The Sarasota County Branch NAACP honors eight individuals.
The Sarasota branch of the NAACP hosted the 30th annual Freedom Awards Banquet Thursday, Oct. 8, at Hyatt Regency Sarasota. Eight honorees were recognized for their efforts in promoting the theme "Continuing the Pursuit of Liberty and Justice for All."

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