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Beat the Heat: Indoor Dog Exercise Tips from Sarasota’s Dogs Inc

Tuesday, July 21

When temperatures soar above ninety-five degrees on the Gulf Coast, outdoor dog exercise becomes nearly impossible. Your pup still needs activity and mental stimulation, though, and that’s where Dogs Inc in Sarasota steps in with practical solutions. The nonprofit’s canine fitness program emphasizes that... Read More.

Major Meth Bust Uncovers 222 Grams of Methamphetamine and Firearm in Charlotte County Traffic Stop

Tuesday, July 21

What started as a routine traffic violation on Saturday afternoon in Charlotte County ended with one of the most significant drug trafficking arrests in recent memory. A deputy conducting a standard traffic stop for a traffic infraction quickly discovered that Mark A. Johnson, 45,... Read More.

Tropical Storm Bertha Strengthens Then Faces Weakening: What It Means for the Suncoast Today

Tuesday, July 21

Tropical Storm Bertha spent the night getting stronger, with sustained winds climbing to around 60 miles per hour according to hurricane hunter aircraft detecting lower pressure and increased wind speeds. The storm is currently positioned in the eastern Gulf and moving slowly north-northwest at... Read More.

Dog Park Safety on the Suncoast: What Happened in North Port and What We Need to Change

Tuesday, July 21

Saturday’s attack at the Canine Club dog park in North Port has dog owners across the Suncoast asking critical questions about safety at public pet spaces. Robert Turnberger watched as one of three pit bulls tied to a bench managed to slip out of... Read More.

Get Paid to Run Elections: Sarasota County Poll Worker Positions Open Now

Tuesday, July 21

Sarasota County’s election office is on a recruitment drive, and they’re looking for about a thousand people to staff the August 18 primary election. If you’re a registered voter in the county and you’re looking for a way to do something meaningful while getting... Read More.

Court Challenge to Fishback’s Gubernatorial Eligibility: What Florida’s Residency Requirement Really Means

Tuesday, July 21

The 2026 Florida gubernatorial race took an unexpected turn today when a Leon County Circuit Court hearing began examining whether Republican candidate James Fishback legally qualifies to run for governor. The challenge, filed by current Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins, centers on a specific requirement... Read More.

Sex Offender Employed at South Carolina Church Academy: What Parents Need to Know About Child Safety

Tuesday, July 21

A situation that every parent dreads has now become a criminal case in Georgetown County, South Carolina. Warren Perry, a registered sex offender prohibited from contact with minors as part of his probation, was employed as a custodian at Pawleys Island Christian Academy, a... Read More.

From USF to the SEC: How Golesh and Brown Made the Jump to Auburn

Tuesday, July 21

The Suncoast has watched plenty of great college football moments over the years, but watching local coaches and players make the leap to the SEC is something special. When Alex Golesh arrived at the University of South Florida in 2023, expectations were modest. The... Read More.

Tropical Storm Bertha Strengthens but Weakens: What Wind Shear Means for the Suncoast

Tuesday, July 21

Tropical Storm Bertha made headlines overnight with rapid strengthening, and hurricane hunters confirmed sustained winds around 50 miles per hour. But don’t let that headline scare you—the atmospheric environment is already working against this system in ways that could significantly weaken or even dissipate... Read More.

Why This 27-Year-Old’s Kratom Emergency Has Doctors Concerned About Gas Station Supplements

Tuesday, July 21

Amanda Goodsell thought she was making a smart decision. She had persistent leg pain, and her husband suggested kratom—a natural supplement available at practically every gas station and convenience store. After all, if it’s legal and sitting on shelves next to energy drinks and... Read More.

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Beat the Heat: Indoor Dog Exercise Tips from Sarasota’s Dogs Inc

Major Meth Bust Uncovers 222 Grams of Methamphetamine and Firearm in Charlotte County Traffic Stop

Tropical Storm Bertha Strengthens Then Faces Weakening: What It Means for the Suncoast Today

Dog Park Safety on the Suncoast: What Happened in North Port and What We Need to Change

Get Paid to Run Elections: Sarasota County Poll Worker Positions Open Now

Court Challenge to Fishback’s Gubernatorial Eligibility: What Florida’s Residency Requirement Really Means

Sex Offender Employed at South Carolina Church Academy: What Parents Need to Know About Child Safety

From USF to the SEC: How Golesh and Brown Made the Jump to Auburn

Tropical Storm Bertha Strengthens but Weakens: What Wind Shear Means for the Suncoast

Why This 27-Year-Old’s Kratom Emergency Has Doctors Concerned About Gas Station Supplements

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