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Rapid Response EMS Pilot Program Coming to Venice

Wednesday, July 10

Sarasota County is expanding a pilot program of a Rapid Response EMS truck into Venice. The point of the program is to have first responders go to scenes and clear those that don't need... Read More.

Venice City Council Votes to Ban Shark Fishing

Wednesday, June 26

On Tuesday, the Venice City Council voted to ban shark fishing on the pier and on all city beaches. There are some state laws that are set to take effect, including a Shore Based... Read More.

14 Arrested in Sarasota, Venice Retail Theft Sting

Tuesday, June 25

14 people were arrested in a retail theft sting in both Venice and Sarasota. Over a three-day span, officials with the Sarasota County Sheriffs Office filed 20 charges against the 14 suspects. All but... Read More.

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Venice’s Jacaranda Library Could See Sunday Hours Return

Wednesday, June 19

Two libraries in Sarasota County could soon be open on Sundays, according to a plan just approved by County Commissioners. One of them- Venice's Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library - is on the list.... Read More.

Venice Police Defending ‘Controversial’ December Arrest Caught On Tape

Monday, June 17

Police in Venice are defending an internal investigation into a controversial arrest that was caught on tape in December outside a Motel 6. In the video, officers are seen punching, kicking, and using force against... Read More.

Big Venice Conctruction Project is on Schedule

Wednesday, June 12

An $18 million construction project is underway on the Venice Bypass. Construction crews have been working on the project between Gulf Coast Boulevard and Center Road along U.S. 41 since March. The... Read More.

Venice City Council OK’s Zoning Change for Sarasota Memorial Hospital

Tuesday, June 11

The Venice City Council on Tuesday approved a zoning amendment that served as the final go-ahead for Sarasota Memorial Hospital to build its new facility in Venice. The 65-acre site at Laurel and Pinebrook... Read More.

Venice Challenger Baseball Breaks Ground on New Fields

Thursday, June 6

Venice Challenger Baseball broke ground Thursday morning on what will eventually be their new ball fields on Gulf Coast Boulevard. The organization still needs around $250K to reach their lofty $1.2M goal to pay... Read More.

Hundreds Gather for Venice ‘Parade of Champions’ Tuesday

Wednesday, June 5

More than 500 people gathered on Tuesday to celebrate the Venice High School state champion athletes. The “Parade of Champions” went from the school to Centennial Park in downtown Venice. The parade recognized the... Read More.

One Reported Dead in Venice Crash

Wednesday, June 5

At least one person has died after a crash in Venice yesterday afternoon. Police say the accident happened at the intersection of the Esplanade North and Barcelona Avenue around 330 Tuesday. Two cars collided,... Read More.