Author: WSLR News

Real estate broker, county commissioner worry about funding for fire stations, police and schools.

The all-Republican commission commiserates about DOGE failure to shrink government, but does not vote on Bob McCann’s proposal.

The investor-owned monopoly argues consumers must bear the cost of rising power needs.

After bouncing back from firings, a flight engineer says the team is ready for any challenge.

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.