7 Apr 2023


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Revised building layout for Siesta Promenade necessitates new Planning Commission and County Commission hearings


Administrative law judge rules for Siesta resident in challenge involving Calle Miramar hotel plans


Commissioner Detert dies at her home on April 5


Sarasota Performing Arts Center Foundation wins extension for completion of ‘implementation agreement’ for new venue on The Bay


With a month left to go in legislative session, Siesta Key incorporation bill remains in one of two House committees that must approve it


Siesta Key Association decides against challenging FEMA permit for South Siesta Key Beach Repair Project


With 4-1 vote, City Commission rescinds 2022 ordinance that reclassified property near SRQ Airport so company could build apartment complex


From April 10 through May 14, Sarasota County drinking water system to undergo different cleaning process


Elevated levels of red tide detected at five county beaches, including those on Lido, plus Siesta Public Beach


COVID positivity rate jumps to 12.94%


Attempted kidnapping reported west of North Lido Beach Park on Sunday night


Judge Carroll assigned to replace Judge Walker in presiding over lawsuits challenging approval of two hotels on Siesta Key


All 3 deputy county attorneys seeking to replace Elbrecht after his retirement


Malfunction of air release valve results in spill of about 2,500 gallons of raw sewage near Sarasota Art Museum


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Bicycle helmet giveaway and fitting program for children and youth postponed at Osprey Junction Trailhead


Sarasota County History Center to relocate temporarily to Osprey Library


On April 19, Conservation Foundation to present award-winning author Vuic as its 2023 Nature Lecturer


Sarasota Police Department launches ‘Chat with the Chief’ podcast to inform public about agency issues


FWC grant supporting Conservation Foundation efforts to protect and restore Upper Myakka region


Sarasota County protects 290 acres of environmentally sensitive land along the Sarasota, DeSoto and Manatee county lines