Superintendent presents plan to keep for-profit operators out of Sarasota schools Terry Conner is trying to make public schools more competitive. School board members seem ready to approve his plan this Friday. Read Article »
This Week in Local Government On Thursday, the New College Board of Trustees will discuss the 2025-26 budget and New College Foundation finances. Read Article »
Peace & Justice Report, Wednesday, June 25: How to Talk to Your Son about Fascism This Wednesday, June 25 at 9am, Tom will talk to Craig Johnson, the author of the book How to Talk to your Son about Fascism, a practical guide for parents, carers, and others with young men in their lives. Read Article »
Suncoast Searchlight: The hidden cost of living in special development districts Homeowners subject to private ‘governments’ often pay more assessments than taxes. Read Article »
Take a stroll with Gretchen through The Bay park Our reporter walks you through Phase 2 of Sarasota’s growing green lung. Read Article »
Anti-abortion pickets continue Local protesters take no break, despite heat, middle fingers, and Minnesota killings. Our reporter interviews some picketers. Read Article »
Despite pressures, Planned Parenthood adds services The non-profit offers more affordable contraceptives, and expands to prenatal and fertility care. Read Article »
6/21 Talk of the Town: Immigration and Stepped Up Deportation On the June 21 edition of “Talk of the Town: A WSLR News Roundtable” with Carrie Seidman: it’s a timely Read Article »
Florida Legislature approves budget—without property tax cuts Also absent from next year’s budget: Money for New College takeovers, and for land preservation. Read Article »
‘No Kings’ turns into Sarasota’s biggest protest so far this year Speaker reminds the up to 8,000 that protest is just the first step toward change. Read Article »
Immigrants’ rights protest in Bradenton followed by airport picket Organizer Junior Salazar discusses the goals of demonstrations. Read Article »
Suncoast Searchlight: Dancers flee Sarasota Ballet, citing toxic culture Eighteen – nearly half, including its top two female principals – are quitting. Read Article »
This Week in Local Government As the City of Venice is expected to dip into reserves, the city council will hold budget workshops on Thursday and Friday. Read Article »