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Sarasota Soil & Water Conservation District Presents Key to Mayor
Sarasota Mayor Hagen Brody was recently recognized by Sarasota Soil & Water Conservation District Board for his advocacy and dedication to the planned water quality improvements on the Bobby Jones Golf Course property.
08/26/2021 1:43 PM
Sarasota Police Conducting Death Investigation; Asking for Public’s Assistance
The Sarasota Police Department is conducting a death investigation after a body was found on Lido Beach last night, Tuesday, August 24, 2021.
08/25/2021 2:27 PM
Troche appointed interim Chief of Police
Sarasota City Manager Marlon Brown on Wednesday appointed Deputy Chief Rex Troche as interim Chief of Police.
08/25/2021 12:27 PM
Sarasota Police Chief James Rieser Announces Retirement; Troche appointed interim Chief of Police
Sarasota Police Chief James Rieser has announced his retirement from the City of Sarasota effective today, August 25, 2021, at 5 p.m. Sarasota City Manager Marlon Brown on Wednesday appointed Deputy Chief Rex Troche as interim Chief of Police.
08/25/2021 10:50 AM
Charter Review Committee invites public feedback Aug. 30
Members of the public are invited to provide input on possible revisions to the City Charter when the Charter Review Committee meets at 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 30.
08/25/2021 10:03 AM
COVID-19 testing returns to Robert L. Taylor Community Complex Aug. 7
A free walk-up COVID-19 testing site is now open at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex parking lot, 1845 34th St.
08/25/2021 9:00 AM
Sarasota Police Deputy Chief Rex Troche Graduates from Senior Management Institute for Police
Sarasota Police Department Chief Jim Rieser is pleased to announce Deputy Chief Rex Troche graduated on Friday from the Senior Management Institute for Police (SMIP), a leadership program hosted by the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF).
08/24/2021 11:19 AM
Plan Ahead This Labor Day Holiday: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
This Labor Day, the Sarasota Police Department is taking part in the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over impaired driving awareness campaign, which runs from August 18 through September 6, 2021.
08/19/2021 9:05 AM
FDOT to host Gulfstream roundabout update meeting Wednesday
The Florida Department of Transportation will host a virtual meeting to update citizens on the U.S. 41/Gulfstream Avenue roundabout project and this week's traffic shift.
08/17/2021 9:36 PM
UPDATE: Payne Park Skate Park to remain open Aug. 21
UPDATE: Payne Park Skate Park will remain open this Saturday, Aug. 21. The previously scheduled repairs will be delayed to a future date.
08/17/2021 1:09 PM
Sarasota Man Facing Aggravated Battery Charges Following Shooting Incident
Daevaun Corbert, 24, of Sarasota, has been arrested and is facing charges of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon following a shooting in the 5200 block of North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, just before midnight on Sunday, August 15, 2021.
08/17/2021 8:46 AM
Utilities Billing Office resumes appointment-only for in-person service
To safeguard community health during the current surge in COVID-19 cases, the Utilities Billing Office will resume appointment-only in-person service effective 8 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 18.
08/16/2021 2:19 PM
1985 Homicide Case Solved Following Advancements in DNA Testing & Technology
The Sarasota Police Department has solved a 35-year-old homicide because of improvements in DNA testing and technology. Recent advancements in technology allowed investigators to re-examine forensic evidence from the case that was once thought to be unsolvable.
08/10/2021 5:10 PM
La Primavera Supermarket albergará una clínica gratuita de vacunación COVID-19 el 21 de Agosto
La Primavera Supermarket albergará una clínica gratuita de vacunas contra el COVID-19 el sábado 21 de Agosto, en asociación con el Departamento de Salud del condado de Sarasota, la Ciudad de Sarasota, y The Mallard Bufete de Abogados.
08/10/2021 4:01 PM
La Primavera Supermarket to host COVID-19 vaccine clinic Aug. 21
La Primavera Supermarket will host a free COVID-19 vaccination clinic Saturday, Aug. 21, in partnership with the Department of Health-Sarasota County, the City of Sarasota and The Mallard Law Firm.
08/10/2021 4:00 PM
Red tide cleanup underway; Residents can schedule courtesy pickup of bagged debris
Red tide cleanup is underway in City of Sarasota parks and rights-of-way and special garbage pickups are now available for residents picking up dead fish on private property.
08/09/2021 4:59 PM
116 grams of Synthetic Cannabinoids (Spice) Confiscated Following Arrest of Two Men
Two men have been arrested and 116.6 grams of synthetic cannabinoids, also known as spice, and cash have been confiscated after an arrest of two men at a local park in the City of Sarasota.
08/09/2021 10:47 AM
Development Services Department resumes appointment-only for in-person service
To safeguard community health during the current surge in COVID-19 cases, the Development Services Department resumed appointment-only in-person service effective City Hall Annex Monday, Aug. 9 at 8 a.m.
08/06/2021 3:22 PM
FDOT announces US 41-Gulfstream Ave. traffic shift to start Aug. 13
Major traffic shift to construction for Phase 1A of the US 41-Gulfstream Avenue roundabout is scheduled to start night of Friday, August 13th, weather permitting.
08/05/2021 10:28 AM
Home rehab program offers loans to Sarasota residents
If you own a home within Sarasota County, you may be eligible for a zero percent deferred loan to repair your home!
08/02/2021 9:00 AM