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TOP STORIES:

 

Negotiations approved for potential county purchase of Gulf Gate Golf Course for stormwater initiative

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New Siesta Key community plan to be pursued, County Commission decides, and task force to be organized to determine top short-term priorities for island improvements

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On May 4, Sarasota City Commission scheduled to consider settlement proposed by developer of Obsidian

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Saba Sands’ proposal for settling litigation with county over Siesta Beach construction plans unanimously rejected by County Commission

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‘Bed tax’ revenue up again in December 2025

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City Commission approves new $410,000 contract with Salvation Army for 25 beds to be used for homeless individuals

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4 murders in Amberlea neighborhood of Sarasota County linked to two in Fort Lauderdale

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Paddleboarder in apparent distress in Gulf off Siesta Key prompts call to 911

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OTHER NEWS (free):

Sarasota Memorial Hospital Board approves plan for outpatient endoscopy center next to SMH-Venice Campus

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League of Women Voters of Sarasota County announces YVOTE contest for county’s public high school students

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Season of Sharing campaign raises $4.2 million to assist families in need

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Children First leaders honored with regional and state awards during Atlanta event

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‘Forbes’ ranks Sarasota Memorial among  ‘America’s Best Large Employers’

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County and City of Sarasota facilities to be closed in observance of Presidents Day on Feb. 16