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Elections

Court Rules Against Key Voter Drive Limitations

U.S. District Court Judge Robert Hinkle says voter registration drives faced an unreasonable deadline and other rules to turn in forms and identify volunteers.

Government

Committee Tasked With Creating Answers To Parking Issues

Sarasota now has a Parking Advisory Committee to examine parking policies, management and access in the city.

Government, Business, Public Safety

SRQ Police Chief Again Faces Complaints By Neighbors

Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport Police Chief Jim Carlino had a long and messy neighbor dispute while living in Georgia, and now a similar problem has followed him here.

Government, The Neighborhood Files

Update: Portion Of Beneva Road Reopens

Sarasota County Utilities crews worked to repair a 12-inch transmission water main break that has closed a portion of Beneva Road south of Markridge Road in Sarasota, according to Sarasota County Government.

Government, The Neighborhood Files

Service Honors Veterans At Sarasota National Cemetery

Gov. Rick Scott spoke during the Salute To Fallen Heroes at Sarasota National Cemetery.

Government

What's Closed On Memorial Day?

Sarasota County Area Transit buses will not run on Memorial Day.

Government, Local Connections

Gov. Scott To Attend Ceremony At Sarasota National Cemetery

Gov. Rick Scott will travel to Sarasota on Sunday to honor veterans who sacrificed their lives for our freedom.

Government, Business

Chipotle Hiring Practices Investigated By Feds

Securities and Exchange Commission documents reveal popular Mexican restaurant chain under investigation for hiring undocumented workers.

Elections

NAACP Claims Voter Suppression In Precinct Changes

Sarasota NAACP says eliminating precincts would cause hardships on voters.

This roundabout is being considered to be built for $1 million as part of downtown streetscape plans.

Government, Business

Downtown Streetscape Project Moves Forward

Main Street beautification improvements will start this year in Sarasota and officials are hoping to avoid construction during peak season.

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