Flood ‘czar’ takes the helm of Sarasota’s new stormwater department

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Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Skipping a full search process, the county finds the right man less than a week after creating the department.

Developer wants to build an 18-story condo tower in 10-story zone

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Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Lifelike visualization of an 18-story condo complex.

Florida Live Local Act may cut out the city commission from a final say on the Adagio.

Sarasota City Commission starts over hiring process for next city manager

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Wednesday, July 9, 2025

First order: Searching for a search firm.

Where Sarasota Learns to Speak Up

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Monday, July 7, 2025

Three young people regarding a laptop. On the table nearby, wires appear to be plugged into several lemons and limes.

WSLR+Fogartyville is a training ground for young creatives, emerging journalists, and anyone ready to find their voice

Parents Identify Critical Needs in Vision for Newtown Family Center

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Monday, July 7, 2025

Two people affix sticky notes to a wishlist on a wall, upon which is written "What are some services you would like the Family Center to offer? / ¿Cuáles son algunos servicios que la gustaría que el Centro ofreciera?". Paper butterflies surround the wishlist.

List includes access to healthcare, healthy food, childcare, transportation, youth activities

Mobile Freedom School Brings History to Life

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Monday, July 7, 2025

Five children perform in front of a crowd/ The three in the middle have their arms crossed over their chests.

Manasota ASALH expands its reach to students this summer

Opinion: Let Us Strive to Make Sarasota a Paradise for All Who Call It Home

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Monday, July 7, 2025

Photo of a 20-foot blue cylindrical abstract sculpture in the center of a roundabout.

We can build a more inclusive and equitable local society

This Week in Local Government

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Sunday, July 6, 2025

On Tuesday and Wednesday, the Sarasota County Commission will discuss funding for an indoor sports arena at Benderson Park. On Wednesday, the Purple Ribbon Committee will finalize its recommendations for the future of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Monday (07/07) City of Sarasota Commission regular meeting (agenda) Highlights: City manager search; Bobby Jones […]