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Waechter formally charged in identity theft case

One of the region's most powerful political players could face up to five years in prison if convicted.... Read more »

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Sarasota city election turnout hits a new low

Only 17 percent of voters cast ballots... Read more »

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Fundraising questioned in Sarasota City Commission election

Critics say entrepreneur Jesse Biter has not properly disclosed his group's finances.... Read more »

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County Commission rejects Jon Thaxton for planning board

Former Sarasota County commissioner hoped for slot on volunteer panel.... Read more »

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Waechter settles identity theft case with FEC

An alleged attempt to embarrass a political rival has instead cost a former Sarasota Republican Party boss $5,000, while he still faces up to five years in prison.Bob WaechterFormer party chairman Bob...

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A raised ceiling for campaign contributions

Potential boon for incumbents and lobbyists.... Read more »

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Wallace: Spending plan light on polarizing issues

TALLAHASSEE — Everything that happens — or doesn’t — in the Florida Legislature’s annual spring session can be viewed through the prism of the state’s hotly contested gubernatorial race between Gov....

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Lawrence joins race for Buchanan's seat

 If U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan is going to win a fifth term in Congress, he’s going to have to beat his biggest Democratic opponent yet — physically speaking, anway.Former NFL offensive lineman Henry...

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Three now vying for open Sarasota school board seat

Sarasota School Board candidate Ken MarshThe list of candidates hoping to win a suddenly vacant seat on the Sarasota County School Board continues to grow.Longboat Key retiree Ken Marsh is the third...

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School board, county commission, state legislature races set in Sarasota and...

Rarely have Sarasota and Manatee counties faced so many competitive races for county commission, school board and other local offices.(Associated Press archive)When the period to qualify ended at noon...

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2050 plan divides county candidates

Of the few issues separating Sarasota County commission candidates Paul Caragiulo and Shannon Snyder, the future of growth in Sarasota County may be the most important.They have taken opposing views on...

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Extra tax an issue in School Board forum

SARASOTAThe candidates’ voting record on Sarasota County’s option school tax referendum has become a dividing issue for the eight contenders for the Sarasota County School Board.In March, about 77...

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As absentee balloting begins, campaigns ramp up efforts

Election Day already is here for a record 70,000 voters in Sarasota and Manatee counties, thanks in part to relaxed absentee ballot laws that have changed political campaigns.Instead of waiting until...

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District 72 candidates square off

They agreed on accepting federal money for Medicaid expansion in some form, on not increasing firearm background checks and on speedier restoration of voting rights for felons.The candidates for the...

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Wallace: After bitter primary, Gonzalez buries the hatchet

After surviving the nastiest, most expensive Republican primary battle in the state for a seat in the Legislature this year, few would blame Julio Gonzalez for carrying a bit of grudge against those...

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Political notebook: Leadership landscape very much in flux

Sarasota and Manatee counties could be on the cusp of a major political shakeup in 2015.State Sen. Nancy Detert, R-Venice, confirmed that she is at least considering the prospect of running for the...

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Rep. Darryl Rouson's son is arrested

Daniel Rouson, 20, is accused of aggravated assault and grand theft.... Read more »

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Political notebook: Venice Republican lawmaker backs push for abortion measure

New state Rep. Julio Gonzalez is wasting no time proving he is going to be a committed opponent of abortion rights. The Venice Republican has joined as a co-sponsor of a bill similar to a Texas law...

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Sarasota's direction hinges on vote

  SARASOTA — Less than four months ago, the City Commission reversed direction with the appointment of two new members. Champions of neighborhood groups, once the minority on the board, gained power...

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Wallace: Incumbents have edge in home stretch

Going into the final weeks of the campaign, the two incumbents seeking re-election to the Sarasota City Commission have a clear financial advantage over their opponents. District 2 incumbent Eileen...

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