MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Last year’s hurricanes flooded St. Armands Circle in Sarasota. The road to recovery for the community was lengthy.

What You Need To Know • The St. Armands Circle Fall Fine Art Festival returns this weekend after Helene caused it to be canceled last year • Hurricane Helene’s storm surge led to both physical damage and financial concern for many • The Fall Fine Art Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, Saturday and Sunday.

Some key events that help local businesses and vendors had to be canceled — but back this weekend is the St. Armands Circle Fall Fine Art Festival .

When it comes to painting, Victoria Cooley said it’s all about perspective.

“I want them to feel calm, happy and peaceful,” she said.

Those positive feelings are what she wants someon

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