This Week in Local Government On Tuesday, the Manatee County Commission will discuss state pre-emption, land purchase from Mixon Fruit Farm, and new rules to ride bicycles, and appoint the members of a newly created local DOGE task force. Read Article »
Suncoast Searchlight: Sarasota pastor promotes ‘spiritual warfare’ rhetoric Brian Gibbs, a friend of Congressman Greg Steube, has been rallying his small congregation against America’s ‘enemies.’ Read Article »
Upcoming protest and vigil honor Tampa ice cream shop owner killed in West Bank Community organizers want to remember Saif Musallet, hope politicians will get off the fence. Read Article »
Floridians expected to lose insurance, as Trump’s budget slashes Medicaid and AHCA Across the state, millions rely on Obamacare and Medicaid. Patients—and hospitals—are likely to struggle. Read Article »
New College presents updated campus master plan ‘Freedom Institute’ moves north, right on water; dense student housing planned for Bayshore Campus. Read Article »
Sarasota airport’s longtime director passes the torch Paul Hoback will have to manage fast growth. He may also deal with the New College land issue – or not. Read Article »
Suncoast Searchlight: Gambling dens prey on low-income customers Just 18 inspectors try to rein in hundreds of illegal businesses in Florida. Read Article »
This Week in Local Government On Tuesday, New College will present its updated campus master plan. On Wednesday, Sarasota city planners will review the ‘Saravela’ twin tower project. Read Article »
Committee’s recommendation: Keep the Van Wezel running, but just for now City-appointed climate and preservation experts have made their decision regarding the fate of the ‘purple people-seater.’ Read Article »
North Port city commission explores public-private funding partnerships The move comes amid slowing property tax growth, and after voters said ‘no’ to additional borrowing. Read Article »
Suncoast Searchlight: County public works director defends 2024 storm prep and response Suncoast Searchlight and Florida Trident address Spencer Anderson’s claims. Read Article »
Sarasota-based Planned Parenthood merges with other Florida affiliate There will be no senior leadership layoffs or health center closures, but maybe moving, says the new CEO. Read Article »
Suncoast Searchlight: Sarasota County spending outpaces revenue growth As property values dip, Sheriff’s and other budget boosts will become unsustainable. Read Article »