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Sarasota Unveils Plans to Rebuild Hart's Landing After Hurricane Destruction

After two years of uncertainty about the future of Hart's Landing, Sarasota residents finally have a clearer picture of what could replace the beloved waterfront landmark destroyed by Hurricanes Helene and Milton in 2024. The City of Sarasota has submitted plans to rebuild the popular bait shop and docks at...

Sarasota, FL · 3d
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thebradentontimes.com

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This Week in Local Government: 11/8/26

BRADENTON — All local government offices will be closed Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day. The Manatee School Board will be in session on Tuesday at 10 a.m., and on Thursday, the Manatee County Planning Commission will meet at 9 a.m. Tuesday. Manatee School Board Meeting...

Bradenton, FL · 1d
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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 · 12h
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Tampa Bay Times

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Judge says St. Pete tire shop is addressing mosquitoes, denies city injunction request

A judge has denied a request from the city of St. Petersburg that could have allowed city officials to enter the property of a tire shop that was suspected of being a mosquito breeding ground.

St. Petersburg, FL · 3d

hoodline.com

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Tampa to Host Global Diplomacy Summit, Mayor Castor Says City Belongs on World Stage

Tampa is about to get a lot more international. The Tampa Convention Center will host a two-day summit on November 16-17 bringing together business, government and education leaders from around the world, alongside local residents, for a mix of trade talks, cultural showcases and networking events. Mayor Jane Castor announced...

Tampa, FL · 1d

Tampa Bay Times

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NAACP Hillsborough County honors unsung heroes at its Freedom Fund Dinner

United under the theme “We the People,” more than 1,000 supporters packed the NAACP Hillsborough County chapter’s Freedom Fund Dinner. Keynote speaker the Rev. Shavon Arline-Bradley, president and CEO of the National Council of Negro Women, delivered a call: “We cannot honor our ancestors with only words. We must honor them with action.” Chapter President Yvette Lewis announced civil rights, labor and law enforcement awards Oct. 3 at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, celebrating achievements as the work of advancing justice and equality remains as urgent as ever.

Hillsborough County, FL · 2d

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'Terrorist' designation by DeSantis forces CAIR Florida to indefinitely cease operations

The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) stopped operating in Florida this week, citing fallout from a new state law that designated the group as a domestic terrorist organization. On Nov. 5, a bright orange notice posted to the front door of the nonprofit's state headquarters in Tampa reads: "We have...

Florida · 2d

sarasotanewsleader.com

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With Amendment 3’s passage, County and City of Sarasota leaders talk of action already planned to deal with ramifications

County administrator references ‘recession budget’ for coming years. Early on during the Sarasota County Commission meeting on Nov. 4, Chair Ron Cutsinger addressed the passage of Amendment 3, which has been anticipated to reduce county property tax revenue by close to $47 million in the 2028 fiscal year and slightly more than $87 million in the 2029 fiscal year.

Sarasota, FL · 2d

Tampa Bay Times

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Warren Sapp files updated lawsuit against city of Tampa

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneer Warren Sapp filed an amendment lawsuit against the city of Tampa Wednesday, claiming officials violated his free speech rights. The new complaint comes days after a federal judge dismissed Sapp’s original lawsuit, which alleged that city officials suppressed his First Amendment rights by having him removed from a council meeting they said he disrupted.

Tampa, 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 · 2d

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Trice’s farewell, Entler’s swearing-in a jovial affair amid cloud of Amendment 3

For her first, and final, State of the City address, Sarasota Mayor Debbie Trice skipped the typical speech to play a short film at City Hall. With voice-over from Trice, the clip played like a tourism commercial for the city. She highlighted Sarasota’s recovery from the trio of Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton that slammed the area in 2024 and pointed to a spike in tourism over the past year. Trice also outlined major infrastructure projects, such as the Lido Beach renourishment and the replacement of a critical water main underneath U.S. 41.

Sarasota, FL · 1d

Mysuncoast.com

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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

Mysuncoast.com

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Holmes Beach Mayor reflects on years of service

HOLMES BEACH, Fla. (WWSB) - The mayor of the City of Holmes Beach released a statement recently to reflect on her years of service, the city’s accomplishments and the future of Holmes Beach as her term comes to an end. According to the City of Holmes Beach, Judy Holmes...

Holmes Beach, 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 · 2d

The Daily Sun

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Watchdog group: Nokomis scrap metal plant accused of polluting Venice waters

NOKOMIS — Already immersed in a lengthy, complicated and public legal battle with Sarasota County's code enforcement department over its permitting, a local scrap metal recycling facility has now been accused of additional transgressions.

Venice, FL · 1d

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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 · 2d

hoodline.com

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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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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay will host Veterans Day celebrations from Nov. 6-11

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay celebrates veterans from Nov. 6-11 with special tributes, fireworks, and exclusive military offers.

Tampa, FL · 3d

ilovetheburg.com

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51 St. Pete area artists will unite for a massive, one-night-only show in the EDGE District

There’s a lot of art flowing through St. Pete this November, and one night will bring 51 artists together with one theme. On Saturday, November 14, Chad Mize will transform the beer garden at Green Bench Brewing (1133 Baum Ave N) into an open-air gallery for Go with the Flow, a one-night-only art show running from 6 to 10 p.m.

St. Petersburg, FL · 3d

floridayimby.com

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SPHA Proposes Redevelopment of ‘Clearview Park Apartments’ at 3200 37th Avenue North, St. Petersburg, Florida

As it stands, Clearview Park Apartments in St. Petersburg hosts 22 garden-style apartments built in the early 1980s. However, a new initiative is in the works to expand the community’s density by 194 percent. Plans call for renovating 18 of the existing apartments and demolishing four to make way...

St. Petersburg, FL · 2d