Jesse Mendoza is a Manatee County reporter at the Sarasota Herald-Tribune. He covers a range of topics including elections, government, and public policy, with a focus on regional interest and world news, as well as sports and construction. Jesse's work has been featured in notable publications such as Yahoo News, Naples Daily News, and The Florida Times-Union.
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Jesse Mendoza's coverage primarily focuses on local government, legal policies, and land deals in the Manatee County area of Florida. Given this focus, Jesse is likely to be interested in pitches related to local government announcements, legal policy developments or changes that impact the Sarasota/Manatee region.
Considering his emphasis on environmental concerns and development issues within this specific geographic area, he may be particularly responsive to stories that explore the intersection of these topics with government policy and regulations at a local level.
Jesse's reporting also includes some articles about weather but it is not as prominent as other themes. Therefore, while he might consider relevant pitches related to weather events impacting the Sarasota/Manatee region, they should not overshadow his main areas of interest which are focused around government & politics and land deals.
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The proposal comes as the city of Tampa considers its own expansion.
By: Jesse Mendoza
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee has included CD 13 among its GOP-held 'Districts in Play.'
The endorsement comes as Welch competes in a crowded and increasingly contentious race centered largely on his first-term record.
By: Jesse Mendoza
“I think Ron DeSantis is correct that there is a role for states to play. But it’s not to be creating a patchwork of different rules.'
By: Jesse Mendoza
'I think it’s really important to listen to people’s fears and understand where they’re coming from.'
By: Jesse Mendoza
'A big reason why these initiatives don’t succeed is because of leadership.'
Jordan joins a lengthy list of Republican officials and conservative organizations backing Gruters in the race to succeed retiring U.S. Rep.
By: Jesse Mendoza
The wastewater project is part of the county’s One Water Campus capital improvement program, which county staff estimate will cost approximately $1.8 billion.
By: Jesse Mendoza
Oliver urged Welch to end the Police Department's participation. The Rev. Andy Oliver is at odds with Mayor Ken Welch over immigration enforcement.
By: Jesse Mendoza
Overall, Crist holds roughly $1M across his campaign and political committee, more than 6 times Welch’s approximately $164K.
