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The cut occurred on a split, 4-3 vote with minority favoring a less drastic reduction

The Florida Legislature just passed a bill that will allow Sarasota County to award Kristin Stewart, a local resident, $5.75 million in damages.

In other city council meeting action, the board approves first reading of compromise with Venice Unites on land development rules.

Former educator won her first term in 2017 and was unopposed in her bid for a second term in 2020.

City to consider allowing for accessory dwelling units for single-family homes

Venice Pride Inc. rescinded their participation for this weekends holiday parade after recent backlash.

Videos of individuals attempting to pole dance on a lamp post and a ring-toss game involving sex toys stirred national attention.

A beach smoking ban passed its first hurdle in Venice, while council members also took steps to make beach alcohol sales permanent.

The city of Venice had a changing of the guard Tuesday morning, with a new mayor and three other members sworn in on the Venice City Council.

Venice Pride Inc. rescinded their participation for this weekends holiday parade after recent backlash.