🌱 Annual Dunedin Art Festival + Record Breaking Graduation Rate

Happy Thursday, Dunedin! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 72 Low: 66.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Dunedin:

1. Pinellas County Schools is celebrating a record-high graduation rate for the 2020-21 school year. According to the official report released by the Florida Department of Education, the overall graduation rate in Pinellas County rose to 92 percent. This is up a half percentage point from last year and over 20 points since 2013. Dunedin High School's graduation rate for the school year is higher than the county average at 97.2 percent. (Facebook |PCSB)
2. The first Dunedin Run 4 Brews of 2022 will be held today at 7:00 PM at Rosie's Tavern. Running for Brews celebrates their love for fitness and craft brews by meeting at local bars, running a 2 or 3.1-mile route, and then drinking delicious craft brews at the finish. The group is open to those of all athletic levels. Meet at Rosie's just before 7:00 PM for kickoff, and stick around for happy hour prices and a free beer raffle at 8:00 PM. (Facebook| Running For Brews)
3. The 25th Annual Downtown Dunedin Art Festival will be held on Main Street this weekend downtown. It will be held on January 8 and January 9 between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Attendees can view and purchase work from various artists including jewelers, photographers, painters, and so much more. Admission is free. (Art Festival)

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Today in Dunedin:

• In-person spring registration at Greater Dunedin Little League (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Dunedin Stirling Soccer Club is looking for soccer coaches for the new year. Those who are interested can send an email to bod@dunedinsoccer.com. (Facebook | Dunedin Stirling Soccer Club)
• The City of Dunedin has two helpful guides to assist those in need of a permit, which can be viewed and downloaded online. Permits are required for new buildings, fences, signs, tents, and trees. You can apply for a permit online or in person at the city's permitting office on Pinehurst Road. (Facebook | Dunedin Gov)
• The City of Dunedin has released the new Parks & Recreation Magazine for January-April 2022. It features a variety of programs and events for you and your family, as well as community parks, playgrounds, and recreational facilities. You can download the magazine online or pick it up in most city buildings. (Facebook | Dunedin Gov)

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