Sarasota FL

Two longtime Sarasota law firms have joined together in what the entities are calling a “strategic merger.” Syprett Meshad and Eastmoore Crauwels & DuBos are joining forces under the name Syprett Meshad & DuBose. “With this merger, we are bringing together two of Sarasota’s most established and recognized...

BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - The deadline to participate in the 2026 property tax installment payment plan is April 30. This does not apply to unpaid 2025 taxes, which are now delinquent. “If the estimated tax is more than $100, Florida law allows taxpayers to make quarterly payments on real estate...

MANATEE, Fla. (WWSB) - Manatee County Utilities customers in unincorporated Manatee County will soon have a new option for getting rid of large household items. Beginning Friday, May 1, 2026, the county is launching a Bulk Collection Pilot Program that expands curbside bulk pickup. Under the pilot program, residential customers...

The Sarasota County School Board and two county taxpayers have filed a lawsuit against Tax Collector Mike Moran and the constitutional office he controls alleging “unlawful diversion” of taxpayer funds that were supposed to support local students. The suit was filed Friday in the Circuit Court of the...

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Chef Tommy Chung from Sharky’s on the Pier joined us in our kitchen to make Seared Grouper with Lobster Fondue. Sharky’s has been Venice-area landmark for over 30 years. The beach-front restaurant offers a stunning view of the Gulf of Mexico. 1600 Harbor Drive...

VENICE — With no debate, the City Council approved a budget amendment on first reading Tuesday that more than doubles the amount currently budgeted for a new terminal/administration building at the Venice Municipal Airport.

VENICE — New officers were named at the quarterly meeting of the Jewish Congregation of Venice.

The future of the Blackburn Point Bridge remains uncertain as county leaders consider whether to replace the nearly 100-year-old structure.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) — A former Florida governor has put his name in the running to be the next mayor of St. Petersburg. According to a filed campaign candidate depository, Charlie Crist is seeking office and has listed Natalie Kato as his treasurer or deputy treasurer. Crist, who...

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