22 Dec 2023


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Benderson Development workshop on Comprehensive Plan amendments related to high-rise hotels on Siesta Key postponed to Jan. 8


On unanimous vote, County Commission approves 1,930-foot seawall on Casey Key to protect road and property threatened by storms over the years


Moran wins support for in-depth discussion in January of Licensed Mental Health Reimbursement Program


No formal application ever filed with Sarasota County staff regarding plans for Lorraine Road RV Park


County to issue $29 million in bonds to help pay for first phase of improvements for 17th Street Regional Park


Caragiulo’s restaurant to relocate to Ringling Boulevard


Volunteers needed for 2024 Point in Time count of homeless persons in Sarasota and Manatee counties


Moran asks federal lobbyist for help in securing federal funding for United Way Suncoast 211 referral service for health and human services


45-year-old Sarasota woman charged with stealing packages off front porch of residence


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Sheriff’s Office toy drive collects nearly 2,500 gifts


Sarasota County Government announces holiday office closings and changes in services


Conservation Foundation purchases 20 acres within Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park


Celebrating 50 years, Sarasota BMX to host Sunshine State Nationals in January


Community Foundation and Selby Gardens bring underserved families together for Lights in Bloom®