Candidate filing deadline brings last-minute surprises and scrambles A short-lived candidacy raises questions about a county commission race. And the Sarasota City Commission race adds a new contender. Read Article »
Suncoast Searchlight: Downtown Sarasota battle pits history against development The fate of the century-plus-old US Garage could be headed to court. Read Article »
District 4 Sarasota County School Board race: Frank DiCicco A father of two and former Fortune 500 manager, he is one of two candidates vying for Robyn Marinelli’s seat. Read Article »
‘Quality over quantity’: The shifting face of Suncoast tourism In the wake of the ‘Trump slump,’ Sarasota is trying to lure back big-spending international visitors. Read Article »
Amid measles resurgence, Sarasota’s child vaccination rates are among the lowest One of the biggest reasons is parents’ ‘vaccine hesitancy.’ Read Article »
Hurricane season officially begins Monday Drone technology will improve the accuracy of storm intensity forecasts. Read Article »
Bradenton Times Podcast: John Dunn, Manatee County Commission candidate Coming up this Sunday: Mitch Maley and Dawn Kitterman are joined by John Dunn to talk about his campaign. Read Article »
Florida legislators approve transfer of USF Sarasota-Manatee campus to New College The campus shutdown comes despite months of public outcry. Read Article »
Suncoast Searchlight: Sarasota school tax fight reaches Tallahassee Local legislator proposes measure that would allow tax collectors to waive school-tax fees, or require counties to cover them. Read Article »
Sarasota City Commission candidate: John Harshman The long-time commercial realtor touts his real estate experience – while criticizing current development practice. Read Article »
District 5 Sarasota County School Board race: Michelle Pozzie The Republican-backed Patriot TV host is one of two candidates vying for Karen Rose’s seat. Read Article »
Florida House budget includes millions that could benefit Sarasota lawmaker’s spouse The company that employs the husband of Fiona McFarland is poised to reap a $6m windfall from a state contract Read Article »
This Week in Local Government On Wednesday, the City of Bradenton Council will discuss introducing term limits for the mayor, limiting the mayor’s power over the council, and putting the changes up for a referendum. Read Article »