The Venice Gondolier Sun Editorials

The news that Florida leads the nation in the number of people who have signed up for insurance through the Affordable Care Act should be no surprise to anyone familiar with Florida politics. Federal statistics released this week show that … Find out how to read more online.

Wed Feb 25 2015 08:30AM

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Walked in his shoes? Then you don’t know
Wed Feb 25 2015 08:31AM

“Before judging anyone, walk a mile in their shoes.” My grandfather said this often when others would comment to him concerning people’s behavior. As a kid listening as he spoke to the few people he allowed close to him, I … Find out how to read more online.

Wed Feb 25 2015 08:30AM

Stop Showing Pity. I refuse to be concerned anymore when I read about world-class skiers preparing for the Olympics or other championships, falling and breaking a leg, crushing their chest or some extremely serious accident. They choose to come down … Find out how to read more online.

Fire pension fix a work in progress
Sat Feb 21 2015 02:44PM

There are at least as many possible ways to pay down the Venice firefighters pension shortfall as there are Venice City Council members. That’s good news, to the extent that a fix might not involve a tax increase, which everyone … Find out how to read more online.

Sat Feb 21 2015 02:44PM

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Sat Feb 21 2015 02:42PM

No To Nose Blowing. I’ve been a resident of Venice for 15 years. My experience of Venice has been — why are men blowing their nose at the dinner table? We’re having breakfast and some individual is blowing his snot … Find out how to read more online.

Amazing to see ‘YMCA Reads!’ in action
Sat Feb 21 2015 02:42PM

As the president and CEO of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, hearing about the good work made possible in South County by nonprofit staff, board members and volunteers is music to my ears. But getting out of the office … Find out how to read more online.

Best advertisement for us? Boston buried in snow
Wed Feb 18 2015 02:34PM

O ne phrase this time of year is certain to warm the passions of any baseball fan: Pitchers and catchers report. New Englanders, fresh from their Super Bowl victory, will soon turn their attention south to the Red Sox training … Find out how to read more online.

Wed Feb 18 2015 12:56PM

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Wed Feb 18 2015 12:56PM

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Attend a fashion show, make a gang
Wed Feb 18 2015 12:56PM

As it goes in my travels throughout this fair village, I went to a fashion show and a new notorious gang was formed. On Friday, Feb. 13, the Venice Main Street Annual Fashion Show was held at the Plantation Golf … Find out how to read more online.

Wed Feb 18 2015 12:54PM

Editor’s Note: We have received a few phone calls from people saying we got their words wrong in their Let ’Em Have It calls. Please make sure to speak slowly and clearly when you call in. There are some calls … Find out how to read more online.

The Braves in Venice? Oh, we can dream
Wed Feb 11 2015 08:44AM

T his just in from the press box: Sources told media outlets last week that Venice is among the cities being considered by the Atlanta Braves for their next spring training site. Holy cow! Seems the club is thinking of … Find out how to read more online.

Wed Feb 11 2015 08:44AM

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When fishing is more than just fishing
Wed Feb 11 2015 08:44AM

He and I have been fishing together since he could hold a pole in his little hands. His first catch is a permanent video in my brain that plays every time I see that young man. We started fishing together … Find out how to read more online.

Wed Feb 11 2015 08:42AM

Don’t abandon the bandshell just yet
Mon Feb 9 2015 12:16PM

We love live music. Whether it’s free concerts at the gazebo downtown, bands at bars and restaurants, community events that feature or are centered around music, visiting acts at Venice Theatre or concerts at the Venice Performing Arts Center, people … Find out how to read more online.

Mon Feb 9 2015 12:16PM

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Mon Feb 9 2015 12:16PM

Editor’s Note: We have received a few phone calls from people saying we got their words wrong in their Let ’em Have It calls. Please make sure to speak slowly and clearly when you call in. There are some calls … Find out how to read more online.

What the county Comp Plan means to you
Mon Feb 9 2015 12:16PM

The Sarasota County Comprehensive Plan guides the county’s decision-making and the wise investments of resources in the unincorporated areas of the county. Sarasota County is beginning an effort to update this important, overarching plan to reflect changes to our community … Find out how to read more online.

We can wait for new park on Myakka River
Wed Feb 4 2015 11:08AM

Sarasota County commissioners approved a plan last week for developing what we expect to become an extremely popular waterfront park on the Myakka River. Senator Bob Johnson’s Landing was purchased for approximately $2 million in 2009 through the county’s Neighborhood … Find out how to read more online.

