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Thursday, May 7, 2026
With just weeks remaining on the job, the Ringling College president shares his views of the art school.
Commissioners worry the state law, intended to promote affordable housing, undermines home rule.
Sunday, May 3, 2026
On Monday, the Sarasota City Commission will discuss a proposed settlement by the Obsidian developer. On Tuesday, the county attorney will update the Sarasota County Commission on its vote to rein in the Live Local Act.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
A law that promotes affordable housing has put the Sarasota County Commission at odds with the state and developers.
The school board alleges diversion of funds intended to support students.
The developer behind the 18-story Obsidian is now betting on a Florida settlement process.
Coming up this Sunday: Mitch Maley and Dawn Kitterman are joined by John Calovich to talk about his campaign.
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Last year, the county shot down a rezone sought by the largest homebuilder in the U.S.
After agents stopped a would-be assassin of Donald Trump, a volunteer posted ‘That sucks’ to the party Facebook page.
But Central Sarasota Recycling is operating without a permit, state officials say.
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