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McCarthy: Gaetz ‘looks very unhinged’
Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) took his latest swipe at Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) on Thursday, saying the Florida lawmaker “looks very unhinged” after he taunted the former Speaker on the floor of the Republican National Convention earlier in the week. “He looks very unhinged. I mean, a lot of people have concerns about it.…
Biden should resign if he can’t run for president, Rubio says
MILWAUKEE — Amid continuing discussion of whether President Joe Biden is able to run for president, Florida Sen. Marco Rubio said today that if Biden cannot continue as the 2024 Democratic nominee, then he should step down from the presidency as well. “The question is, if he’s not going...
Sarasota Bradenton International ranked 8th on TSA list for number of firearms seized from passengers in first half of this year
Of the 21 Florida airports where Transportation Security Administration (TSA) personnel screen passengers, Sarasota Bradenton International (SRQ) came in eighth in the first half of this year for the number of firearm discoveries in passengers’ carry-on luggage, the federal agency has announced. However, the total for SRQ was just...
FDLE says deadly shooting involving 5 officers near New College of Florida was 'justified'
SARASOTA, Fla. — Five officers with the Sarasota Police Department are able to return to their full duties after they were deemed "justified" in a deadly shooting earlier this year near the New College of Florida, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement said Friday. The shooting happened on the...
Sarasota County to buy 4.38 acres in Venice for conservation
Sarasota County is purchasing 4.38 acres in Venice through its Environmentally Sensitive Lands Protection Program. Since the program began in 1999, the county has protected 91 properties containing more than 40,000 acres through land purchases and conservation easements. The Venice property is on Lemon Bay Drive and is predominantly mangrove...
Battie Lawsuit Reaches into the Electoral Realm
One candidate for city commission resents how Battie has treated his wife. Host: The defamation lawsuit against Sarasota City Commissioner Kyle Battie is reaching the next stage: Electoral politics. One city commission candidate, who happens to be the plaintiff’s husband, brought up the court case at the city commission meeting this week. Ramon Lopez has that story.
The Sarasota Players presents Sarasota-Premiere of Green Day's American Idiot
TThe Sarasota Players is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to entertaining, educating and engaging the community through high-quality live theatre. Performances take place year-round and appeal to visitors and locals alike. The Players Studio, the education and outreach department for The Sarasota Players, promotes inclusive learning and upholds the ideals of equality and diversity, while providing a safe environment for students of all ages and abilities. The Sarasota Players is thrilled to produce the Sarasota-premiere of Green Day’s American Idiot August 7 to 18 at The Crossings at Siesta Key (3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239). The two-time Tony Award-winning hit musical, based on the Grammy Award-winning multi-platinum album, explores the struggle to find oneself, grow up, battle disillusionment with the American Dream and more. Dates: August 7-10 and 14-17 at 7:30pm August 11 and 18 at 2pm.
Stephen Nedoroscik ready to make history with U.S. Olympics men's gymnastics in Paris
SARASOTA, Fla. — The U.S. Men's Gymnastics team took off for Paris on Thursday. This summer, they are looking for their first gold medal since 1984. Two of the gymnasts have been training at EVO Gymnastics in Sarasota, Florida: one of which is the best pommel horse athlete in the world — Stephen Nedoroscik.
One man arrested after threatening others at Selby Library
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Sarasota Police initially responded to a call for an individual at the library claiming to have explosive materials in his backpack and making threats to harm others. The building was safely evacuated, and officers were able to take the suspect into custody. The Sarasota Police Department’s...
Better chances for storms over next few days
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Although we have had some scattered storms in places across the area lately it hasn’t been as wide of coverage as normal. This is primarily due to some slightly drier air that has slipped in. We will see some additional moisture move in and this will allow for more scattered afternoon and evening storms through the weekend.
Rays reportedly open to trading 3 All-Star hitters
Tell Eliot Ness to beat it because there may be no untouchables on the Tampa Bay Rays’ roster. Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported on Thursday that the Rays will listen to offers on Randy Arozarena, Yandy Diaz, and Isaac Paredes in “the right deal” ahead of the July 30 trade deadline. Morosi also says... The post Rays reportedly open to trading 3 All-Star hitters appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
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