March 16: Daily Headlines Video

TODAY'S STORIES

+City begins IT Department changes
City e-mails reveal that Director of Information Technology Chance Craig has been fired and a new position has been created for employee Cory Armstrong.

+Telecommunications study meeting takes place today
The first of two public information meetings takes place this afternoon at Christ Church.

+Suncoast Sports kicks off season
The Siesta Key park will host weekly soccer and football games through the Suncoast Sports Club.

+PHOTO GALLERY: St. Patrick's Day Feast
More than 500 guests gathered March 14, at the Palm-Aire Country Club, for a special St. Patrick's Day Feast.

ST. PATRICK'S DAY EVENTS
Lynches' "Best Gig In Town"
Starts: 11 a.m.
What:  Event features bagpipers, Irish stepdancers, green beer, free hats & beads.
Where: Lynches' Pub & Grub

Shamrock's 4th Annual St. Patrick's Day Block Party
Starts: 9:00 a.m.
What: Guests will be treated to Block Party favorites of Irish and craft beers, Irish entertainment, live music, food, mega raffles and more. The event is free and open to the public.
Where: Shamrock Pub

Irish Celtic Festival & Lucky Dog Parade
Starts: 11:00 a.m.
What: A full line up of musical and dance entertainment to include an Irish-Celtic band, mandolin players, karaoke, dancers, and pipers. Pets welcome. "Pimp the pooch" and enter in the Lucky Dug Parade.
Where: Central Park amenity center off Lakewood Ranch Boulevard

4th Annual Sham Rock Festival
Starts: 12:00 p.m. 
What: Free family day, traditional Irish Entertainment, Food, Beverage & Craft Vendors, Kids Area & More Carnival Amusement Rides & Games, Inflatables, rock wall climbing, face painting, pony rides and much more.
Where: Hillview Street