SARASOTA — The Sarasota County Commission has voted to move forward with repairs to Manasota Key Road, approving a plan that includes a temporary access road while a permanent rebuild is... Read More.

SARASOTA COUNTY - A burn ban is currently in effect for Sarasota County due to local drought conditions and an increased chance of fire hazards.Under Sarasota County’s burn ban ordinance (Sarasota County Code Section 58-2), burn... Read More.

March 26, 2025 – Port Charlotte, FL At approximately 3:30pm on Monday, March 24, the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit observed Samantha James (12/09/1995) in the parking lot of Ollie’s Bargain Outlet (located at... Read More.

SOUTH VENICE - The man suspected in a Monday afternoon shooting has been apprehended overnight, according to a social media post by the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office. Kevin Johnson, who had previously... Read More.

New Emergency Medical Facility Coming to Wellen Park WELLEN PARK, FL — Residents of western North Port and unincorporated Sarasota County will soon have easier access to emergency medical care with the... Read More.

Sarasota County New Garbage Collection Service Begins March 31 Important changes to solid waste collection services  ... Read More.

Charlotte County Emergency Management Press Update: Elevate Florida Can't make the in-person application assistance sessions? The Florida Division of Emergency Management will hosting two virtual application assistance... Read More.