USA Today Florida Network recruiting reporters Jon Santucci and Nick Wilson discuss Kickoff Classic highlights and the Week 1 poll.

VENICE — The Sarasota High golf team won the 20-team John Ryan Venice Invitational held at Capril Isles in Venice with a score of 290 on Monday, Aug. 18, 2025., TheLakewood Ranch Green Team came in ...

Is your local government building not ... visually appealing? This survey ranked the top 100 "ugliest" in the US.

Manatee County Sheriff Rick Wells shared footage that shows him coming upon a steep embankment at an uncontrollable sprint before landing in a pond.

Travis Hunter has been advertised as a wide receiver and cornerback, but how much will do both for the Jacksonville Jaguars?

A Sarasota city committee has recommended both refurbishments to the Van Wezel and an "accelerated" process for a new arts center.

Jacksonville Jaguars beat reporter Demetrius Harvey breaks down the 17th day of training camp and what's ahead for joint practices.

As they enter their 50th season, the Bucs are celebrating the 50 best players in their history - even reaching out to a writer who covered some bad teams.

Former Florida football coach Urban Meyer, who led UF to its last two national titles, meets the criteria for Ring of Honor induction. But should he be?

IMG Academy beat The First Academy in the Kickoff Classic and retained the top spot, but Miami Northwestern closes the gap after beating Lakeland.

The Houston Astros meet the Detroit Tigers as the AL foes battle in the middle contest of a 3-game series Tuesday.

From a Labor Day parade to a tropical fest, Oktoberfest and beach party — here’s what’s on tap this September in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte.