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Sarasota, FL --- Seven counties on the southwest Gulf Coast are being affected by Red Tide. Governor Rick Scott has declared a state of emergency for these counties in response to the nine-month bloom. Not only are southwestern beaches suffering, local businesses are experiencing a drop-off in sales during their already slow season. MyArea Network is standing with businesses to alleviate the problem by promoting #EatPlayLoveLocal a social media initiative encouraging locals to get out and support their favorite local businesses and spread the word that their counties are still open for business. Scott Conlon, President & CEO of MyArea Network says, “We want to stand by our local businesses. Through the #EatPlayLoveLocal initiative we want to emphasize the importance of a strong local community and the local businesses are the cornerstone.” MyArea Network is offering a free promotion to local businesses inviting them to add an offer to the 941area site which will be included in the initiative to #EatPlayLoveLocal. Businesses are also invited to claim your business page (https://www.941area.com/p/941area-red-tide-relief/) on 941area (https://www.941area.com/) for free providing more online and media exposure to increase their traffic and engagement. Until this red tide bloom ends, MyArea Network pledges to stand strong with the affected counties and promises to #EatPlayLoveLocal for #redtiderelief. Sarasota and Bradenton residents can do their part making a pledge to support local businesses by claiming a coupon deal or discount (https://www.941area.com/p/941area-com-get-deals-offers-in-sarasota-bradenton/) and visiting their local restaurants and retail shops. #EatPlayLoveLocal. *941area Business Sign-Up: https://www.941area.com/p/941area-red-tide-relief/ *Locals Pledge Deals: https://www.941area.com/p/941area-com-get-deals-offers-in-sarasota-bradenton/ *Article: https://www.941area.com/news/red-tide-in-sarasota-and-how-you-can-support-the-local-businesses.htm For additional information, photos, and media inquiries: Contact dreynolds@myareanetwork.com