25 Aug 2023


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Moran files paperwork to try to succeed Ford-Coates as county tax collector


Circuit Court judge rules for Ramirez in Siesta hotel case


Developer of high-rise Siesta hotel on former Wells Fargo site asking County Commission to force staff to let him proceed with site and development process


On 4-1 vote, Sarasota City Commission approves rate increases for solid waste customers


Because of new state law, only quarterly campaign finance filings required of candidates until an election year begins


Sarasota County Government job vacancies still averaging in range of 100 at any given time, county administrator says


Latest Florida Health Department report shows no new malaria cases identified in Sarasota County


County remains on track to set new records this fiscal year for permits issued and inspections


40-year-old woman employed as housekeeper charged with Grand Theft and other counts related to alleged theft of jewelry


Sale of Sarasota County Administration Center property on Ringling Boulevard prompts design change for Pine Place roundabout


Two more shootings reported over past week, with investigations underway by Sarasota Police Department and Sheriff’s Office


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Cartoon of the Week


Guest Column: PragerU Kids video use in Sarasota Public Schools: What parents need to know


OTHER NEWS (free):

Three public meetings scheduled for presentations about proposed increases in Sarasota County fire assessments for 2024 fiscal year


Pavement repairs to take place at Turtle Beach Park entrance starting Aug. 29


Sarasota County supervisor of elections calling for more poll workers as nation marks National Poll Worker Recruitment Day


County’s new mobile Pop-Up Library to be on display Sept. 16 at Osprey Library and History Center


Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign underway in City of Sarasota through Sept. 4


Conservation Foundation announces People’s Choice winners in fourth annual Summer Photo Contest


Free construction and electrical fast-track training programs launched by CareerEdge Funders Collaborative