SARASOTA COUNTY - Sarasota County Acting Fire Chief Mike Hartley has issued a countywide recreational burn ban effective immediately due to the dry weather conditions and an increased chance of wildfires. In accordance with Sarasota County's open burning ordinance, the mandatory burn ban will remain in effect until weather conditions change and the chance of wildfire … [Read more...] about Dry conditions prompt Sarasota County Fire Department to issue recreational burn ban
Economic Development, Government
Business Workshops From the FSBDCN Pinellas County
Upcoming Workshops See what's happening this month.Contact InformationRequest Counseling Appointment (727) 453-7200 13805 58th Street N.Suite 1-200 Clearwater, FL 33760 Join Our Mailing ListThe Florida Small Business Development Center Network at Pinellas County offers business training, counseling, referrals and resources. Workshops fill quickly and advanced registration is … [Read more...] about Business Workshops From the FSBDCN Pinellas County
CareerSource Pinellas announces board vacancies for businesses owners and executives
The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners is accepting applications for appointments to the CareerSource Pinellas (CSPin) Board of Directors for a two-year volunteer term. The ideal applicants will have an executive or owner-level position with a company located in Pinellas County. CareerSource Pinellas fosters Pinellas County’s economic development and delivers … [Read more...] about CareerSource Pinellas announces board vacancies for businesses owners and executives
Sarasota County’s OnDemand ride-sharing service rolling to an early success
SARASOTA COUNTY - Sarasota County Area Transit’s (SCAT) OnDemand service has carried thousands of passengers in less than a year, a success that has proven that new transportation alternatives provided cost efficiencies for the community. Launched in June 2021, this mobility option focuses on four specific zones that cater to residents and visitors alike. Those zones - North … [Read more...] about Sarasota County’s OnDemand ride-sharing service rolling to an early success
Goodwill Manasota releases 2021 impact numbers
SARASOTA/BRADENTON, FL – Goodwill Manasota has released its program numbers for 2021 and the data shows record-breaking impact of $91,039,000 – an increase of $10 million over last year – for the nonprofit organization, which serves Sarasota, Manatee, DeSoto and Hardee counties. Goodwill’s impact is determined through gross receipts for goods and services generated in the … [Read more...] about Goodwill Manasota releases 2021 impact numbers