The Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization is asking residents to weigh in on how $2 billion in transportation investments should be prioritized.

Manatee Community Foundation names Jacob Kinsel to finance post; CPC adds Venice Chief Andrew Leisenring to board; Barancik elects Jeffrey McCurdy.

Eight Sarasota restaurant openings, two closures — including a legendary Old Florida spot — and one pizza champ were reported ...