County approves developer-led Manasota Beach Road extension The commissioners vote unanimously, despite opposition about flooding, traffic and environmental impact. Read Article »
Crews remove sidewalk art from Bradenton’s Village of the Arts Residents react with dismay – and repainting plans. Read Article »
City of Sarasota employees vote to stay with Teamsters They do so overwhelmingly. A new Florida law forces public employee unions to undergo annual recertification with at least 60% of the vote. Read Article »
Sarasota’s stagehand union turns 100 IATSE Local 412 will celebrate with a cake at Fogartyville this Labor Day. Read Article »
Pavement art erasure hits Sarasota’s Avenue of Art The city’s silence and swift compliance with FDOT shocks artists and building owners. Read Article »
Manatee School Board picks new superintendent Laurie Breslin is a promotion from within. Read Article »
Developer proposes to replace office building in the heart of downtown Jebco sweetens its proposal for a taller luxury condo tower with retail and seven below-market rate apartments. Read Article »
Suncoast Searchlight: Harrison Ranch homeowners battle rising costs, nepotism Residents of this Manatee development district are troubled by a lack of financial accountability. Read Article »
‘Demolition by neglect’? Not so, says David Bullock Interim city manager discusses Van Wezel preservation efforts. Read Article »
