Florida legislators approve transfer of USF Sarasota-Manatee campus to New College The campus shutdown comes despite months of public outcry. Read Article »
Sarasota County launches affordable lawyer program SkylawSRQ connects potential clients to attorneys. Read Article »
Harmony in divided times Gulf Coast Community Choir embraces diversity, helps other groups. Read Article »
Peace & Justice Wednesday at 9 – the War with Iran This Wednesday, April 29 at 9am, Tom’s guests will be Gene Jones of the Florida Veterans for Common Sense, and Read Article »
WSLR Board Meeting Set for April 27 Monthly meeting will cover financial updates, 1st quarter strategic priorities, and organizational planning Read Article »
This Week in Local Government On Tuesday, the City of Venice Council will discuss creation of a “Grand Oaks Community Development District”, and the Manatee School Board will discuss community feedback on changed start times. Read Article »
Six petitioners challenge New College’s campus master plan Alleging lack of process, neighbors respond to tree cutting and air quality concerns. Read Article »
Suncoast Searchlight: Red tide turning point? Mitigation research is blooming in Sarasota. Read Article »
Regional survey ranks community’s top concerns The scan puts affordable housing at the top — and detects a lack of belonging. Read Article »
‘Bending the Arc’ teaches Suncoast students civil rights history – on location 20 Sarasota and Manatee high schoolers went to Alabama for a lived experience of history. Read Article »
Bradenton Times Podcast: Amanda Ballard, Manatee County Commissioner Coming up this Sunday: Dawn Kitterman and Mitch Maley speak with Amanda Ballard, who seeks re-election for her D2 seat. Read Article »
Concrete crushing plant continues operating without an owner—or a permit The owner dissolved US Recycling following allegations it violated the Clean Water Act. Read Article »