Episode 344: WSLR News Fri., May 2, 2025: The Van Wezel and climate change; Piccolo Jr.; Synia Carroll R.I.P.

What should happen to Sarasota’s Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall? The climate change expert on the panel that will make recommendations to the city commission issued what looks like a death penalty.Then: How did Fred Piccolo Jr. avoid arrest and get hired for a high-profile job at a public university? Suncoast Searchlight reporter Alice Herman offers more details.Finally: Synia Carroll passed away in March. Ramon Lopez watched and listened at the jazz musician’s recent memorial service.