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Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Amid outcry, Sarasota County planning board advises against homes near Celery Fields
The Sarasota County Planning Board has advised against a proposed residential development near the Celery Fields following community outcry.
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Community News
Read Section →Amid outcry, Sarasota County planning board advises against homes near Celery Fields
The Sarasota County Planning Board has advised against a proposed residential development near the Celery Fields following community outcry.
Apr 29
Baby Jean Arrives, Bringing Joy to Sarasota Family
Apr 29
New Exhibition Opening: 'Coastal Impressions' by Local Artist Sarah Miller
Apr 29
Sarasota Art Museum Bistro Offers Fresh Seasonal Menus
Apr 29
Sarasota County Offers Expedited Records Service for a Fee
Apr 29
Crime & Public Safety
Read Section →Tampa Police Nab Suspect in Hillsborough Convenience Store Robbery Spree
Tampa authorities arrested a 28-year-old man tied to a wave of armed convenience store robberies plaguing Hillsborough County over the past month. The takedown ends a frightening spree that left clerks terrified and communities on edge. Details emerge on the bold heists caught on camera.
Apr 29
New Felony Charge in Orange County Expressway Assault Case
Apr 29
Community Sports
Read Section →Sarasota Golf Enthusiasts Turn to Online Lessons for Game Improvement
Sarasota golfers are increasingly using online lessons to improve their game, offering a flexible way to refine skills on local courses.
Apr 29
Sarasota Golf Enthusiasts Turn to Online Lessons for Game Improvement
Apr 29
Panthers Crush Leafs 6-1 in Game 7, Storm to East Finals
Apr 29
Lightning Ink Top Prospect Czata to 3-Year Deal in Tampa Bay
Apr 29
Miami Heat Extend Playoff Streak Crushing Rivals in Thriller
Apr 29
Local Business
Read Section →Age Safe® America Celebrates 8 Years as a Training and Professional Development Leader in the Aging Industry
Sarasota's Age Safe® America celebrates eight years as a leader in training and professional development for the aging industry, promoting home safety and independent living for seniors.
Apr 29
Sarasota Parents Eye New Youth Golf Strategies for Kids
Apr 29
Understanding Online Slot Mechanics: A Guide for Sarasota Players
Apr 29
Art Packaging: A Comprehensive Guide for Artists
Apr 29
Understanding Visa Options for Florida Professionals and Investors
Apr 29
Schools & Kids
Read Section →Miami-Dade Schools Win $1.37M Grants to Boost Voc-Tech Amid Teacher Crunch
Facing a persistent teacher shortage, Miami-Dade County Public Schools is doubling down on vocational training with $1.37 million in state grants for apprenticeships in auto tech and culinary arts. Partnerships with local businesses promise hands-on paths to high-demand jobs, easing the educator crisis by steering students toward trades. This expansion cements M-DCPS as Florida's CTE leader.
Apr 29
Florida Lawmakers Advance Teacher Pay Reforms Amid Shortage Crisis
Apr 29
Health & Wellness
Read Section →Intravitreal Injections 101: What Sarasota Residents Need to Know About Eye Treatments
Sarasota residents can learn about intravitreal injections, a common in-office procedure treating severe retinal conditions like macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
Apr 29
Pilonidal Cyst Surgery: What It Is and How to Find the Right Doctor
Apr 29
Pilonidal Cyst Surgery: What It Is and How to Find the Right Doctor
Apr 29
When Every Minute Mattered: Bradenton Woman Recovers from Stroke Thanks to New Hospital Technology
Apr 29
Daily Fun
Read Section →Sharon Grimes: Inside the Artist’s Studio
Sarasota artist Sharon Grimes opens her studio doors, offering a unique look into her creative process and the local inspirations behind her vibrant works.
Apr 29
Unlock the Universe: The Fibonacci Sequence in Your Everyday Life
Apr 29
Bridging the Divide: Cross-Platform Strategies for Maximum Impact
Apr 29
The Streaming Sea: Navigating the Ever-Shifting Tides of Content
Apr 29
Streaming Services: A New Dimension of Binge-Watching
Apr 29
State News
Read Section →endoONE Offers Specialized Hypothyroidism Care in Tampa
Tampa's endoONE Diabetes & Endocrinology Center provides specialized care for hypothyroidism and other thyroid conditions, offering personalized treatment plans from board-certified endocrinologists.
Apr 29
USF Theatre1 to Host Shakespeare's 'Romeo & Juliet' This October
Apr 29
SCSO Participating in Annual Torch Run for Special Olympics
Apr 29
Immokalee Farmworker Dies After Collapsing in Field
Apr 29
USF Ranks Among Top Universities for Communication and Media Studies
Apr 29
National
Read Section →Cicada COVID Variant Fuels 15% U.S. Case Spike, Alarms CDC
A highly mutated COVID-19 strain known as BA.3.2, or 'Cicada,' is surging across the U.S., driving a 15% national increase in cases and appearing in wastewater from 25 states. Health officials warn its 70-plus spike protein mutations could dodge vaccines and prior immunity, echoing past variant waves. As spring looms, experts brace for a potential summer surge.
Apr 29
Cat 4 Hurricane Helene Barrels Toward Florida Big Bend
Apr 29
Supreme Court Tackles Post-Dobbs Abortion Clash in Landmark Hearing
Apr 29
Aldean's 'Agree to Disagree' Rule Keeps Marriage Strong Amid Clashes
Apr 29
Study Links Long-Term Artificial Sweetener Use to Body Fat Gain
Apr 29
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