Opinion

Matt Walsh
August 17, 2023

Cities, counties throw a bone

As their revenues and spending will be rising at double-digit rates, your tax rates will be falling a pittance.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Adrian Moore, Geoffrey Lawrence, Madison Carlino
August 16, 2023

AG Moody tries to snuff weed

Florida’s attorney general is trying to prevent voters from deciding whether the state should legalize recreational marijuana for adults.

Sarasota
Opinion

Matt Walsh
August 16, 2023

About time they give back

Sarasota County officials say they’ll use county money to build a public library on Longboat. They also should fund a community center.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Jay Heater
August 13, 2023

Nathan Benderson Park exec says local rowing/paddling talent will surface

The Sarasota park will continue to host world class events with a new staff in place.

East County
Opinion

Matt Walsh
August 9, 2023

Last week, we urged Republicans to think whether a second Trump presidency would be any different or better than the first. This week: Tell us, Joe Biden, how persecuting Trump will improve our lives.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Matt Walsh
August 2, 2023

Trump II? Think about it

Humpty Dumpty would be better than what we have. But for all of the diehard Trump supporters, here’s a thought: What makes you think a Trump II will be any different and better for the U.S. than Trump I?

Longboat Key
Opinion

Jay Heater
July 30, 2023

Fat Point Brewing offers pint-sized satisfaction at UTC

Sarasota's newest craft beer pub opened at a small, intimate setting on Cattlemen Road.

East County
Opinion

Emily Walsh
July 27, 2023

What we do matters

While some say artificial intelligence poses threats to the media, Florida newspapers remain strong with local journalism reporting human experiences and connections — something AI will never do as we do.

Sarasota
Opinion

Jay Heater
July 27, 2023

Little Free Libraries continue to grow in the Lakewood Ranch area

The smallish libraries have a great impact to the communities they serve.

East County
Opinion

Matt Walsh
July 19, 2023

Part II of spend, spend …

Thanks to inflation, rising real estate prices and population growth, city and county governments are gushing with cash. And they can’t wait to spend it.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Jay Heater
July 19, 2023

Magic of Manatee singing group names new director

Lakewood Ranch's Janice Wagner will head the Sweet Adeline's group.

East County
Opinion

By Adrian Moore, Zachary Christensen
July 13, 2023

Pensions below standards

Florida lawmakers altered the Florida Retirement System in ways that improved the system while also increasing the future burden on taxpayers. Florida’s system still falls below industry guidelines.