Sarasota County celebrates National Public Lands Day and Take a Child Outside Week on Sept. 27

09/12/2025 8:00 AM

Community invited to provide feedback on local mitigation strategies

From Sept. 10-24, you can provide feedback about what concerns you most, as well as your vulnerabilities to hazards and what types of projects you’d like to see in action.

09/10/2025 11:00 AM

Resilient SRQ Invites Applications for Infrastructure, Public Facilities and Dredging Programs

Resilient SRQ Invites Public Entities to Apply for the Infrastructure and Public Facilities and Dredging of Major Waterways Programs

09/08/2025 12:00 PM

Community invited to learn about Blackburn Point Bridge Project Development and Environment Study

Sarasota County invites the community to learn about and provide feedback on the Blackburn Point Bridge Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 19 in Osprey.

08/15/2025 9:00 AM

Community invited to learn about fire protection services, assessment rates

Sarasota County invites the public to learn about updated fire assessment proposed rates for Fiscal Year 2026.

08/14/2025 9:00 AM

Lifeguard rescues two caught in rip current

Off-duty Sarasota County Fire Department Lifeguard Landon Lacy rescued two swimmers more than 150 yards into the Gulf on May 30.

07/31/2025 12:00 PM

Sarasota County Fire Department Receives Equipment Grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation

Sarasota County Fire Department recently received a $39,982 grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation® to purchase a Polaris Ranger Crew 1000 utility task vehicle (UTV) with emergency lighting, patient transport equipment, winch and other accessories.

07/02/2025 1:30 PM

Sarasota County Fire Department recognized for heart attack, stroke care

The Sarasota County Fire Department (SCFD) again earned national recognition from the American Heart Association, receiving the 2025 Mission: Lifeline® EMS - Gold with Target: Heart Attack Honor Role and the new Target: Stroke Honor Roll.

06/16/2025 1:00 PM

‘Agents of Discovery’ Outdoor Exploration app Launches at County Parks

Explore nature-based missions on the free Agents of Discovery app, an interactive way for families to turn screen time into opportunities to explore the outdoors while learning and having fun.

06/03/2025 5:00 PM

Residents should take action now to prepare for hurricane season

Sarasota County Emergency Management urges the community to take steps now to make their plans and prepare for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.

05/29/2025 1:30 PM

SCFD Lifeguard presented United States Lifesaving Association National Medal of Valor

Sarasota County Fire Department Lifeguard Mariano Martinez was recognized with the National Medal of Valor by the United States Lifesaving Association and named Lifeguard of the Year by the Florida Beach Patrol Chiefs Association.

05/27/2025 9:00 AM

Sarasota County Fire Department internationally recognized for excellence in emergency cardiac care

The Sarasota County Fire Department (SCFD) has been internationally recognized for excellence in emergency cardiac care, earning the Heart Safe Community award for a large community from the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC).

05/07/2025 1:00 PM

SCFD Achieves Gold-Tier Status in Florida Prehospital Pediatric Readiness Recognition Program

The Sarasota County Fire Department (SCFD) was named a PEDReady Gold-Tier recipient in the Florida Prehospital Pediatric Readiness Recognition Program.

05/05/2025 12:00 PM

Speakers announced for Community Conversations on Hurricane Preparedness

Speakers from local, state and federal experts will lead the Community Conversation: Hurricane Preparedness on Thursday, May 8.

05/01/2025 12:30 PM

Sarasota County Watershed Master Plan updates completed

The Sarasota County Stormwater Division of Public Works has updated the Watershed Master Plan and is sharing it with the community. A public presentation is scheduled for 6 p.m. Thursday, May 1, via Zoom.

04/28/2025 3:17 PM

Sarasota County to host Community Conversations on Hurricane Preparedness

Community members are invited to a Community Conversation on Hurricane Preparedness with Sarasota County and partners from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday, May 8, at Riverview High School, 1 Ram Way, Sarasota. Registration is encouraged.

04/08/2025 2:00 PM

Sarasota County projects manage invasive plants efforts with help from grant funding

03/31/2025 8:15 AM

Burn ban in effect for Sarasota County

A burn ban is currently in effect as of March 26, 2025 for Sarasota County due to local drought conditions and an increased chance of fire hazards.

03/26/2025 8:30 AM