Sarasota County

Many residents believe the county has fallen short on its duty to remove sediment and vegetation from creeks, ditches and drains that keeps heavy rains from causing massive flooding.

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.

Look at the map below to find your evacuation zone and nearby locations in Sarasota County.

Here's a look at how state funding is allocated, how much each district receives, and the ways school leaders are spending those funds.

These $210 million federal grant will support long-term recovery efforts following Tropical Storm Debby and hurricanes Helene and Milton.

The Charlotte County Commission has imposed a ban on all outdoor burning, including the use and discharge of fireworks and sparklers.

The health department is monitoring wild animals in response to a confirmed case in a raccoon that was killed this past week. People should be aware that rabies may be present in the wild animal population.

Board members say they will review the parents' responses and the scientific research on the pros and cons of cell phones in schools, ahead of a future workshop.

The program is paying hurricane-impacted households' housing, utility, transportation and childcare bills to help stave off the worst economic consequences of an unprecedented hurricane season.

The reports of red tide are coming from an algae bloom that is more than 100 miles long, stretching along much of the Gulf Coast.

Republicans swept the races in Sarasota County, winning all the state representative, hospital board and county commission seats.

Visitors can return starting Oct. 26 as cleanup from hurricanes Helene and Milton continues.