13 Oct 2023


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On 4-1 vote, county commissioners approve ‘medical freedom’ and Bill of Rights Sanctuary County resolutions


Cutsinger the Sarasota County commissioner with highest net worth


New feasibility study to be undertaken to develop options for potential reopening of Midnight Pass


Oct. 31 the date for continuation of hearing regarding Gilligan’s Bar & Grill’s effort to overturn County Commission denial of petition for live music after 10 p.m.


With one month’s collections left to tally, ‘bed tax’ revenue up nearly $9.4 million, compared to total for same period of 2022 fiscal year


After Moran expresses concerns about both applicants, County Commission agrees to continue advertising open seat on Behavioral Health Advisory Council


With tweaks proposed by Commissioner Smith, county staff to draft revised policy and regulations for voluntary demolition and reconstruction of Siesta condo complexes built before 2000


Sheriff’s Office deputy shoots and kills driver during early-morning confrontation on Oct. 10 in Sarasota


Bond issuance plans for new County Administration Center revised, with amount rising to $29 million


OPINION (free):

 


Cartoon of the Week


Editorial: County Commissioners embrace abortion rights


OTHER NEWS (free):

Literary legends to spill secrets to success at Off the Page celebration hosted by Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources staff


Fourth Annual Halloween Drive-Thru to be hosted by Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office on Saturday, Oct. 28


Nature and culture set stage at the 2023 EcoSummit and Green Living Expo


Oct. 23 open house planned for new Sarasota City Hall exhibit on Sarasota School of Architecture


As part of 20th anniversary celebration, Conservation Foundation putting spotlight on protecting nature


For 9th consecutive year, Sarasota County staff earns prestigious award recognizing excellence in procurement