Why the Sarasota City Commission picked Karie Friling After just a brief discussion and a unanimous vote, she now is the first female city manager ever. Read Article »
City of Sarasota police investigating Florida GOP chair over rape allegations We talked with a key protagonist behind the non-profit that broke the news. Read Article »
Big hotels on Siesta Key: Commissioners give the go-ahead for Round Two In a 4-1 vote, Sarasota County commissioners pick the most extreme of three proposals to move to hearings. Read Article »
Sarasota School Board picks new chair, approves collective contract Karen Rose elected as new school board chairwoman, but the decision did not come without controversy. Read Article »
Celebrating Newtown In the making: A historical documentary that highlights the achievements of a tightly knit community. Read Article »
The Peace & Justice Report: NCF Freedom and the SB 266 lawsuit That suit is in limbo. What’s next for the New College resistance? Read Article »
Peace & Justice Report: NCF Freedom, then Bruce Gagnon November 29 at 9am our guest will be WSLR’s Jono Miller, President of NCF Freedom. We’ll talk about the organization’s Read Article »
This Week in Local Government On Tuesday, the Sarasota County Commission will be discussing a workaround for developers to build high-density hotels in Siesta Key. Read Article »
Hotel developers vs. Siesta Key activists: Round Two On Tuesday, Sarasota County commissioners will discuss rule changes that could bring big hotels. Read Article »
Corcoran planning total makeover of New College’s east campus It starts with saving the Pei Dorms, but the plans go beyond. Read Article »
The backbone of transit will get a little stronger $1m state grant to benefit Route 99 riders. Read Article »
Flood damage: Will Sarasota County require higher building elevations? Don’t hold your breath. Read Article »
This Week in Sarasota City Hall Ending a cannabis diversion program, changes to Bay Park plan, strategic priorities. Read Article »