Tom Walker
Monday, November 20, 2023
This Wednesday, 9 am: We’ll talk to Beth Duda of the Suncoast Campaign for Grade Level Learning. Then, we’ll interview Denise Rock of Florida Cares about prison reform.
WSLR News
Saturday, November 18, 2023
The Sarasota City Commission will be discussing cannabis, the Bay Park, shrinking police panels, and the sale of a brownfield. In a closed meeting, it will ponder a settlement with the family of a man who died after police beating.
But that will come at a steep price.
WSLR talks to one of the winners and a grassroots organizer to find out.
A national company seeks to build 171 homes on farmland near the popular natural preserve.
Walk over the Ringling Bridge aims to keep civilian hostages in mind.
Thursday, November 16, 2023
City commission hands over the gavel to Liz Alpert.
First school to integrate in Sarasota County honors Ruby Bridges.
Ignoring a large number of speakers, they vote to end membership with library associations.
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
We’ll talk to Jennifer L. Shafer, the Co-Executive Director of the Science and Environment Council. Author Carl Hiaasen will be the keynote speaker at this year’s EcoSummit – December 5th and 6th at the Van Wezel. Two days full of environmental experts, storytellers, and live music!
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