This Week in Local Government

Sunday, June 14, 2026

On Tuesday, the Manatee County Commission will discuss an agreement with a private company to build and operate and ice rink on county-owned land. On Wednesday, City of Sarasota planners will review the third submittal of the controversial 1899 Fruitville Road project.

Candidate filing deadline brings last-minute surprises and scrambles

WSLR News

Saturday, June 13, 2026

A screenshot listing the candidates for upcoming local elections.

A short-lived candidacy raises questions about a county commission race. And the Sarasota City Commission race adds a new contender.

Scrutinizing Earth’s biggest data center project

WSLR News

Saturday, June 13, 2026

In Part 1 of a series, WSLR takes a look at the water use of the planned facility near Arcadia.

Taking stock of the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus shutdown

WSLR News

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Among the biggest losses: an accelerated nursing program.

Sarasota prepares for Juneteenth celebrations

WSLR News

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Djembe players performing at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe.

Events will feature food, music, dance, and films on June 19 and 20.

District 4 Sarasota County Commission race: Jim DeNiro

WSLR News

Saturday, June 13, 2026

The former police sergeant is challenging incumbent Joe Neunder.

Bradenton Times Podcast: Eddie Speir, Congressional candidate

WSLR News

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Coming up this Sunday: Mitch Maley is joined by Eddie Speir to talk about his campaign.

WSLR Board of Directors to Meet June 15

WSLR News

Friday, June 12, 2026

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. WSLR BOARD MEETING – June 15, 2026 5:30 PM Location: Zoom WSLR+Fogartyville is inviting you […]