Workforce Housing

A New Workforce Housing Development Is Headed to Bradenton

The Nest at Robin’s Apartments will see 182 residential units all priced as workforce housing.

04/25/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota This Week

Don't miss a bunch of Arbor Day activities, The Price Is Right Live at the Van Wezel, the Bradenton Punk Rock Flea and more.

04/25/2024 By John Thomason

Rosemary Rising

BaySide, a New Commercial and Residential Project, Is Headed to the Rosemary District

The project is going up just north of CitySide Apartments and will bring a restaurant, a small market and 254 long-term market-rate rental residences.

04/23/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Grant Report

Samaritan Counseling Services Receives Funding for People Recovering from Hurricane Ian

Plus, the Tidewell Foundation held its annual Linens and Love drive and more.

04/22/2024 By Staff

Fast Track

Visit Sarasota County Announces 2024 Executive Committee

Plus, architect Sarah Lyons opens her own firm and more.

04/22/2024 By Staff

Loop de Loop

A New Roundabout Is Coming to Ringling Boulevard and Pine Place

Lane closures and detours for Phase 1 are scheduled to begin April 29.

04/22/2024 By Staff

Coming Attractions

A New Concert Club Concept Bringing Big Name Talent Is Coming to Sarasota

Kicking off at McCurdy's as Music Mondays: The Master Series, WhiteLeaf Events is bringing notable live performers to intimate spaces—and ramping up for a membership-model private concert club.

04/19/2024 By Kim Doleatto

An Appreciation

The Founders of WSLR and Fogartyville Are Stepping Down. Their Impact on Sarasota Has Been Immense.

Arlene Sweeting and Dave Beaton have been community fixtures for decades. Now they're moving on.

04/18/2024 By Stacey Altherr

Rescue Mission

Mote, FWC Help Rehabilitate Distressed Smalltooth Sawfish

The two organizations stepped in after receiving reports of the animal "spinning" in Cudjoe Bay. It's the latest in a series of sightings of spinning fish in the Keys.

04/15/2024 By Staff

Champagne Wishes and Caviar Dreams

A Swanky New Champagne Bar Is Coming to Downtown Sarasota

Sugar Champagne Bar will be a nod to Roaring '20s glamour, with a full bar and small plates.

04/11/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Fast Track

Tonika Conaway, Kelly Romanoff Named Co-Chairs of First 1,000 Days Suncoast Initiative

Plus, new hires at Venice Theatre, The Pickleball Club and more.

04/08/2024 By Staff

On Pointe

Azara Ballet Folds Mental and Physical Well-Being Into the Art of Dance

Founders and dancers Kate Flowers and Martin Roosaare lead with a trauma-informed approach in a world often fraught with unrealistic expectations.

04/05/2024 By Kim Doleatto

On the Corner

A New Mixed-Use Development Is Headed to North Orange Avenue and Fourth Street

Gillespie Park is slated for new retail, condos and townhomes.

04/04/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Department of Skincare

Curious About Retinol and Retinol Alternatives? Here's What You Need to Know

Plus, skincare tips from two dermatologists.

04/03/2024 By Heather Dunhill

Affordable Housing

New Affordable Housing Incentives Will Allow Triple Density Along Some Sarasota Thoroughfares

City commissioners voted 3-2 Monday to expand developer incentives in exchange for affordable units to address the city's affordability crisis.

04/03/2024 By Kim Doleatto

How Sweet It Is

Norman Love Confections Has Moved

The Fort Myers-based chocolate company celebrated its grand opening in its new location this week.

04/02/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Star Power

Is a Visit to Tampa's Michelin-Starred Restaurants Worth the Drive?

Our food editor journeyed northward to see. Here’s what she found.

03/29/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Come One, Come All

Big Top Brewing's New Facility Is Massive, and It's Opening Soon

The Sarasota brewery may have opened 10 years ago, but it's just getting started. Here's a first look at its new beer garden, gastropub and production facility.

03/27/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Preview

Here's What Will Be on Stage at Asolo Rep Next Season

The lineup includes a world premiere, a regional premiere and a salute to a beloved singer-songwriter.

03/27/2024 By Staff

Cold Case

More Bodies Are Going Unclaimed in Sarasota County, Medical Examiner Says

In 2013, 40 bodies went unclaimed in Sarasota County. In 2023, that number rose to 70.

03/27/2024 By Sarah Owens/Community News Collaborative

Sarasota Magazine

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A New Workforce Housing Development Is Headed to Bradenton

What to Do in Sarasota This Week

BaySide, a New Commercial and Residential Project, Is Headed to the Rosemary District

Samaritan Counseling Services Receives Funding for People Recovering from Hurricane Ian

Visit Sarasota County Announces 2024 Executive Committee

A New Roundabout Is Coming to Ringling Boulevard and Pine Place

A New Concert Club Concept Bringing Big Name Talent Is Coming to Sarasota

The Founders of WSLR and Fogartyville Are Stepping Down. Their Impact on Sarasota Has Been Immense.

Mote, FWC Help Rehabilitate Distressed Smalltooth Sawfish

A Swanky New Champagne Bar Is Coming to Downtown Sarasota

Tonika Conaway, Kelly Romanoff Named Co-Chairs of First 1,000 Days Suncoast Initiative

Azara Ballet Folds Mental and Physical Well-Being Into the Art of Dance

A New Mixed-Use Development Is Headed to North Orange Avenue and Fourth Street

Curious About Retinol and Retinol Alternatives? Here's What You Need to Know

New Affordable Housing Incentives Will Allow Triple Density Along Some Sarasota Thoroughfares

Norman Love Confections Has Moved

Is a Visit to Tampa's Michelin-Starred Restaurants Worth the Drive?

Big Top Brewing's New Facility Is Massive, and It's Opening Soon

Here's What Will Be on Stage at Asolo Rep Next Season

More Bodies Are Going Unclaimed in Sarasota County, Medical Examiner Says