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Idalia

Most Streets and Bridges Reopen After Flooding From Hurricane Idalia

Due to rain, storm surge and high tide, parts of Sarasota and Manatee counties were closed yesterday, but most are now reopening.

08/30/2023 By Staff

Idalia

Sarasota's Hurricane Watch Is Now a Tropical Storm Warning

In other areas, however, hurricane warnings remain in place.

08/29/2023 By Staff

Idalia

SRQ Airport to Close Ahead of Hurricane Idalia

The airport will close at 7 p.m. tonight, Aug. 29, and plans to reopen at 8 a.m. tomorrow, Aug. 30.

08/29/2023 By Staff

Hurricanes

Hurricane Idalia Is Rapidly Intensifying

A storm surge warning, tropical storm warning and hurricane watch are in effect for Sarasota. A hurricane warning is also posted for coastal Manatee County.

08/29/2023 By Bob Bunting

Blue Moon

Hurricane Idalia Will Make Landfall During a 'Super Moon' and 'King Tide.' But What Does That Mean?

Not only will Wednesday's moon be super, it will also be blue.

08/29/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Idalia

Water Service to Casey Key Shut Off Ahead of Idalia

The island will be without water service, beginning at 1 p.m., until Hurricane Idalia passes.

08/29/2023 By Staff

Idalia

Sarasota and Manatee Counties Issue Evacuation Orders Ahead of Hurricane Idalia

Shelters are now open, and those in Zone A or Level A have been called on to evacuate.

08/29/2023 By Staff

The MacKenzie Scott Effect

How Billionaire Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott Transformed Six Sarasota Nonprofits

In more than one case, the Scott grant was the largest individual gift in the nonprofit’s history.

08/29/2023 By Elizabeth Djinis

Hurricanes

Tropical Storm Idalia Will Soon Become Hurricane Idalia

Idalia's path is still somewhat variable. However, it's critical to understand that a small easterly shift in the storm's projected path could bring much more severe impacts to our region.

08/28/2023 By Bob Bunting

Tropical Storm Idalia

Where to Find Sandbags in Sarasota and Manatee Counties

Residents are allowed ten sandbags per vehicle in both counties.

08/28/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Hurricanes

Sarasota, Manatee County Schools to Close Ahead of Tropical Storm Idalia

The tropical storm is forecast to become a major hurricane that could pose threats to our region.

08/28/2023 By Staff

Honors

Sarasota Magazine Wins Five Society for Professional Journalism Awards

The publication was recognized for public service reporting, food and travel writing, cover design and more.

08/28/2023 By Cooper Levey-Baker

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Tropical Storm Idalia Has Formed in the Caribbean

A full super moon, high sea surface temperatures and sea level rise combine to make Idalia a potential threat for our region.

08/27/2023 By Bob Bunting

Hurricanes

A New Tropical System Could Impact the Suncoast Next Week

Expect a tropical storm to form in the Caribbean late this weekend or early next week.

08/25/2023 By Bob Bunting

Listening to Diverse Voices

City Commissioner and Lawyer Erik Arroyo on His Journey to Success

The first Hispanic, immigrant mayor of the City of Sarasota talks about fitting in, and fulfilling his ambition against all odds.

08/24/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Siesta hotels

Judge Sides With Siesta Key Resident Suing Sarasota County Over Proposed High-Density Hotel

Lourdes Ramirez says she got a “grand prize” win in her battle against high-density hotels on Siesta Key.

08/22/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Grant Report

Bank of America Awards $300,000 to Mote SEA

Plus, Safe Children Coalition meets a major matching challenge, Gulf Coast Community Foundation funds two Project 180 programs and more.

08/21/2023 By Staff

Green Dreams

Carl Hiaasen Will Headline Sarasota's Green Living Expo and EcoSummit This December

The weekend also features a trade show, film screening, panel discussions, music and more.

08/21/2023 By Staff

Unity Awards

Nominations Are Open for the 2024 Unity Awards!

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

08/21/2023

Hurricane Season

Peak Hurricane Season Is About to Begin

Record sea surface temperatures and waning Saharan dust mean the tropics are waking up.

08/18/2023 By Bob Bunting

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