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The land at the edge of Newtown, on which the controversial mixed-use project could go up, gets a rezone.

A good chunk of the public-private partnership’s funding comes from the local business tax, which the Sarasota County commissioner wants to end.

Mother of Palmetto man who died in police custody says it’s overdue — and a good investment.

The Osprey resident and Southern Rock legend died on April 18.

He says he’d sell the land with strings attached; otherwise he’ll tear down the historic refuge for Black travelers.

Despite staff concerns, a board stacked with industry insiders OK’d his 6,500-home plans.

The Players’ shift from leasing to building prompts resistance from neighborhood organizers.

But Erik Arroyo, who has had previous run-ins with ethics, doesn’t get a lot of support from his peers.

The two-12 story towers across from city hall will be city-owned and -run.