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After the Hurricanes, Heavy-Duty Earth Movers Cleared the Roads

On Anna Maria Island, tractors pushed sand that had washed over the island’s main arteries into giant piles.

12/01/2024 Illustrations by John Pirman

Just Keep Swimming

Mote Aquarium Will Reopen Tomorrow—and Introduce Lou, a New Manatee, to the Public

After eight weeks of closure due to the back-to-back hurricanes, Mote will open its City Island aquarium tomorrow at 9 a.m.

11/21/2024 By Megan McDonald

Comeback Story

After Back-to-Back Hurricanes, the Local Tourism Industry Focuses on Recovery

The hospitality industry was devastated by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, but business owners and employees say they’re on the mend.

11/20/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Still Standing

After an Unprecedented Hurricane Season, Residents Say They're Determined to Come Back Stronger

We're sharing stories of tragedy and resilience and talking to residents and business owners about how the storms have upended their lives, their finances and their plans for the future.

11/20/2024

Information Overload

Why Was There So Much Disinformation After Hurricanes Helene and Milton?

Rumors and untruths proliferated as Hurricanes Helene and Milton destroyed communities. Why do we keep falling for them?

11/20/2024 By Megan McDonald

The Climate Connection

Climate Change Is Making Extreme Weather More Common and More Dangerous

This year's storms were the latest in a string of extreme weather events that have struck our area in recent years.

11/20/2024 By Cooper Levey-Baker

The Aftermath

Local Residents and Business Owners Pick Up the Pieces After a Catastrophic Hurricane Season

“You jump the first hurdle, then get a giant kick to the gut. That’s what’s been so traumatizing.”

11/20/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Disaster Relief

How to Give and Get Help After Hurricane Milton

We’ll keep this list updated as more services and resources become available.

11/19/2024 By Staff

Tropical Update

Hurricane Rafael Is Rapidly Developing, But Expected to Shift Westward

Our region could see gusty winds and about an inch of rain.

11/06/2024 By Bob Bunting

Election 2024

Who Designed Our Cute 'I Voted' Stickers?

Sarasota and Manatee counties both held student design contests. You'll see the winning stickers when you go to the polls.

11/05/2024 By Megan McDonald

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Election 2024

Voting in Person Today? Take Note of These Polling Location Changes

Due to the recent hurricanes, several polling places in both counties have been relocated.

11/05/2024 By Staff

Tropical Update

Tropical Storm Rafael Will Form This Week

The Suncoast will likely have some impacts from Rafael by Wednesday or Thursday. 

11/03/2024 By Bob Bunting

Beach Bound

Lido Beach Will Reopen Nov. 2

And Anna Maria Beach and Manatee Beach have welcomed back visitors, too.

11/01/2024 By Staff

Unity Awards

We Want Your Nominations for the 2025 Unity Awards!

We want to honor members of our community committed to bridging divides across racial, ethnic, religious, sexual orientation, socioeconomic, and physical and mental ability groups.

10/31/2024

Local Flavor

Four Sarasota Halloween Costumes Spirit Halloween Should Definitely Sell

Need a last-minute costume? We've got you covered with these of-the-moment ideas.

10/31/2024 By Staff

The Climate Connection

An Upcoming Conference Will Explore the Links Between Climate Change and Human Health

Sarasota's Climate Adaptation Center will bring together experts from around the country next month.

10/24/2024 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Hurricane Relief

Jellison Family Foundation Provides $1 Million Matching Gift to Community Foundation of Sarasota County

The Jellison foundation gave a $500,000 matching gift to Season of Sharing and a $500,00 matching gift to the Suncoast Disaster Recovery Fund.

10/23/2024 By Staff

Whimsical Witchery

Christina Fraser Is Bringing Halloween Joy to Her Neighborhood After the Storms

The longtime event-planner, who's now VP of operations for Embracing Our Differences, creates a version of Halloween that goes way beyond the front lawn.

10/23/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Hurricane Milton

Everything You Need to Know About Hurricane Milton

Hurricane Milton, which grew from a Category 1 storm to a monstrous Category 5 hurricane in just one day, made landfall on Siesta Key around 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024.

10/23/2024

Hurricane Relief

Join Us for a Hurricane Block Party, Supply Drive and Fundraiser

Relax, enjoy food and drink from local businesses and donate supplies or funds to our neighbors in need.

10/16/2024 By Staff

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