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A new principal has to deal with the end of Carlos Woods’ leadership, just before the start of the 2026 season.

The current G for “government” zoning drags out the review process, says CEO A. G. Laffley.

Many August votes will be final. Our reporter explains.

Campaign contributions are capped, but PACs can spend freely—and their negative campaigning is spreading to city politics.

The board strips the association of their seat and forms a mission-aligned replacement.

It’s budget time – expect cutbacks amid political uncertainty. This week, it’s the City of Sarasota, Sarasota School Board, Sarasota Public Hospital, and City of North Port’s turn to discuss and pass their 2027 budgets. On Wednesday, the New College Foundation will vote on dissolving the alumni association. 

The DeSantis-led initiative tries to rein in local spending.

A quarter will be “attainable.” But critics say people in the community won’t be able to afford it.

Construction of the Adagio would require demolition of the century-old building.