5 Things: Winn-Dixie Celebrates Grand Opening Of Renovated Store

1. s massive renovation of its Fruitville Road store will culminate with a grand opening today and a community open house Thursday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. with live entertainment and giveaways.

“The store’s new amenities are not the only thing getting noticed. Our team members are energized and take pride in providing our customers with an unforgettable shopping experience,” said Dale Root, Winn-Dixie store director. "We invite our neighbors to check out their newWinn-Dixie store." 

The 56,000-square-foot store features a cafe with free WiFi, more made-to-order selections, expanded gluten-free options, mix-and-match wing bar, artisan cheese shop with 120 varietes of cheese and more. The store is open seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

2. The in the Ringling Shopping Center will have its first look by a city committee today when the Development Review Committee looks at its pre-application to go over some finer points for a complete application and site plan to be submitted. The committee meets at 9 a.m. in Room 112 at .

3. Check out the Summer Circus Spectacular through July 28 at the Historic Asolo Theater inside the for $15 and $10 for children 12 years old and younger. The show features Dolly Jacobs, contortionist Princess Elayne and more. The show runs at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturdays.

4. Sarasota County Schools will receive a bevy of from the William G. Selby and Marie Selby Foundation to provide 1,000 home computers to help students in need keep up with their classmates.

5. Don't forget to nominate your favorite business for There are 25 categories and they all need your input before the voting begins.