Peace & Justice Report: Uniting Palestine and Israel This Wednesday, March 27 at 9am, we’ll interview two of the leaders of ROOTS, Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger and Noon A’wad. Roots is fostering a grassroots movement of understanding, nonviolence, and transformation among Israelis and Palestinians. Read Article »
Lakewood Ranch online workshop goes silent for some Old Miakka resident asks for a repeat, suggests in-person events. Read Article »
Environmental group talks about future of a besieged agriculture in Florida Manatee County rancher advocates for ‘conservation easements’ and public funding. Read Article »
Manatee County supervisor of elections to retire in March Bennett suggests governor replace him with his second-in-command. Read Article »
Manatee County commissioners decline to appoint library board volunteers Van Ostenbridge wants more ‘like-minded’ applicants. Read Article »
This week in local government On Tuesday, the Venice City Council – on request by the mayor – will discuss moving elections to coincide with county commission elections, and term limits for council members. The initiative comes after two slow-growth proponents scored upset victories in the off-year elections last fall. Read Article »
Big-development opponents converge in mini summit In a first for Sarasota, grassroots organizers aim for joint action. Read Article »
New College professors oppose distance learning program In 25-1 vote, they reject lack of involvement, rush, and billionaire’s role. Read Article »
‘Hell on Wheels’ campaign disrupts lunchtime PETA urges restaurant patrons to save chickens, go vegan. Read Article »
Organizer gives sneak preview of film festival After 25 years, “Through Women’s Eyes” is as valid a perspective as ever. Read Article »
Soaking up the Atmosphere at the MLK Unity Walk Martin Luther King Day celebrations marched on, despite the climate. Read Article »
Bridget Ziegler center of attention again at Sarasota School Board meeting But she is not on the agenda. Nor are dropping student numbers. Read Article »
Sarasota police clears Christian Ziegler after rape investigation However, the State Attorney is now weighing a charge of ‘video voyeurism’, a felony. Read Article »