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Nationals Shake Up Roster: Top Prospect Brady House Joins MLB Squad!

The Washington Nationals call up top prospects Brady House and Daylen Lile amid roster changes following a struggling June.

Inside Pulse Nightclub: A Haunting Pre-Demolition Look Back

Explore Venice's rich history, vibrant culture, and unique architecture, and discover why it captivates travelers worldwide.

Sarasota’s Future Hangs in Balance: Universities Eye Historic Merger

Explore Sarasota's pivotal moment: a potential merger of New College, USF Sarasota-Manatee, and the Ringling Museum, fostering economic growth.

Sarasota’s Future at Stake: Education Merger Sparks Local Concerns!

Explore Sarasota's pivotal moment as local colleges consider merger opportunities, impacting education and economic growth.

Beloved Kalona matriarch Emma Miller, 85, passes away at home

Obituary for Emma Miller, 85, of Kalona, with service details and family information. Remembering a life dedicated to faith and family.

Budget Battles: Florida Lawmakers’ Lean Plans for Education Funding Unveiled

Florida lawmakers reached a budget consensus impacting education funding and future fiscal planning; key initiatives unveiled for 2025.

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Beloved Bradenton Council Member Mary Fulford Passes Away at 88

An obituary for Mary Joyce Cochran Fulford, a beloved Sarasota resident, who passed away on June 11, 2025. Service details included.

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Thousands March in Sarasota Protests Against Trump’s Policies

Thousands gathered in Sarasota County on June 14, 2025, for the "No Kings" protest against Trump’s policies, advocating for freedom and democracy.

Florida Tax Cuts: Business Rent Tax Axed, Back-to-School Savings Boosted!

Florida's budget for 2025-26 proposes significant tax cuts, including the repeal of the business rent tax and permanent sales tax holidays, aimed at benefiting families and businesses.

Florida’s Search for Leadership Stalls: Ono Rejected Amid DEI Firestorm

Santa Ono's presidential appointment at the University of Florida was rejected amid DEI backlash, sparking debates on academic freedom.

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Temple Sinai’s Laura Freedman Wins National Person of Valor Award

Laura Freedman of Temple Sinai earns the Person of Valor Award for her dedication post-hurricane. Join local events for legal aid and the arts.

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Rising from the Ruins: Florida’s Battle Against Storm Surge and Flooding

Explore Sarasota County's impact from Hurricane Ian, highlighting resilience, storm surge challenges, and future preparedness strategies.

Art Center Sarasota’s Vice and Virtue : Explore a Carnival of Contradictions!

Explore Sarasota's vibrant art scene as Art Center Sarasota closes its season with the "Vice and Virtue" exhibition, showcasing diverse interpretations of humanity's duality.

Venice Man Sentenced for Weapons and Hate Crimes Tied to Terror Group

A Venice man, Alexander Lightner, was sentenced to over four years in prison for firearm possession linked to a white supremacist group, following disturbing online threats.