Sarasota Election: Battie, Shaw Vie For District 1 Seat

Kyle Scott Battie and Willie Charles Shaw are running for the Sarasota City Commission’s District 1 seat.

Sarasota Election: Buchanan, Good Run In Congressional Race

Democrat Margaret Good challenges Republican incumbent Vern Buchanan in District 16 congressional race.

North Port City Manager To Step Down: Report

Peter Lear will leave his position as North Port city manager after having an affair with a subordinate, reports said.

Sarasota Election: Voter Turnout Reaches 53 Percent Tuesday

Officials say turnout for early voting has been “steady” in Sarasota County.

Sarasota City Commission Resumes In-Person Meetings

The first in-person meetings will take place Nov. 2 at 1:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. at Sarasota City Hall.

Sarasota Election: 16 Polling Precincts Moved, Consolidated

Because of the pandemic, the Sarasota County Supervisor of Elections office has temporarily moved, consolidated 16 polling precincts Nov. 3.

Ivanka Trump Campaigns In Florida Tuesday

Campaigning for her father, Ivanka Trump hosts Make America Great Again rallies in Miami and Sarasota on Tuesday.

Sarasota Election: Cutsinger, White Vie For District 5 Seat

Republican Ron Custinger and Democrat Alice White are running for the Sarasota Board of County Commissioners District 5 seat.

Sarasota Election: Detert, Hutchinson Vie For District 3 Seat

Republican Nancy Detert and Democrat Cory Hutchinson are running for the Sarasota Board of County Commissioners District 3 seat.

Sarasota Election: Pienkos Takes On Moran In District 1 Race

Republican Michael A. Moran and Democrat Mark E. Pienkos are running for the Sarasota Board of County Commissioners District 1 seat.

Sarasota Voter Guide 2020: Vote-by-Mail, Early Voting, Candidates

Sarasota-area residents can vote early in person or by mail, or they can go to the polls on Nov. 3. Here's how to vote, deadlines.

City Of Venice Ordered To Pay $195K To Fired Black Employee

U.S. Justice officials announced a $195,000 settlement with the city of Venice, Florida over the treatment of 30-year Black employee.

Andrew Gillum Tells Tamryn Hall: 'I Do Identify As Bisexual'

Former Florida gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum said he considers himself bisexual, but didn't rule out a future run for office.

Sarasota Voting Results: New Sheriff, School Board Members

Republican Kurt Hoffman​ handily won the Sarasota County Sheriff's race Tuesday against fellow Republican Paul Fern. See all of the winners.

Sarasota Voters Get Drive-Thru Option

Sarasota County voters will have a new drive-thru option for vote-by-mail ballots when early voting opens up on Saturday.

Former Sarasota Mayor Suffers Medical Emergency

Former Sarasota Mayor and current Commissioner Willie Charles Shaw said he suffered a medical emergency on his way home from a meeting.

Sarasota County Unveils New Vote-By-Mail Drop Boxes For Primary

You can now save the postage and drop off your vote-by-mail ballot at special new secure drop boxes​ in Sarasota County.

What FL Should Expect In Social Security Payments In 2020

See where Florida ranks in Social Security benefit payments for 2020.

SUV Slams Into Sarasota Home; Driver Faces Multiple Charges

A 37-year-old Sarasota man was taken into custody Thursday night after allegedly losing control of an SUV and crashing into a home.

Missing 87-Year-Old Sarasota Man Located

A missing 87-year-old Sarasota man was located after a silver alert was issued.

Sarasota County Final Election Results Certified

The Sarasota County supervisor of elections office has certified the results from Tuesday's municipal elections with no big surprises.

Sarasota County Election Results 2019: Winners And Losers

Voters in Sarasota County have decided. Patch brings you all of the results.

Sarasota County Elections: Venice Mayor's Job Up For Grabs

Voters in the city of Venice head to the polls Tuesday to elect a new mayor.

Here’s How Tax-Friendly Florida Is: Kiplinger

Here’s how much of a burden taxes are for Florida residents, according to a new ranking by Kiplinger.

Real ID Florida: How To Beat The Deadline

Florida authorities say residents should get to the FLHSMV soon to get a Real ID compliant driver's license ahead of next year's deadline.

Sarasota Cops Get New Phone Number: Jot This Down Now

If you ever think you might need to call the Sarasota Police Department you may want to jot down the agency's new telephone number.

Sarasota Plans Security Screenings At Commission Meetings

Sarasota is set to begin security screenings before residents are admitted into commission meetings, according to city officials.

2020 Census Question Could Lead To Undercount In ​Florida​: WaPo

An analysis by The Washington Post shows how many people would be undercounted in 2020 if the citizenship question is adopted.

Florida Governor Signs Tougher Texting Bill Into Law

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a new tougher texting bill into state law Friday during a ceremony outside a high school.

Should Nurse Practitioners be allowed to practice independently

Once again, this Session the Florida Legislature will take a look at the issue of expanding nurse practitioners’ authority in Florida.

Community Meeting Set Over Water Main Replacement

The city of Sarasota will host a community meeting to discuss potential impacts from an upcoming water main replacement project.

Florida Ethics Officials Find Probable Cause On Gillum Complaint

Florida ethics officials have determined that probable cause exists that former Andrew Gillum violated state ethics laws.

Florida Governor Makes Third Supreme Court Pick

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has named Carlos G. Muñiz as his third pick for the Florida Supreme Court.

Sarasota Property Tax Drive-Thru Discount Dates

Unlike those other drive-thrus, you are guaranteed to come away feeling lighter from the property tax drive-thru.

2018 Election Results: Sarasota County Races

In Sarasota County, voters chose U.S. representatives, state senators, state representatives and commissioners.

Mote, County Take Next Step Toward New Aquarium

The Sarasota County Commission unanimously approved a significant step forward in establishing a new Mote Science Education Aquarium.

Sarasota Police Announce Sexual Predator Living In Sarasota

The Sarasota Police Department announced that Derrick Wesley Speed, 38, has registered as a sexual predator living in the city of Sarasota.

A Take On the Aug. 28 Hearing On Venice Hospital Rezoning

The lives, homes and very faith Sarasota County citizens place in democratic government is in play.

Neal Communities Contributes To Proposed Legacy Trail Extension

Homebuilder Neal Communities has donated $5,000 to support the Vote Yes for the Sarasota County Legacy Trail Extension campaign.

Primary Results: Sarasota County Commission, School Board

With all 101 precincts reporting, here are the unofficial results of the Sarasota County Commission and School Board Races.