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Florida passed Amendment 3, but Tampa Bay voters were divided

Amendment 3 passed by a statewide vote, but support wasn't distributed equally. Why it matters: The property tax exemption performed better in Republican-leaning areas with fewer renters, according to a Tampa Bay Times analysis of voter data . In fact, Gov. Ron DeSantis attributed the measure to helping drive Republican voter turnout. The big picture: About 62% of voters statewide approved the amendment, according to the Florida Division of Elections. That firmly cleared the 60% approval threshold for state constitutional amendments. Yes, but: It fell short of that threshold in nine counties, including both Pinellas and Hillsborough. All nine voted Democrat in top-ticket races, per the Times. Those counties also have more renters. Zoom in: The pattern also played out locally, the Times reported. "Yes" votes were more common in areas with older and wealthier residents and more expensive homes. In Pinellas, that was the beach communities and East Lake. In Hillsborough, look to suburbs in the eastern part of the county like Brandon and Lithia.

Florida · 2d

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Sarasota scrambles to adapt to property tax cuts

Amendment 3 passed, leaving Florida municipalities with big questions. Host: Florida voters passed Amendment 3 by a good margin, it will take effect January 1, and now the scramble is on in city halls and county administrations to adapt their budgets to the new reality of substantial property tax cuts. We have a look at what’s next for the City of Sarasota.

Sarasota, FL · 3d
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Sarasota schools rated ‘high performing’ by state

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Sarasota County Schools have again been named an Academically High-Performing School District for 2025–26 by the Florida State Board of Education, a designation that recognizes strong academic results, compliance with class-size rules and solid financial practices. In addition to the districtwide honor, 17 district-managed schools...

Sarasota County, FL · 2d
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Ferg’s Pavilion lists two November tribute concerts in St. Petersburg

Ferg’s Pavilion has two tribute concerts on its November schedule: CRUSH! The Bon Jovi Experience on Friday, Nov. 6, at 7 p.m., and Sabbath / Long Live Ozzy! on Friday, Nov. 13, according to 10 Tampa Bay. A TicketWeb event page also lists Sabbath / Long Live Ozzy! at Ferg’s Pavilion as a free show.

St. Petersburg, FL · 3d
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Yet another ‘no’ to Obsidian 3.0

The would-be tallest tower in downtown Sarasota was rejected by the city commission again. Host: For the third time, the City of Sarasota Commission rejected a controversial plan to build the tallest tower yet in downtown. The matter is now likely to head to court. Ramon Lopez reports. Ramon Lopez:...

Sarasota, FL · 3d

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New Sarasota VA Clinic Planned for Lakewood Ranch Boulevard With Opening Expected in 2029

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is moving forward with a major outpatient medical facility in Sarasota County, bringing expanded healthcare services, new employment opportunities, and additional commercial development activity to the growing Lakewood Ranch corridor. A major healthcare development is moving forward in Sarasota County after the U.S. Department...

Sarasota, FL · 23h

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Port Charlotte's Fawcett Hospital Pours $16M Into Bigger, Faster ER

HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital in Port Charlotte is putting $16 million into expanding and modernizing its emergency department, adding nine exam rooms, six fast-track spaces and a dedicated CT scanner to a facility that has been feeling the strain of a growing community. Construction is expected to begin early 2027.

Port Charlotte, FL · 1d

SuncoastPost

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Sarasota County Veterans Day 2026 Closures and What Stays Open

Planning errands for Wednesday, Nov. 11? Most Sarasota County Government offices will be closed for Veterans Day, but trash pickup and public transportation will continue on their regular schedules. The holiday also leaves one familiar midweek outing on the calendar: the Phillippi Farmhouse Market will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sarasota County, FL · 1d

Tampa Bay 28

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Tarpon Springs community works to preserve historic segregated Rose Cemetery

The Rose Cemetery Association is leading restoration and identification efforts to ensure the memories of those buried at the more than 100-year-old cemetery are not lost.

