Daily Briefing: Plan would turn Sarasota golf course into green project, not 106 homes

The 49-acre former executive golf course is one of several that could help stormwater improvement. Advertisement [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( | [Horoscopes]( [Read in browser]( [Read in browser]( The Daily Briefing YOUR MORNING NEWS ROUNDUP Tue Nov 7 2023 [Plan would turn Sarasota golf course into green project, not 106 homes]( [Gulf Gate residents appeal to the Sarasota County Commission to buy the former Gulf Gate Golf Course for use as a stormwater treatment facility akin to the Celery Fields. THOMAS BENDER/HERALD-TRIBUNE]( The 49-acre former executive golf course is one of several that could help stormwater improvement. [READ MORE]( [Corned beef on rye at The Original Wolfie’s & Rascal House at 1420 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota.]( [Sarasota restaurant closes temporarily two days after opening]( One of the biggest Sarasota restaurant openings of the year occurred last week. However, just two days later, the business had closed its doors. [READ MORE]( [The 36th Annual Sarasota Holiday Boat Parade of Lights brings out thousands of spectators who line the shores of Sarasota Bay from Centennial Park to Bayfront Park. Winners were Private 21-35' 1st Place: Bound-n-Blue | Eric Clayton, 2nd Place: Prana | Richard Dear Private 36' and Over 1st Place: My Best Life | Kyle Fraley, 2nd Place: Pamalo | Greg Budslick Corporate 21-35' 1st Place: Turtle Beach Grill | Abel Ortega, 2nd Place: Slip-N-Slide | Demetri Thomas Corporate 36' and Over, 1st Place: Atlantic Attitude | John Springhetti, 2nd Place: LeBarge | Ryan Parker and Most Creative Tuff Tiki | Bill Hogan.]( [Top Christmas, winter holiday events in Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte]( Holiday parades — both on land or by boat — light shows, chances to meet Santa and more winter season fun in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties. [READ MORE]( [PigFish, a new restaurant focused on fish sandwiches and sustainable seafood co-founded by Steve Phelps, owner/chef of the acclaimed Sarasota restaurant Indigenous, hopes to open in early November.]( [Acclaimed Sarasota chef's new restaurant open in brewery's new taproom]( The new restaurant from the two-time James Beard Awards semi-finalist features a focus on sustainable seafood and fish sandwiches. [READ MORE]( [LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 28: Republican presidential candidate Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during the Republican Jewish Coalition's Annual Leadership Summit at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas on October 28, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The summit features the top GOP presidential candidates who will face their first test on the road to the Republican nomination with the Iowa Caucuses on January 15, 2024.]( [Letters: Floridians love Ron DeSantis' leadership. So why does the press hate him so much?]( Media members who criticize Ron DeSantis ignore the fact that he remains a popular governor who was overwhelmingly reelected by Floridians last year. [READ MORE]( Advertisement TRENDING STORIES 1 [One Florida stop added for the Eagles' farewell tour. Here's where]( We're not getting snubbed after all! The Eagles' farewell tour added more stops, including a 2024 date in ... [READ MORE]( 2 [For subscribers] [Inspections: Live roach found at Sarasota area restaurant]( See which Sarasota and Bradenton area restaurants passed with flying colors, and which didn't pass first ... [READ MORE]( 3 [For subscribers] [New nonstop flight begins at SRQ airport]( It's the third nonstop route for Avelo Airlines at the Sarasota airport. [READ MORE]( 4 [For subscribers] [Bay Park Conservancy loses new CEO; founder back in familiar role]( Stephanie Crockatt leaves the organization tasked with creating a world-class park in downtown Sarasota. [READ MORE]( 5 [For subscribers] [Attorneys weigh in on issues as 'Take Care of Maya' trial winds down]( Lawyers are expected to rest their cases next week, with the jury beginning deliberations. [READ MORE]( Sign up for the news you want Exclusive newsletters are part of your subscription, don’t miss out! We’re always working to add benefits for subscribers like you. [SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔]( [SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔]( Advertisement Love where you work? Get your organization awarded as an employer of choice by USA TODAY. Participation is easy. [NOMINATE NOW]( [NOMINATE 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]( 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](