18 Aug 2023


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Application for first Village on Hi Hat Ranch submitted to Sarasota County Planning staff


Judge presiding over Siesta hotel litigation asks for complete copies of two county ordinances at heart of arguments in Ramirez case


Aug. 21 vote scheduled on increase in solid waste fees for City of Sarasota customers


County Commission approves revised 2024 fiscal year budget with $3.3-million reduction in recurring expenses


Van Wezel included on Florida’s 11 to Save list


‘Bed tax’ revenue sets new record, with three months of collections left in this fiscal year


No new malaria cases reported in Sarasota County between Aug. 6 and Aug. 12, state confirms


County obtains less drinking water from Peace River Authority in 2022, with more coming from Carlton facility


Project to repair pedestrian walkway next to Midnight Pass Road bridge on Siesta Key leads to history lesson


SRQ Airport opens new Cell Phone Lot and welcomes another new route


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Sheriff’s Office launches online crime reporting system


City Planning Department to host open houses regarding new mixed-use zoning districts designed to spur construction of attainable housing units


League of Women Voters of Sarasota County sponsoring 2023 ‘YVOTE’ contest for high school students


Five Children First employees earn national Family Development Credential from University of Connecticut


‘U.S. News’ ranks Sarasota Memorial among nation’s 50 best hospitals for specialty services


Applications being accepted for entries in 2023 Venice Holiday Parade


Opportunities for All initiative, led by Greater Sarasota Chamber, continuing to take applications for grants for minority-owned small businesses and nonprofits