The red tide present in the Gulf of Mexico is affecting beaches including Siesta, Lido and Longboat Key.

Although it’s a divisive topic, city leaders hope rewriting the sound rules will lead to greater clarity for officials, residents and businesses. 

As supplies grow more plentiful, Sarasota County health officials are focused on encouraging harder-to-reach populations to get vaccinated.  

This time last year, dining rooms were forced to close because of COVID-19. Today, some restaurants are struggling to keep up with demand from customers eager to eat out.

The City Commission overruled an advisory board in determining a McClellan Park house of disputed origin did not carry any historical significance.

Although the regulations only apply on the barrier islands, some officials want to expand them citywide.

Change in rules sets up approval process before comprehensive plan requests can move ahead.