Candidate filing deadline brings last-minute surprises and scrambles A short-lived candidacy raises questions about a county commission race. And the Sarasota City Commission race adds a new contender. Read Article »
Scrutinizing Earth’s biggest data center project In Part 1 of a series, WSLR takes a look at the water use of the planned facility near Arcadia. Read Article »
Taking stock of the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus shutdown Among the biggest losses: an accelerated nursing program. Read Article »
Sarasota prepares for Juneteenth celebrations Events will feature food, music, dance, and films on June 19 and 20. Read Article »
District 4 Sarasota County Commission race: Jim DeNiro The former police sergeant is challenging incumbent Joe Neunder. Read Article »
Bradenton Times Podcast: Eddie Speir, Congressional candidate Coming up this Sunday: Mitch Maley is joined by Eddie Speir to talk about his campaign. Read Article »
WSLR Board of Directors to Meet June 15 WSLR+Fogartyville will hold its next Board of Directors meeting on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will take place via Zoom and offers an opportunity to stay informed about the organization’s ongoing work and governance. Read Article »
New College gets national exposure – but not the good kind Three years into the political takeover, John Oliver delivers biting critique. Read Article »
Preservation Board approves demolition of historic Hudson Bayou home The family that intended to save it now says it is unsavable. Read Article »
