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Sarasota County Establishes New Stormwater Department to Help Address Flooding Concerns

Sarasota · Sarasota

Sarasota County Establishes New Stormwater Department to Help Address Flooding Concerns

75% Center coverage: 4 sources

SARASOTA, Fla. (WFLA) — Multiple Sarasota residents showed up to a budget workshop meeting on Tuesday to express their concerns and frustrations surrounding flooding near Phillippi Creek and other areas. Earlier this week, an emergency dredging project permit was denied by the Army Corps of Engineers, in part, due to the scale of the project. County officials said the request is now moving through a standard permitting process, which would likel…See the Story

Theft of credit card results in three arrests

Theft · Venice

Theft of credit card results in three arrests

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

VENICE — Three area teens were arrested by Venice police officers recently in connection with the theft of a credit card.Read Article

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe’s Stage of Discovery program culminates with performances featuring characters from classic children’s tale

Sarasota · Sarasota

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe’s Stage of Discovery program culminates with performances featuring characters from classic children’s tale

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

SARASOTA — Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe’s Stage of Discovery summer musical theater camp students present “Alice in Boogie Wonderland, July 12-13 in WBTT’s Donelly Theatre.Read Article

Residents still upset over Manasota Beach Road project

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

ENGLEWOOD — When Sarasota County commissioners agreed to trade out a costly project to expand Manasota Beach Road with a four-lane “expressway” in April, people were initially impressed.Englewood, Florida · Englewood Read Article

New stormwater department might up taxes

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

SARASOTA — As the dismantling of Sarasota County’s Public Works continues, so does more specific guidelines for its operation and budget.Taxes · Sarasota Read Article

Sarasota man arrested with a firearm equipped with a machine gun conversion device - The Suncoast News & Scoop

Sarasota man arrested with a firearm equipped with a machine gun conversion device Francesco Abbruzzino, The Uncensored Report, LLC In June 2025, Sarasota Police Detectives identified JAQUAN SAUNDERS in possession of a firearm equipped with a Machine Gun Conversion Device, commonly referred to as a Glock Switch—an illegal modification that converts a handgun into a fully automatic…Sarasota · Sarasota Read Article

Live Local tower project ups residential units, commercial space

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The Sarasota Development Review Committee got its first look at two downtown residential developments: the 18-story mixed-use Adagio and a boutique building in the Rosemary District.Sarasota · Sarasota Read Article

With Phillippi Creek residents venting anger about lack of county staff leadership on dredging, County Commission agrees to advertise higher level of stormwater assessments for 2026 fiscal year

Staff reminds board that Truth in Millage notices include not-to-exceed figures, so board can lower stormwater fees before approving new budget Figuratively armed with recent articles detailing an investigation into Sarasota County stormwater problems, plus remarks that Spencer Anderson, director of the county’s Public Works Department, made during a June 30 media briefing (see the ...Sarasota · Sarasota Read Article

Sarasota County dermatology practice relocates, doubles footprint

WassermanUlitsky Dermatology grew its footprint and is expanding its staff by 60%.Sarasota · Sarasota Read Article

Former ROH Star Cuts Promo While Sitting On His Toilet

ROH Ring of Honor Logo For the first time since December 2022, Erick Stevens will step into a professional wrestling ring. Beforehand, he took a seat on his toilet. Stevens’ trip to the bathroom came with the aim of muting out the sounds of his household while he issued a message to his upcoming opponent, Noah Veil. “Before anybody says anything. Yes, I’m on my toilet. Look, it’s summer vacation. All three kids are home. I got no time to myself,…Sarasota · Sarasota Read Article

Erick Stevens' Return Match To Be Against Noah Veil

Stevens stepping back into the squared circle. For the first time since December 2022, 19-year veteran Erick Stevens will be in in-ring action. His return bout is taking place on July 12th. The event is taking place at Munchies 420 Cafe in Sarasota, Florida. Stevens' opponent is independent wrestler Noah Veil. July 12th. Sarasota. Munchies 420. Erick Stevens vs Noah Veil. https://t.co/TXPEwqIe55 pic.twitter.com/7qolxX6kgp — Erick Stevens (@erick…Sarasota · Sarasota Read Article