Former Booker Elementary students and teachers reflect on 9-11 25 years later, we hear from those who were next to George W. Bush when he received the news. Read Article »
District 16 congressional race: Tamika Lyles The veteran and educator’s candidacy is an extension of her personal experiences. Read Article »
George Kruse defends Manatee County spending Following audits and criticism, the commissioner supports the Sheriff’s fast-rising budget, citing population growth and competitive wages. Read Article »
District 16 congressional race: Sydney Gruters With Trump’s endorsement, she’s running against Ed Pope and Eddie Speir in the Republican primary. Read Article »
Booker High hires new football coach Lance Hoeltke replaces Carlos Woods following the latter’s dismissal—and amid community uproar. Read Article »
Flooded homeowners have their first day in court Laurel Meadows residents say Sarasota County neglected stormwater infrastructure, contributing to 2024 flooding. Read Article »
Bradenton Times Podcast: Ed Pope, Florida congressional candidate Coming up this Sunday: Mitch Maley and Dawn Kitterman are joined by Ed Pope to talk about his campaign. Read Article »
HOA reforms may return to Tallahassee Most Sarasotans live under homeowner association rules, but often that means giving up rights. Read Article »
City of Sarasota suspends longer paid parking hours This continues a long history of flip-flopping. Read Article »
New owner resumes concrete crushing The Sarasota plant is located in the zip code with the state’s highest incidence of lung disease. Read Article »
Manatee County audit spotlights Sheriff’s increased spending But the DOGE Liaison Committee also tries to explain it with expanded responsibilities. Read Article »
This Week in Local Government On Monday, the Sarasota City Commission will reopen the discussion about extended paid parking hours. And the developers of the 1776 Ringling condo tower will likely get green light at two City of Sarasota meetings this week. Read Article »
Peace & Justice Report Aug. 5: Separation of Church and State Last Wednesday Tom talked to Richard Cannarelli, founder of Suncoast Citizens for Separation of Church and State about how this separation is rooted in our history. They also talked about Christian nationalism and the threats it poses. Read Article »