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The Rundown

Inside the Sarasota Succulent Society

The society was started by Walter Sparkman, who built his home there in the 1930s.

02/02/2026 By Susan Burns

Bundle Up

This Weekend Is Going to Be Real Cold in Sarasota and Manatee Counties

There may be a chance of snow flurries on Saturday, Jan. 31, with cold temperatures continuing through Monday, Feb. 2

01/29/2026 By Lauren Jackson

Winter Weather

Cold Weather Shelters Open Through Jan. 29

Meterologist Denis Phillips says there's "not a non-zero chance" of snow flurries on the Gulf Coast this weekend.

01/28/2026 By Megan McDonald

Essential Intelligence

The Sarasota Shell Club's Annual Show Happens in February

Here's how it became such a big deal.

01/21/2026 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Feel the Beat

Everything You Need to Know About the Siesta Key Drum Circle

Every Sunday, just before sunset, locals and visitors converge at the Siesta Key Drum Circle.

01/02/2026 By Susan Burrns

You Said You Would

A Popular Facebook Group Helps Sarasotans Get Outdoors

The group was founded by community leader John Annis as an accountability tool for himself and a small group of friends. Now it counts more than 1,200 members.

01/02/2026 By Megan McDonald

That's Lit

Stop Your Doom Scrolling and Look at These Photos of Selby Gardens' Holiday Lights

Photographer Damon Powers captures Lights in Bloom, the gardens' annual display of lights.

12/10/2025 By Damon Powers

Flashback

Photo: Winter in Sarasota, 1940

Joseph Janney Steinmetz captures a classic "why-we-love-living-here" moment.

12/02/2025 By Megan McDonald

Water World

Ditch the Car for a Stress-Free, Fresh-Air Ferry Ride to Anna Maria Island

If this doesn’t sound idyllic, then you’ve never driven a car to Anna Maria.

12/02/2025 By Brian Cohen

Parks for Everyone

Get Outside and Explore Our Welcoming Parks and Preserves

The region has a wealth of these restorative spaces to enjoy, no matter your passion. Here are 10 to explore.

12/01/2025 By Kendall Southworth

Popular Content

    The Locals' Guide to Sarasota

    The Only Florida Beach on the 'World’s 50 Best' List Is in Sarasota

    Award-Winning Wildlife Photographer Carlton Ward Jr. Returns to the Gulf

    13 Birds You'll Spot on Local Beaches

    An Airboat Ride on the Peace River Offers a Front-Row Seat to Gators, Birds and Wild Florida

    What Does Florida’s New Beach Access Law Mean?

Dive Into Resort Life

Unplug and Recharge at These Five Local Resorts

We found five resorts for different budgets and tastes that offer convenience, comfort and beauty.

12/01/2025

Dive Into Resort Life

Downtown, Beach or Golf Course, The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota Pampers Guests in Signature Ritz Style

Twenty-four years after it opened, the Ritz remains a place to see and be seen—and to escape.

12/01/2025 By Megan McDonald

Dive Into Resort Life

For the Ultimate in Luxurious Pampering, Look No Further Than St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

The St. Regis has brought a new level of luxury and wealth to our region—and reminded us of everything we’ve always loved about living here.

12/01/2025 By Megan McDonald

Dive Into Resort Life

The Resort at Longboat Key Club Embodies History and Beachy Luxury

The resort sits on the sprawling Gulf-front site of John Ringling’s planned Ritz-Carlton Hotel and lives up to its venerable history.

12/01/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Dive Into Resort Life

Soak up Affordable Relaxation and a Whole Lot of Family Fun at Zota Beach Resort

The four-star resort opened in 2017 with on-site dining, a pool bar, private cabanas, watersports and beachfront access.

12/01/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Dive Into Resort Life

Lido Beach Resort Stands the Test of Time

Built in 1969, the resort has attracted visitors from around the world for decades.

12/01/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Heroes on the Half Shell

Mote Reports Record Sea Turtle Nesting Numbers for 2025

This year saw more 1,366 more sea turtle nests on local beaches than last year, including some incubating into November.

11/24/2025 By Staff

Gawkers Delight

Quick! Grab a Spot on Selby Gardens’ Boat Tour to Spanish Point

You’ll learn about water, nature, history and, of course, gawk at waterfront mansions.

11/24/2025 By Susan Burns

End of an Era

Good-Bye, Hart's Landing

Last year's hurricanes destroyed the iconic bait shop's docks. This week, the site was razed.

11/12/2025 By Megan McDonald

Grounded!

The Government Shutdown Is Creating Travel Headaches Everywhere

The FAA announced today that it intends to decrease air traffic by 10 percent in 40 markets nationwide starting Friday morning, including at Tampa International. At SRQ, seven flights were delayed today.

11/06/2025 By Megan McDonald

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