Aug 16, 2024


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More than 6 millions of gallons of raw sewage flows to Sarasota Bay after tropical storm overwhelms City of Sarasota wastewater treatment plant


Following Aug. 10 federal declaration of disaster, FEMA officials working in Sarasota County to assess damage wrought by Tropical Storm Debby


County’s Public Works staff trying to pinpoint problems that produced severe flooding in Laurel Meadows


Low dissolved oxygen and high bacteria levels found in samples taken in Sarasota Bay segments Aug. 8


Benderson’s proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment for redeveloping Southgate Mall wins unanimous City Commission approval in first step of process


Body of man missing since early last week found by divers in submerged vehicle in Phillippi Creek


About 1,450 gallons of raw sewage spills at South Lockwood Road/Webber Street intersection after county pipeline cracks


‘Bed tax’ revenue down only about $1.6 million through June, compared to same period of 2023 fiscal year


About 8,000 gallons of raw sewage mixed with rainwater spills from two City of Venice manholes at height of Tropical Storm Debby’s downpours


Siesta tops ‘U.S. News’ list of best U.S. beaches this year


About 4.38 acres located at Lemon Bay Drive in Venice to be purchased for $350,000 through Sarasota County’s Land Acquisition and Management Program


Bay Runner trolley surpasses 400,000-passenger mark, having launched in March 2022


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Motorists advised of off-ramp closures as crews work to complete Clark Road diverging diamond interchange with I-75


Jupin, Steinwachs join board of Library Foundation for Sarasota County


Gulf Coast Community Foundation announces team growth, including new colleague


WBTT shines during international event