3 hrs ago | American Reporter
An Ar ExclusiveCRIST Gets 'Cold Feet' on Offshore Drilling Ban
Fla. State Rep. Keith Fitzgerald, a high-ranking two-term Sarasota Democrat, told the Federation of Manatee County Community Associations Tuesday night that judging from comments Crist made Tuesday afternoon, Republican House speaker-designate Dean Cannon of Orlando appears to be near success in persuading the newly-re-registered governor to ... (more)
7 hrs ago | American Reporter
BRADENTON, Fla., Sept. 10, 2011 -- As most of the nation got ready Saturday to mark the solemn anniversary of Sept.
11 hrs ago | St. Petersburg Times
Senator means what she says, and gets results
Senate President Don Gaetz calls her the Margaret Thatcher of the Florida Senate - "tough, principled, independent and absolutely fearless." Valerie Guenther, chairman of the Charlotte County Democratic Party, notes she's a "tough target" because she doesn't just vote the party line.
15 hrs ago | Patch.com
Sarasota Man Seriously Injured in Pedestrian Strike
A Sarasota pedestrian is hospitalized after he sustained serious injuries walking into the path of oncoming traffic late Friday, authorities report.
20 hrs ago | Patch.com
Team Approach Helps Feed Hungry Sarasota Pets
SARASOTA, FL - The Humane Society of Sarasota County and Meals on Wheels of Sarasota have collaborated to help feed people and their pets during this time of financial hardship.
Yesterday | Bradenton.com
Costumed New College grads love local judge
The Hon. Charles E. Williams of the 12th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida began his graduation address at New College of Florida by apologizing for not wearing his cap.
Whale shark: world's largest fish seen off Venice
AP FILE PHOTO Whale sharks, which can get 40 feet long and weigh 24 tons, have been spotted off the coast of Venice.
Sarasota Third-Graders Outpace Florida in FCAT Results
Sarasota third-graders outpace their peers across Florida in reading and math, according to FCAT results released Friday.
SARASOTA-Redeveloped property at Fruitville and 301 sells
Connecticut-based business Lincoln PK Partners LLC bought the property that currently houses a Bank of America Branch for $4.45 million.
4 Charged With Selling Cocaine as Part of Police Sweep
A warrant sweep and undercover narcotics operation near Shenandoah Park netted eight arrests earlier this week, including four people accused of selling cocaine, according to Sarasota Police.
SARASOTA-2013 FCAT scores released
During the next two years, Florida will transition to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts and mathematics.
SARASOTA-Sarasota crime drops more than 16% in 2012
Crime reduced in 2012 in 10 categories, including: Forcible Rape, Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Burglary, Larceny, Motor Vehicle Theft, Kidnapping, Arson, Simple Assault and Fraud.
Longboat Key-Sarasota waterfront home sells for $4 million
The home at 619 Mourning Dove Drive has a wine cellar, bar and three-car garage and overlooks Sarasota Bay.
New Details On Sinkhole Home Collapse
New information has come about the sinkhole home in Seffner that took the life of Jeff Bush.
Suncoast Business Technologies is a 2013 Small Business of the Year
In an industry that relies on automation, efficiency and accuracy, it's the analog touches of customer service that make Suncoast Business Technology a success.
Drug/DUI court ceremony honors Manatee, Sarasota graduates
For many convicted drug offenders, drug court may seem like a challenge, but it has been a life-changing opportunity for this year's graduates.
Abusing Prisoners Decreases Public Safety --An interview with...
If given the attention it deserves, an important new book is certain to make significant contributions to the public discussions of US prison policy.
Police: Shots Fired, None Injured in Sarasota Neighborhood
An exchange of gunfire in a Sarasota neighborhood left bullet holes in a home but no one injured Wednesday night, the Sarasota Police Department reports.
Sarasota Farmers Market sells raffle tickets for big prizes05/23/13...
Vendors at the Sarasota Farmers Market have teamed up to sell raffle tickets through Saturday, June 29, to benefit the betterment of the market.
Village crosswalk lighting receives green light
A project to make sidewalks safer throughout Siesta Key Village is slated to light up seven crosswalks before the next tourist season arrives.