Real Estate Junkie

For Sale: A Lavish Siesta Key Home With Amazing Views

There are many “best views” in Sarasota, but this home has one of the top five: straight across the bay to the downtown skyline.

02/19/2021 By Robert Plunket

Fresh catch

New Fish Cake Restaurant Opens in March

Reef Cakes owner Mike Martin says he wants to offer healthy meals that highlight the flavors of the sea.

02/19/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Heel turn

A Sarasota Restaurant Is Highlighting the Cuisine of Southeast Italy

Vino-Vino opened in a Siesta Drive space right at the end of 2020.

02/18/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Man of the Hour

Exhibit Honoring Baseball Legend Buck O'Neil Opens This Week

O'Neil, who grew up in Sarasota, was a star of the Ken Burns documentary Baseball.

02/18/2021 By Kay Kipling

Fast Track

Sean Ball Named Head of Upper School at Out-of-Door Academy

Ball began his tenure at Out-of-Door in 1992, teaching Latin, English and history.

02/17/2021 By Staff

Master Plan

Sarasota City Commission Votes to Give Final Approval to Selby Gardens Compromise Master Plan

The three-phase plan will take several years to complete; Selby Gardens has set a goal of breaking ground on Phase I late this spring. Here's a breakdown.

02/17/2021 By Staff

Can We Get a WOW for our January Incredible Kid?!

The Community Foundation of Sarasota County and Replay Outreach recognize an exceptional local kid.

02/17/2021

Vibing

Eat, Shop and Chill at Two Upcoming Indie Market Events

73° Flea is hosting the newish South Gate Farmer's Market on Thursday and the Rosemary Indie Market on Saturday.

02/17/2021 By Kim Doleatto

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New Downtown Restaurant Kojo Opens Today

The new restaurant from the company behind Speaks Clam Bar has a pan-Asian menu and a cool look.

02/17/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Real Estate

Sage Longboat Key Has Sold Half Its Residences

Prices start in the mid-$4 millions; three of the four penthouse units were among the first nine sales.

02/16/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Jesse Biter Appointed to Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority Board

Biter, of Sarasota, is the CEO of Biter Enterprises and PropLogix.

02/16/2021 By Staff

Steep this

Venice Company Sells Unique Tea Drinks From Its Mobile 'Tea Trailer'

Elevation Tea Company serves unique concoctions on the weekends, and sells international loose leaf tea online.

02/16/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Resignations

Visible Men Academy Co-Founder, CEO Neil Phillips Steps Down

VMA co-founder Louis Parker will act as interim CEO.

02/15/2021 By Staff

Health News

Sarasota Sports Medicine Launches Nutritional Program

The practice is partnering with area Orangetheory locations for its "Get Real in 2021" program.

02/15/2021 By Staff

Beach Guide

Visit Sarasota County Launches New Beaches Feature on App

Beach Pass encourages users to explore Sarasota County beaches and offers them a chance to earn exclusive prizes.

02/12/2021 By Staff

Adopt Don't Shop

Manatee County Animal Services Waiving Adoption Fee Through Feb. 28

Adoptions include spay/neuter, microchip and rabies certificate, a $300 value.

02/12/2021 By Staff

Top Sale

Harbor Acres Home Sells for $13.25 Million

The recent purchase represents the second-highest residential sale in Sarasota County to date.

02/12/2021 By Kim Doleatto

On the Case

Outdoor Murder Mystery Game Comes to Sarasota in March

Think you have what it takes to be the world's top detective? Test your skills with The Sarasota Ripper, an interactive murder mystery game.

02/12/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Local Author

Sarasota Author Releases First Children's Book

When the Covid-19 pandemic hit, Amy Diamond moved from L.A. to Sarasota and just published her first children's book.