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Palmetto Firefighter Finds Strength in His Son’s Resilience While Battling Stage 3 Colon Cancer

Monday, July 20

Chad Ballard has spent seven years running into burning buildings and answering emergency calls with the North River Fire Department in Palmetto. He’s the kind of person who puts others before himself—it’s in his DNA. So when he received a stage 3 colon cancer... Read More.

Hospital Patient Arrested After Assaulting Nurse: The Growing Crisis of Healthcare Worker Safety

Monday, July 20

A 64-year-old patient at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville, North Carolina is facing serious felony charges after attacking a nurse who was simply trying to do her job. According to reports, Reginald Jones became disruptive while hospitalized, yelling at medical staff and attempting... Read More.

Two Service Members Identified in Iranian Attack; U.S. Military Deaths Reach 17

Monday, July 20

The Pentagon has identified two U.S. service members killed in Friday’s Iranian missile and drone attack on a military base in Jordan. 1st Lieutenant Tyler James Feehan, 25, from Hawaii, and 19-year-old Private Isabella Gonzales from Texas, lost their lives in the coordinated assault.... Read More.

800 Volunteers Needed: How You Can Help All Faiths Food Bank Combat Summer Hunger in Sarasota

Monday, July 20

All Faiths Food Bank is facing one of its busiest seasons, and they’re asking the Suncoast community to step up. From May through September, the organization needs approximately 800 volunteers to staff 60 outdoor mobile food pantries across Sarasota and DeSoto counties. The mission... Read More.

North Port Dog Park Attack Sparks Safety Debate: Should Cameras Be Required?

Monday, July 20

A tragedy at the Canine Club dog park in North Port has reignited conversations about pet safety in shared public spaces. Saturday’s fatal attack, in which one dog killed another after escaping its collar, has prompted the victim’s owner to advocate for security camera... Read More.

North River Firefighter Battles Stage Three Colon Cancer: Community Support on the Suncoast

Monday, July 20

When Chad Ballard, a firefighter at North River, noticed blood in his stool two months ago, he made a decision that likely saved his life—he got it checked. A colonoscopy revealed stage three colon cancer, and subsequent surgery showed the cancer had spread to... Read More.

Sarasota Police Seek Witnesses in Booker High School Parking Lot Shooting Investigation

Monday, July 20

The Sarasota Police Department is actively investigating a shooting that occurred in the parking lot of Booker High School on Saturday during a youth football event. Law enforcement and school officials released a joint statement clarifying that the incident was not connected to students,... Read More.

Booker High School Shooting Investigation Underway; Sarasota Police Seek Witnesses

Monday, July 20

Sarasota Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Saturday in the Booker High School parking lot during a youth football event. The incident has prompted law enforcement to issue a public appeal for anyone with information or who may have witnessed the shooting to... Read More.

Holmes Beach Raises Stormwater Fees: Here’s What You Need to Know About Drainage Improvements

Monday, July 20

Holmes Beach residents will see an increase in their stormwater fees following a recent city commission vote designed to generate $430,000 in additional revenue for drainage improvements. The move addresses a persistent problem affecting neighborhoods across the city: recurring flooding that occurs during heavy... Read More.

Sarasota Residents Rally Against 72-Unit Development on U.S. 41: Traffic and Growth Concerns Heat Up

Monday, July 20

Sarasota’s ongoing growth story took a turn Monday when neighbors gathered to protest a proposed 72-unit residential development planned for the former Primo Restaurant location on U.S. 41. Sitting directly across from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, the project has sparked community concerns about traffic, safety,... Read More.

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Palmetto Firefighter Finds Strength in His Son’s Resilience While Battling Stage 3 Colon Cancer

Hospital Patient Arrested After Assaulting Nurse: The Growing Crisis of Healthcare Worker Safety

Two Service Members Identified in Iranian Attack; U.S. Military Deaths Reach 17

800 Volunteers Needed: How You Can Help All Faiths Food Bank Combat Summer Hunger in Sarasota

North Port Dog Park Attack Sparks Safety Debate: Should Cameras Be Required?

North River Firefighter Battles Stage Three Colon Cancer: Community Support on the Suncoast

Sarasota Police Seek Witnesses in Booker High School Parking Lot Shooting Investigation

Booker High School Shooting Investigation Underway; Sarasota Police Seek Witnesses

Holmes Beach Raises Stormwater Fees: Here’s What You Need to Know About Drainage Improvements

Sarasota Residents Rally Against 72-Unit Development on U.S. 41: Traffic and Growth Concerns Heat Up

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