Proposed Siesta Key Comp Plan change threatens our community. Written by: Protect Siesta Key lourdes@protect-siesta-key.ccsend.com As mentioned in previous PSK newsletters, we firmly oppose any proposed changes or exemptions to Siesta Key’s protective policies outlined in our Comprehensive Plan. We have seen similar issues in rural Sarasota County, where numerous changes and exemptions in the […]
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Motes Seagrass Initiative
Sarasota News Events: Seagrasses play a crucial role in the health and resilience of Florida’s coastal ecosystems. They provide nursery habitats for keystone species and stabilize shorelines and sediments. Seagrasses contribute significantly to environmental health by filtering excess nutrients from the water (which improves water quality and reduces harmful algal blooms), capturing and storing carbon […]
Big Waters Saving Coastal Owls
Big Waters Land Trust is delighted to announce the permanent conservation of five lots totaling 1.34 acres in the City of Cape Coral. The City received a grant from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) in partnership with the Fish and Wildlife Foundation of Florida, Inc. to acquire these lots, and more in the […]
UF Extension Service Virtual Tour
“Virtual Tour” Highlights Conservation, Landscaping, Sustainability and More at Sarasota County Extension SARASOTA COUNTY – There’s a new way to learn about a range of landscaping approaches, conservation initiatives, solar options and more at UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County: a virtual tour. The tour consists of 19 distinct stops — with more to be added […]
NOAA predicts above-normal 2025 Atlantic hurricane season
NOAA’s outlook for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, which goes from June 1 to November 30, predicts a 30% chance of a near-normal season, a 60% chance of an above-normal season, and a 10% chance of a below-normal season. The agency is forecasting a range of 13 to 19 total named storms (winds of 39 […]
Challenging new development in Sarasota? Be ready to spend a small fortune
Sarasota News Events: This story is provided by Suncoast Spotlight, an investigative news source. Challenging new development in Sarasota? Be ready to spend a small fortune Published On: May 9, 2025Last Updated: May 9, 2025 By: Derek Gilliam | Suncoast Searchlight In a city defined by its coastal charm and modest skyline, a heated battle […]
Gulf Islands Ferry Notes Changes
Gulf Islands Ferry Updates Operational Schedule MANATEE COUNTY, FL (April 25, 2025) – The Gulf Islands Ferry will adjust its operational schedule for May 2025. Effective May 1, the two catamarans will shift service from five to four days-per-week, running Thursday through Sunday. Service will continue between the downtown Bradenton Riverwalk Pier and the Historic […]
How developers control Florida’s fastest-growing communities
Gran Paradiso battle reveals how developers control Florida’s fastest-growing communities Published On: April 18, 2025Last Updated: April 18, 2025 By: Derek Gilliam | Suncoast Searchlight Streets lined with lush landscaping wind through what was once open ranchland, now transformed into a luxury community. At the entrance, royal palms rise in perfect formation, flanking an ornate Spanish […]
Sarasota African American Cultural Coalition
A Message from our CEO Pictured (from left to right): Freedom songs leader Brenda Watty, Sarasota School Superintendent Terry Conner, SAACC CEO Vickie Oldham and community scholar Walter Gilbert. Our work at SAACC is about more than preserving history—it’s about uplifting legacy. History calls us to act that the future is brighter for generations unborn. We’re […]
The Ringling costs millions. Can New College handle it?
Sarasota news events: Preserving centuries-old artifacts. Managing acres of manicured grounds and rose gardens. Shielding valuable art from the ravages of powerful storms. For a quarter century, Florida State University has staffed, operated and managed the finances of the arts complex known as The Ringling – including the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, the […]
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