Sarasota

In Florida, where commercial and recreational fishing supported $24.6 billion in economic activity in 2022 alone, the stakes are high.

For the first time, WBTT cast a professional cast, mostly from New York City. This is largely because of their skills at tap dancing.

If Sarasota city commissioners approve the condo, Bay Plaza residents say they’ll take the fight to circuit court — a move that could push their costs far higher and prolong the battle for years.

Officials say many homeowners don’t understand what they’re getting into and are then left with few options to fight back when decisions turn contentious.

The 40th anniversary celebration features a full chorus of more than 110 voices, plus soloists and an orchestra.

The 40th anniversary celebration features a full chorus of more than 110 voices, plus soloists and an orchestra.

Kevin Guthrie, the director of the Florida Division of Emergency Management, as well as leaders from the National Weather Service and Small Business Administration, will be at the May 8 event to answer questions.

Sarasota County recently updated its plan for areas prone to flooding. If approved, lower flood insurance rates could be in residents' future.

In some cases, districts have financed extravagant projects like a beach-style swimming lagoon or even a baseball stadium for the Atlanta Braves. Yet if the housing market sours or a project fails, it’s the homeowners — not the builders — who are left footing the bill.

For Jon Mast, CEO of the Building Industry Institute, this isn’t the first time his role in the accountability of public expenditures has been criticized.