FEMA, Army Corps Team Up For Operation Blue Roof

The federal government is offering a program to help provide temporary roof coverings to avoid further home damage. Sarasota County is trying to tell residents they may be eligible for the program under Operation... Read More.

Citrus Crops Take Hit Thanks To Irma

Hurricane Irma caused losses of 50 to 70 percent of Florida's citrus crop in portions of South Florida, according to the Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association. Oranges, grapefruits, strawberries and tomatoes are the hardest... Read More.

Trash Collection Resumes In Damaged Areas

The City of Venice debris removal contractors will begin debris removal on city maintained roads in response to Hurricane Irma on Wednesday, Sept. 20. City contractors are currently prioritizing debris removal based on areas... Read More.

Federal Assistance Available For Floridians

More Floridians are now eligible for federal disaster assistance after President Donald Trump expanded his Major Disaster Declaration. The federal disaster area now includes individual assistance for residents in Manatee, Sarasota and Charlotte counties.... Read More.

Silver Alert Canceled For Venice Couple

An elderly couple who suffer from dementia has been found, 4 days after last being seen evacuating their Venice home. Silver Alerts were issued Tuesday for Milan and Lucille Yezic, who were headed to... Read More.