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Petitioners would have to collect signatures from at least 10% of registered voters in each county district. The current requirement is 10% countywide.

To draw attention to the issue, County Commission candidate Mike Cosentino wore a red, white and blue cowboy hat, a muscle-padded suit and a red cape to a public hearing on the topic.

The new Pompano Trailhead of the Legacy Trail features 12 outdoor pickleball courts, complete with lighting that allows for evening play.

Live music, fun run add to the joy of annual fireworks event at Nathan Benderson Park.

The North Port City Commission unanimously approved a new support agreement with the Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County.

Sarasota County has decided to rebrand its transit system in an effort to increase ridership.

The County Commission voted 3-2 to continue funding the Economic Development Corp. of Sarasota County through 2022-23.

The van will allow library staff to visit areas of the county such as Laurel, Myakka and Longboat Key, which don’t have their own libraries.

The new facility on Bee Ridge Road has been built to withstand Category 4 hurricane winds.

Fruitville Road facility is being built under an agreement that will lease the facility to the county.