Tarpon Springs, FL · 1d

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Debris and flooding frustrate Port Charlotte neighbors during wastewater project

PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. — Debris-filled roads and worsening flooding have left Port Charlotte residents frustrated as construction for a wastewater collection system continues in their neighborhood. This week's rains highlighted a problem Joan Steelman has known about for months. Steelman, a Port Charlotte resident, said the construction near her...

Port Charlotte, FL · 3d

Tampa Bay Times

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St. Petersburg’s Shopapalooza returns to Vinoy Park this month with 365 vendors

If you love arts, crafts, local food, acoustic music and family-friendly activities, head to downtown St. Petersburg Nov. 28-29 for a weekend celebrating Small Business Saturday (and Sunday) with 350-plus vendors. The beloved waterfront festival in Vinoy Park is organized by LocalShops1’s Ester Venouziou (and her merry elves who volunteer) and is co-sponsored by the city of St. Petersburg. It’s free and open to the public. (Leashed dogs are welcome.)

St. Petersburg, FL · 3d

The Daily Sun

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Ribbon-cutting set for new Higel Park dock

VENICE — The Venice Youth Boating Association will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 20 near the Higel Park pavilion to celebrate a new floating dock and other site features for its sailing program.

Venice, FL · 20h

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The state of the economy after midterms

FOX 13's Matthew McClellan speaks with Dan Bennett, CFP, founder and financial advisor at Lake Water Advisory in Sarasota, about the economy following Tuesday's midterm elections.

Sarasota, FL · 1d

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Over 84% of county voters support continuation of property tax to pay for purchase of environmentally sensitive lands and neighborhood parkland

Land Acquisition and Management Program extended through 2049. Sarasota County voters overwhelmingly approved Sarasota County’s two referenda on the Nov. 3 General Election ballot, which sought support for the extension of the county’s Environmentally Sensitive Lands Protection Program (ESLPP) and its Neighborhood Parkland Program (NPP), along with the ability to issue bonds to be repaid by the resulting tax revenue.

Sarasota County, FL · 3d

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Another tech company expands its St. Pete footprint

St. Petersburg’s technology industry is growing beyond its traditional business centers, with companies working in financial technology, artificial intelligence and maritime defense establishing headquarters and expanding operations across the city. Some have arrived from larger markets. Others have grown locally, adding employees and office space as the city’s business...

St. Petersburg, FL · 3d

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We’re in for Quite a Ride

With the passage of Amendment 3 and its expansion of the homestead exemption, St. Petersburg faces uncertainty about where it will get the revenue it needs to pay for city services or what services will it cut. An independent citizen advisory council could help the city address these issues. If...

St. Petersburg, FL · 17h

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St. Pete Council Overrules Panel, Clears Chick-fil-A Rebuild That Could Bulldoze Fish Store

St. Petersburg City Council voted 7-1 to approve land-use and zoning changes that pave the way for a larger Chick-fil-A at 4201 4th Street N, overturning a city commission's earlier rejection of the project. The decision clears a path for the fast-food chain to rebuild on a bigger footprint with nearly double the parking, but it also puts a long-running shopping center, a neighborhood fish store, and seven apartment units on the chopping block.

St. Petersburg, FL · 1d

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Sun City Center Homeowners Told to Tear Down HOA-Approved Fences Over Drainage Dispute

912 N Pebble Beach Blvd. — Reported Site of HOA Fence Dispute. Homeowners in Sun City Center are being ordered to move or remove backyard fences that a local governing district says are blocking drainage easements, and they are footing the bill themselves even though their homeowners associations approved the fences in the first place. Victor Abreu already paid a contractor $1,000 to shift his fence 15.5 feet toward his house, a move that cost him plants, bushes and part of his irrigation system.

Sun City Center, FL · 3d

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Surge Nightclub Planned for St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg looks to be welcoming a new nightclub into its nightlife community. This week, What Now came across plan review documents showing Surge St. Pete opening at 350 First Ave. N. in St. Petersburg. Surge Nightclub is already searchable on Google Maps at that address. Opening in the First...

St. Petersburg, FL · 6d