Daily Briefing: Private developer sees opportunity at Sarasota's Ken Thompson Park

Proposal brought by developer with tie to Erik Arroyo to develop Ken Thompson Park under consideration by Sarasota, despite public backlash. ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ Advertisement [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( | [Horoscopes]( [Read in browser]( The Daily Briefing YOUR MORNING NEWS ROUNDUP Tue Mar 19 2024 [Private developer sees opportunity at Sarasota's Ken Thompson Park]( [Ken Thompson Park a ideal place overlooking Sarasota. Canoe and kayak launches, leashed pets permitted, a fishing pier, picnic area, drinking fountain, playground, boat ramp, electric vehicle charger, walking paths, and restrooms are open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.]( Proposal brought by developer with tie to Erik Arroyo to develop Ken Thompson Park under consideration by Sarasota, despite public backlash. [READ MORE]( [Recently appointed trustees of New College of Florida, Jason "Eddie" Speir answers a question from a student during a public meeting with students Wednesday afternoon on campus.]( [Eddie Speir appears to violate tax law in congressional campaign]( His campaign is headquartered at the same address as his nonprofit Christian private school. [READ MORE]( [A man and a woman eating pizza]( [Vote for best pizza restaurant Final Four winners in Sarasota-Manatee]( Winners from last week must now compete for the Final Four. Vote now for best pizza restaurant in Sarasota and Bradenton! [READ MORE]( [Venice High wrestler Milana Borrelli tosses Coach Jeremie Cook after winning her second state championship in the 120-pound weight class at the FHSAA State Championships on March 2 at Silver Spurs Arena in Kissimmee.]( [Female wrestler puts Venice High on the map with another state title]( Transfer from Lake Nona High, Borrelli goes undefeated against girls and beat most boys in her first season wrestling at Venice High [READ MORE]( [From left Jonathan Fielding, Dekyi Rongé, Alex Pelletier and Gregg Weiner play two couples who get into a dispute over the gift of a dog.]( [A dog strains friendships in Urbanite world premiere ‘Westminster’]( Brenda Withers won the 2023 Urbanite Theatre Modern Works Festival and returns for the world premiere of her play in which a dog tests friendships. [READ MORE]( Advertisement TRENDING STORIES 1 [Sarasota seafood restaurant makes Yelp's Top 100 in U.S. list]( A popular Sarasota seafood restaurant with waterfront views has been named one of the best in the country. Here's ... [READ MORE]( 2 [Is it time to say, 'Good riddance' to Sarasota and Florida?]( A resident of 28 years writes that it's just a matter of time before she leaves Florida - and she offers a "Good ... [READ MORE]( 3 [Sarasota restaurant's pie is best in Florida according to Yelp]( Craving a delicious slice of pie? This Sarasota restaurant serves the best in Florida, according to Yelp. [READ MORE]( 4 [For subscribers] [Legacy Golf Club in Lakewood Ranch will go private after acquisition]( A Virginia-based company now controls four golf courses located in Lakewood Ranch, including a public course which ... [READ MORE]( 5 [For subscribers] [Downtown Sarasota boom: $780 million of construction projects]( The sites under construction or planned for the near future could add more residents to downtown Sarasota than at ... [READ MORE]( Advertisement Vote with Confidence This 7-day newsletter course will help you be an informed voter before Nov. 5. [SIGN UP NOW]( SUBSCRIBE TODAY Our Reporting. Your Stories. Full access to subscriber-only content on all devices. Share bonus subscription with a family member or friend. The universal eNewspaper, the digital version of our print paper, plus bonus monthly magazines and hundreds of local papers. Original reporting of our hometown teams, from high school sports to the pros. [Unlock news for $1]( [SUBSCRIBE TODAY]( [Newsletters]( | [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( Follow Us Problem viewing email? [View in browser]( [Unsubscribe]( • [Manage Newsletters]( • [Terms of Service]( • [Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights]( • [Privacy Notice]( • [Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy]( • [Feedback](