Overtown Square’s Grand Opening The ribbon has been cut for the long-anticipated green space Read Article »
Just weeks after threesome scandal, Bridget Ziegler flexes her political muscle again The school board passes her anti-LGBTQ resolution, despite their lawyer’s concerns. Read Article »
Vice mayor makes last-ditch effort to stop major zoning change Jen Ahearn-Koch tries to have more discussion on attainable-corridor incentives. Read Article »
This Week in Local Government On Monday, there will be a City of Sarasota Commission meeting with a packed agenda. Among others, Vice Mayor Ahearn-Koch Read Article »
Peace & Justice Report May 8 at 9am – Artists and Organizers Creating a Better World This Wednesday, May 8 at 9am, we’ll talk to Ken Grossinger, author of Art Works – How Organizers and Artists Are Creating a Better World Together. Read Article »
Next generation takes over high-profile dairy farm And the patriarch moves into a new venture: Composting. Read Article »
The war in Gaza triggers a week to remember on the USF campus in Tampa Meanwhile, the New College president attacks the protests. Read Article »
Six-week abortion ban takes effect May 1 A Planned Parenthood executive explains the impact. Read Article »
Luxury homebuilder wants rezone for 500 acres near the heart of Old Miakka The longest-standing rural community in the region apparently didn’t factor into their plans. Read Article »
Bradenton bank employees join union Also, this weekend 82 Sarasota truckers will vote whether to be represented by the Teamsters. Read Article »
‘Home Rule!’ becomes a battle cry in Manatee County As county and state try to disband island towns, upset locals are mobilizing at a rally this Saturday. Read Article »
Peace & Justice Report: School Board Candidate Liz Barker On Wednesday, May 1 at 9am, we’ll talk to Liz Barker, candidate for the Sarasota School Board, District Two. The election is August 20. Read Article »
This Week in Local Government This week begins with a neighborhood workshop about a 100-home project in Old Miakka. On Thursday, the Manatee County Commission Read Article »