🌱 Arcadia man gets 13-year federal sentence after DeSoto drug arrest

Morning Arcadia! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• Arcadia man gets 13-year federal sentence after DeSoto drug arrest
• Arcadia mom’s fight to rebuild after deadly I-75 wrong-way crash

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Friday: Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two, with a high of 92 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Saturday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, temps: high: 91, low: 74.
• Sunday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 92 and low of 72 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

• DeSoto County Drug Dealer Sentenced to Federal Prison (floridadaily.com) — An Arcadia man has been sentenced to more than 13 years in federal prison after DeSoto County deputies found meth and a firearm on him during an arrest near his home. Federal prosecutors say the case, investigated with local deputies and multiple federal agencies, is part of a national effort targeting violent crime and drug trafficking.
   

• Survivor of deadly wrong-way I-75 crash speaks out as she struggles to rebuild her life (mysuncoast.com) — An Arcadia-based mother is recovering from serious injuries and financial strain after surviving a deadly wrong-way DUI crash on I-75 that killed another driver. She’s sharing her story to warn against drunk driving while a GoFundMe helps her family rebuild as the accused driver faces serious charges and an upcoming court date.
   

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📸 Around Arcadia

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Arcadia

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Saturday June 13

• DES - Build a Ukulele Workshop
  DeSoto County Library Children's Room
  10:30 am

Tuesday June 16

• DES - FUN with the DeSoto County 4-H
  DeSoto County Library Children's Activity Room
  10:30 am

Wednesday June 17

• DES - Music Through History
  DeSoto County Library Children's Activity Room
  1:00 pm

Thursday June 18

• DES- Library on the Go @ Brewer Park 10-11:30
  DeSoto County Library Walt Brewer Sports Complex, 1347 Hargrave St, Arcadia ,FL 34266
  10:00 am

Friday June 19

• DES-Movie for Adults
  DeSoto County Library 125 N Hillsborough Ave, Arcadia, FL 34266
  1:00 pm
• DES - Teen Program - Metal Embossing
  DeSoto County Library 125 N Hillsborough Ave, Arcadia, FL 34266
  4:00 pm

Saturday June 20

• DES - Crafting with Dad
  DeSoto County Library Children's Room
  11:00 am

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🗓 Events Nearby

Friday June 12

• DES - Branding Arts Kit
  DeSoto County Library Children's Activity Room
  10:30 am

Saturday June 13

• DES - Build a Ukulele Workshop
  DeSoto County Library Children's Room
  10:30 am

Tuesday June 16

• DES - FUN with the DeSoto County 4-H
  DeSoto County Library Children's Activity Room
  10:30 am

Wednesday June 17

• DES - Music Through History
  DeSoto County Library Children's Activity Room
  1:00 pm
• 2nd Annual Caribbean Heritage Month Celebration →
  Port Charlotte Beach Park, 4500 Harbor Blvd, Port Charlotte
  1:00 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• McDonald's posted a job opening for Shift Manager in Arcadia. Apply here.
• Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Merchandising Sales Associate in Arcadia. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Arcadia here.

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🗞 Nearby News

Charlotte Harbor

• THE SCENE Now for something completely different (yoursun.com)

Port Charlotte

• Senior Friendship Centers hosts free hurricane preparedness events across Southwest Florida (mysuncoast.com)
• 30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate Drops by 32 Basis Points Year-Over-Year (noradarealestate.com)
• Buc-ee's expansion sparks backlash over traffic, environment (usatoday.com)

North Port

• Elaine Allen-Emrich running for North Port City Commission (yoursun.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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