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Violent Fugitive on Charlotte County’s “Most Wanted” List Arrested in Oregon
A fugitive wanted in Charlotte County for more than three years has been captured in Oregon after evading law enforcement across multiple states. Steven Charles Whitney, born March 16, 1978, […]
New Homeowner Funding Program Opens November 3
The State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program will open applications Monday, November 3, offering $2.9 million in funding to expand safe and affordable housing in unincorporated Sarasota County. Eligible homeowners […]
Boys & Girls Clubs to Honor Charles and Margery Barancik at 2025 Champions for Children Gala
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties will honor the legacy of Charles and Margery Barancik at the 2025 Champions for Children Gala on November 22 at […]
Local Law Enforcement and Health Partners Collect More Than 300 Pounds of Medications During Take Back Day
Area residents cleared out medicine cabinets and helped keep their communities safe during the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 25. The Sarasota Police […]
5th Annual LB Baseball & Softball Slowpitch Tourney
Back by popular demand! The 5th Annual LB Baseball & Softball Slowpitch Tournament will take place Sunday, November 23, at the Englewood Sports Complex, located at 1300 South River Road. […]
Man Dies After Medical Episode at Warm Mineral Springs Park
NORTH PORT, Fla. — A man who was visiting Warm Mineral Springs Park in North Port died Monday afternoon after being found unresponsive in the water, according to the North […]
SCF Students Conjure ‘Tone & Terror’ with Haunted Harmonies
The State College of Florida will host Tone & Terror on Thursday, October 30, at 7 p.m. in the SCF Recital Hall, promising a spine-tingling night of sonic experimentation and […]
Sarasota County marks 100th land acquisition through conservation program
Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources has completed its 100th land acquisition through the Environmentally Sensitive Lands Protection Program. On Friday, October 17, the county closed on the former […]
Public Hearing Set for Englewood Rd/Manasota Beach Rd. Rezone Petition
The Sarasota County Commission will hold a public hearing on November 5, 2025, to consider a proposed zoning change for a property at 1407 East Manasota Beach Road at Englewood […]
County to Hold Public Hearing on Special Exception Request for River Rd. Plant Nursery
The Sarasota Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on November 5, 2025, to consider a request for a special exception that would allow a wholesale plant nursery […]
Mote Marine Laboratory Opens 10th Location at Crane Point Museum
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Crane Point Museum & Nature Center marked a milestone on October 6, 2025, with the opening of Mote’s 10th location: the Mote Mangrove to […]
Charlotte County Launches Email Updates for MSBU and MSTU Residents
Property owners living in Charlotte County’s Municipal Service Benefit Units (MSBUs) and Municipal Service Taxing Units (MSTUs) can now sign up for direct email updates tailored to their specific districts. […]
Former Sarasota County Administration Building to Close October 24
The Sarasota County Administration Center in downtown Sarasota, located at 1660 Ringling Boulevard, will close to the public on October 24. County services will remain available in person from 8 […]
Vineland Elementary Receives Generous Donation from Arctic Alligator, Weekly Fundraiser Continues
Vineland Elementary School recently received a generous donation from local business, Arctic Alligator. Arctic Alligator supports the school through a weekly fundraiser, donating a portion of all sales every Friday […]
Lemon Bay High Class Celebrates Top Attendance with ‘Donuts with Cops’ Event
Lemon Bay High School recently recognized Ms. Hart’s First Period class for achieving the best attendance in Quarter One with a “Donuts with Cops” celebration. The event rewarded students for […]
Gulf Cove Moose Riders: Riding for Charity and Community
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. — The Gulf Cove Moose Riders of Lodge #2554, located at 4212 N. Access Road in Englewood, are known for riding with purpose. When their motorcycles roll through […]
