Sarasota, Florida -- On Monday, April 30, Wilkinson Elementary students and staff joined parents and community members to participate in Jump Rope for Heart, an activity designed to raise awareness of heart health and raise funds for the American Heart Association.

The two sessions were held in the outdoor physical education area of the campus; one from 9 - 10:30 a.m., for students in grades K-two; and 1 - 2:30 p.m. for students in grades 3 - 5.

North Port, Florida--  According to the Sarasota County Health Department, the North Port Community Health Action Team (CHAT) will host youth-oriented activities for North Port Drug-Free Youth, (North Port D-Fy) in celebration of over 1,000 youths who have pledged to remain drug-free since the program started two years ago.

Anniversary event activities include competitions and games such as dodge ball and bean toss, as well as food and prizes.

The event will take place on Tuesday, April 3, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Morgan Center, 6207 West Price Blvd., North Port.

Sarasota, Florida -- If you can't get to a doctor, the doctor will come to you. The Sarasota County Health Department's Health in Motion Medical Unit Staff will provide free and low-cost health services at 14 sites around the county. Beginning in April, Health In Motion services will be provided at the Goodwill Manasota Center North Port, 14809 Tamiami Trail (U.S. Highway 41 near Sumter Boulevard).