Suncoast Searchlight: Airbnb gives $1m to Byron Donalds as rentals remain a flashpoint The world’s biggest vacation rental company is helping the GOP frontrunner in Florida’s gubernatorial race. Read Article »
Colson Hotel’s Preservation Appealed by Developer He says he’d sell the land with strings attached; otherwise he’ll tear down the historic refuge for Black travelers. Read Article »
Pat Neal’s “Village” Gets Zero Push-back Despite staff concerns, a board stacked with industry insiders OK’d his 6,500-home plans. Read Article »
Theater plans at Payne Park face headwinds, after morphing The Players’ shift from leasing to building prompts resistance from neighborhood organizers. Read Article »
City commissioner wants stricter rules for lobbying But Erik Arroyo, who has had previous run-ins with ethics, doesn’t get a lot of support from his peers. Read Article »
Sarasota commissioners give go-ahead to workforce housing project The two-12 story towers across from city hall will be city-owned and -run. Read Article »
Tallevast@20 conference to look at history of contamination, and beyond The all-day event this Saturday is free and open to the public. Read Article »
Sarasota County Commission approves big mall redevelopment But affordable housing was not discussed before the vote. Read Article »
Venice shows that teardowns are not inevitable Amid a hot construction market, the small city goes for preservation. Read Article »
Popular live music venue in Sarasota bows out After a 10-year run, the owner of Café in the Park is headed for greener pastures. Read Article »
Peace & Justice: Living on the Streets This Wednesday, April 17, we’ll talk to a person who was homeless until a few days ago, and we’ll hear from Gail Chatfield of Freedom Gathering about the meals and other services they provide in Bradenton. Read Article »
This Week in Local Government On Monday, the Sarasota City Commission will get a presentation about a city-led affordable housing project across from city hall, Read Article »
County commissioners escalate United Way brawl Sarasota County ends payroll deduction option for employees. Read Article »