November 13, 2026 Edition


TOP STORIES:

 

An appeal one possibility for County Commission in wake of Circuit Court ruling in D.R. Horton Live Local Act case involving land next to Celery Fields


Before approving controversial boat cover on Siesta Key dock, county commissioners talk of need to update language in County Code


Ohlrich the new mayor of Sarasota, with Ahearn-Koch serving as vice mayor


Sheriff recommending increased Animal Services fees and fines, calling action a ‘critical need’


Attorneys for Holderness, county cite County Code, state law and judicial precedents in contending Circuit Court should dismiss Protect Siesta Key lawsuit over Siesta Beach Lots settlement


Tax Collector Moran returns more than $18.9 million in ‘excess funds’ to local taxing authorities


Sarasota Police Department officers getting 3% raises this year, thanks to conclusion of collective bargaining


Upsizing of sewer line along Sandy Nook Street on Siesta Key wins County Commission approval


Historical marker to describe history of Sarasota Audubon Society


On Nov. 17, FDOT to host public meeting on plans for resurfacing and rehabilitation project on U.S. 41 from south of Bee Ridge Road to south of U.S. 301 (free)


Intermittent, nighttime lane closures on north bridge to Siesta Key to continue through this month, FDOT reports (free)



OTHER NEWS (free):

 

On Saturday, Nov. 14, residents to celebrate first Phillippi Creek Fest at South Gate Community Center


Newtown Business Council Awards $100,000 in grants in partnership with Community Foundation


Sarasota Memorial Nursing & Rehabilitation Center ranked among nation’s ‘Best Nursing Homes’ 2027


On Sunday, Nov. 15, Friends of Sarasota County History Center to host third annual fundraiser


For 10th year, Sheriff’s Office to conduct Holiday Toy Drive for children and families in need


Children First celebrates statewide honors and regional recognition


Spirit of Sarasota postcard contest to open for submissions on Nov. 16