On Tuesday, the Manatee County Commission will discuss a temporary hiring freeze during an expected economic downturn. On Wednesday, City of Sarasota planners will review two big downtown projects.

Stormwater system maintenance, county-city cooperation remain unresolved.

After outsourcing treatment plant operations, the city hopes federal funding will help fix its sewage spill issues.

Ending a crusade begun by his predecessor, the Sarasota County Commission chair makes peace with non-profits.

3,000 signatures to keep the historic performing arts center did not sway the Purple Ribbon Committee.

According to a new report, the school’s graduation rate is at 40%—an all-time low.

Two school board members share how state funding for private schools will impact Sarasota and Manatee students.

Residents urged them to reject the project. The commissioners listened.