2025 in Review — Sarasota Authorizes $13.5M to Keep St. Armands Dry and Passable
On Dec. 16, the Sarasota County Commission moved forward to fortify areas in the region against future storms by approving approximately $57 million in...
2025 in Review — Bird Key Yacht Club Demolished for New Vision
The 65-year-old Bird Key Yacht Club is officially a memory, having been completely demolished this year to make way for a $27.5 million replacement.
The...
2025 in Review — Mira Mar Plan Approved for Downtown Landmark
A plan to preserve the historic façade of the Mira Mar Plaza in Downtown Sarasota cleared a hurdle this year in Sarasota City Hall.
The...
2025 in Review — Longboat hires Police Chief from Delray Beach to lead force
This year, Longboat Key Town Manager Howard Tipton announced the hiring of a new Police Chief. Russ Mager, who recently served as Chief of...
2025 in Review — Sarasota hires Longboat’s former Manager to lead City
Back in May of this year, the Sarasota City Commission unanimously appointed former Longboat Key Town Manager Dave Bullock as its next interim City...