Both campaigns have attacked the other for presumed failures in hurricane recovery. Whatley pointed to Cooper's work on Florence and Matthew, Cooper to Whatley's role in Helene recovery.

Residents urge city council to expedite permitting for hurricane-related repairs and rebuilding.

City of Sarasota hears multiple cases regarding hurricane-related building code compliance.

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City officials discuss ongoing building code violations and permit issues from hurricane damage.

County staff detail timeline and challenges for restoring the historically designated Hermitage campus.

Buxton residents seek state and federal support for hurricane recovery and coastal protection.

Sarasota dismisses fines after code violation corrected for hurricane-damaged carport.

Walsh aims to secure contractor and permit for hurricane repair work within three weeks.

Sarasota dismisses two building code violation cases after compliance inspections confirm repairs.

Stephanie joins the board and discusses hurricane damage and park projects.

Merlin Leuitt discusses project management for hurricane damage at Eleanor High School.

Congressman Clay Higgins is touring the flood damage in Texas as the death toll rises, with 109 confirmed deaths and 161 people still missing, and the state and federal response is providing relief and supplies to help the recovery.

Fairhope, Alabama thefairhopetimes.blogspot.com      New clubhouse.   STILL RECOVERING FROM SALLY Vertical construction of the new American Legion Post 199 clubhouse has begun on the bluff at 700 S. Mobile Street; the old building in front was heavily damaged by hurricane Sally in 2020. Fundraising is still ongoing for both; the post is currently closed to the public but members have access to a small temporary office on the grounds.  Completion later this summer. From their gofundme page (click): "Post 199 - The Vision: First, up front, we have not lost sight of our original vision for the historical main building to be retained and restored, as desired by not only our membership, but the community as well. Since the early 1900’s, the building has been a landmark and of vital importance to the essence of the Eastern Shore. We haven’t and will not quit. We will realize the vision of a beautifully restored historic building. However: We are breaking our vision down into a much more attainable manner. The Post 199 Revitalization Plan has been adjusted to reflect the membership’s goal to fulfill our immediate and future needs in a phased approach: • PHASE I: NEW SINGLE-STORY BUILDING will enable the revenue stabilization of our Post and achieve PMC (Partially Mission Capable) for our core and enhanced missions.   • Phase II: HISTORICAL BUILDING REVITALIZATION will enable our post to become FMC (Fully Mission Capable) and fully support our “Enhanced Mission” as well."         http://feeds.feedburner.com/TheFairhopeTimes

Clownfish Restaurant seeks commercial planned development rezoning for Salty Crab's reconstruction post-hurricane.

Saint Pete Beach cites Milad Musapana for property maintenance violations and fines pending compliance.

City officials report improved utility billing response and ongoing hurricane debris removal efforts.

Officials outline funding challenges and plans ahead of new hurricane season.

Commissioner Robinson expresses concerns over fairness of reduced building permit fees for late applicants.

Woodfin Council prioritizes operational efficiencies and budget planning amid hurricane recovery efforts.

Many students flocked to sandy beaches for spring break. Nevertheless, a dedicated group from the University of North Carolina spent their week knee-deep in debris. They were rebuilding hope in Marsha...

Many students flocked to sandy beaches for spring break. Nevertheless, a dedicated group from the University of North Carolina spent their week knee-deep in debris. They were rebuilding hope in Marsha...

Finance director Devin Schmidt joins St. Petersburg to aid municipal initiatives and software implementation.