Wed Feb 4 2015 11:08AM

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Wed Feb 4 2015 11:06AM

Tina’s Tips Were Timely. Thank you for Nurse Tina’s article in the Well-Being section of the Gondolier Sun . I am a caregiver to two elderly people. Nurse Tina’s suggestion of making their daily routine easier for both them and … Find out how to read more online.

Forget punditry: Scott matters because results matter
Wed Feb 4 2015 11:06AM

The loss of Gov. Rick Scott’s candidate for chairman of the Republican Party of Florida has spawned a lot of punditry minimizing his importance. But Scott is actually more important than ever. He is creating a road map to victory … Find out how to read more online.

Sun Feb 1 2015 10:30AM

I carry a gun to beach because of dogs Editor: The pit bull attack on the beach illustrates the reason I carry a gun and my concealed weapons permit when I go to the beach. Inconsiderate dog owners let their … Find out how to read more online.

Maybe we can get officers in elementary schools
Sun Feb 1 2015 10:30AM

The city of Venice floated a trial balloon recently that crashed with a quiet thud just inches off the launch pad. At a recent meeting with Sarasota County school officials, Assistant City Manager Len Bramble was given the unenviable assignment … Find out how to read more online.

Sun Feb 1 2015 10:30AM

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Don’t be a hypocrite about majority rule
Sun Feb 1 2015 10:28AM

A recent Let ’em Have It caller spoke up in favor of the city of Venice displaying the motto “In God We Trust” at City Hall, saying, “Why don’t you have a backbone and stand up for the majority of … Find out how to read more online.

Even with limited vision, I could see the joy
Sun Feb 1 2015 10:28AM

And welcome to the New Year. I must say, the holidays were exceptionally active in December with all the luncheon parties, shopping with friends, visiting family, parades, and seeing the glimmering lights all over town. Even with my limited vision, … Find out how to read more online.

Combining fire departments should be explored
Sun Feb 1 2015 10:28AM

Venice residents and businesses have always expected the Venice government to operate at low costs and provide a high level of citizen satisfaction. The problem has been that local politics often become an obstacle in representing what the citizens expect. … Find out how to read more online.

Benderson Park wants more money. Gulp.
Wed Jan 28 2015 10:42AM

The good news recently from the people who operate Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota was that more than 40 events will be held at the rowing lake this year. The place is busy. Crew teams from Harvard, Columbia and Yale … Find out how to read more online.

Wed Jan 28 2015 10:42AM

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‘Fire and ice’ highlighted Best of Venice event
Wed Jan 28 2015 10:42AM

The biggest business celebration in town just keeps on getting better each year. On Saturday, Jan. 24, at 5 p.m., the staff from the Venice Gondolier Sun opened Plantation Golf and Country Club’s doors to almost 500 of our friends. … Find out how to read more online.

Wed Jan 28 2015 10:40AM

Maybe Miami for a Garage. This issue of a garage in Venice has come up again. I’m surprised that no one has ever considered the parking lot on West Miami Avenue. I don’t know why you couldn’t put a two-story … Find out how to read more online.

Absence makes the council grow contentious
Sat Jan 24 2015 02:24PM

One of the nice things about Venice City Council meetings is that even when the members have diametrically opposite viewpoints, they can leave their feelings out of the debate. But that didn’t seem to be the case at their Jan. … Find out how to read more online.

Sat Jan 24 2015 02:24PM

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Sat Jan 24 2015 02:20PM

Dogs and Politics. Here’s what I wonder about Republicans and Democrats. Why do Republicans buy pedigree dogs and Democrats go to the shelters and rescue doggies. It’s very important to give doggies homes. McDonald’s Orders. I lived in New York … Find out how to read more online.

Valentine’s Day...or a rock pile?
Sat Jan 24 2015 02:20PM

It’s hard to believe that Valentine’s Day is less than a month away. I guess I should have realized this day of love, roses, and chocolate consumption, otherwise known as a day for remembering one’s sweetheart, was just around the … Find out how to read more online.

Legislature must focus on health care
Wed Jan 21 2015 10:52AM

Florida could lose up to $11.3 billion in federal funding this coming year if it does not change its policy on health care. The first $1.3 billion in federal funds are used now to compensate hospitals and providers for care … Find out how to read more online.

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