22 Sep 2023


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Moran wins colleagues’ support in eliminating county funding for numerous human services providers, even though county advisory councils had vetted the applications and recommended the financial support


Attorney for south Siesta resident urges county commissioners to consider administrative law judge’s ruling in Siesta hotel case before letting Siesta Promenade construction proceed


Arroyo casts sole ‘No’ vote on higher fees for City of Sarasota vacation rental homes program


Preliminary new FEMA flood map information indicates changes for tens of thousands of county parcels


On Oct. 10, County Commission to hear presentation about options to restore tidal flow between Gulf of Mexico and Little Sarasota Bay


Prospect of winning bid for PGA Championship at The Concession prompts full County Commission support for funding $3-million sponsorship


Manatee County to continue to provide potable water to Sarasota County through at least March 31, 2028


City Commission approves list of 12 parcels it owns that would be appropriate for affordable housing projects


Mangrove School plans win County Commission approval for relocation near Celery Fields


Former Sheriff’s Office deputy charged with worker’s compensation fraud


City Commission approves $286.7-million budget for 2023-24 fiscal year, with operating millage rate staying at 3 mills


Suspect’s death while in Sheriff’s Office custody under investigation


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Mobile Disaster Recovery Centers to be open in Sarasota County to help homeowners and businesses affected by Hurricane Idalia


On Sept. 23, Sarasota County to mark 30th annual National Public Lands Day with variety of activities at Potter Park


County business tax payments due by Sept. 30


Gulf Coast Community Foundation recognizing first anniversary of Hurricane Ian’s strike


Sarasota County Tax Collector Ford-Coates receives state award for excellence in financial operations


Conservation Foundation inviting local teens to learn and grow with new Teen Conservation Club


City of Sarasota accepting artists’ applications for Public Art Roster