Fast Track

U.S. Chamber Awards Sarasota Chamber With 5-Star Accreditation

Plus, Resurrection House names a new executive director, the Manatee Chamber's Champions of Healthcare award winners, and more.

06/23/2025 By Staff

Going Up

New 276-Unit Apartment Community Breaks Ground in North Manatee

The Kolter Group is building "market rate" apartments, adding to the growing footprint of mid-rise housing in Palmetto.

06/23/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Local Legacy

Local Firms Win Big at the 2025 AIA Florida Awards

From a Venice pavilion to a Longboat Gulf-front estate, Sarasota-area architects return with award-winning work across the map.

06/19/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Eel Be Back

July 6 Is the Last Day to Visit Mote Aquarium on City Island

The aquarium is closing its doors in preparation for the big move to its new facility at Nathan Benderson Park.

06/19/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Hot, Hot, Hot

Sarasota's Best New Restaurants

A mid-year update of the new restaurants that stand out from the crowd.

06/19/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Ahoy, Mateys!

Belly up to the Bar at Lefty’s to Sample Treasures From the Deep

Lefty's opened in the former Mandeville Beer Garden location in the Rosemary District.

06/18/2025 By Lauren Jackson

The Sky's The Limit

Mattison’s City Grille Just Opened a New Location Inside SRQ Airport

Yesterday’s opening marks the local restaurant chain’s fourth location in the area.

06/17/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Advantage Point

Smart and Stylish Eyewear Essentials for Coastal Living

Understanding UV Protection for Coastal Living

06/17/2025

Grant Report

Community Foundation of Sarasota County Awards Scholarships to Hundreds of Local Students

Plus, MITER Foundation commits $200,000 to Tampa's new Ronald McDonald House, and more.

06/09/2025 By Staff

Fast Track

Temple Sinai Director of Early Childhood Education Receives 'Person of Valor' Award

Plus, the Sarasota Chamber receives a national communications award, and more.

06/09/2025 By Staff

No Place Like Home

For Home Baker Francesca Fago, Life Has Never Been Sweeter

Thanks to Florida's cottage food law, Fago can fill orders as a big as 500 cookies or 5,000 cakepops.

06/09/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Condo news

A New Condo Law May Offer Owners Some Relief. Is It Enough?

Florida’s new condo law aims to ease financial pressure after the Surfside collapse, but rising costs, insurance hikes, and mounting reserves continue to squeeze owners—especially in aging buildings.

06/06/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Happy Father's Day

This Year’s Sarasota Music Festival Delivers a Special Onstage Father-Son Collaboration

Sarasota Music Festival music director Jeffrey Kahane will play a piece written for him by his son, Gabriel.

06/06/2025 By Kay Kipling

Eat This Now

Nine Sarasota Doughnuts to Eat Before You Die

From peanut butter cake to red velvet to pork-stuffed, these local doughnuts are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth.

06/06/2025 By Megan McDonald and Lauren Jackson

Steak It 'Til You Make It

A New Steakhouse Is Coming to Englewood's Historic Dearborn Street

Chophouse285 and its dedicated dry-aging room will open this fall.

06/05/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Advantage Point

How Hemp Is Helping Retirees Feel Better, Sleep Deeper, and Enjoy Life More

How Sarasota’s Seniors Are Using Targeted Hemp Products to Boost Mood, Ease Aches, Improve Sleep, and Energize Everyday Life

06/04/2025

Advantage Point

The Real Magic of Sarasota Neighborhood Life

How Sarasota’s Everyday Interactions, Shared Spaces, and Creative Spirit Turn Neighbors into Community

06/04/2025

After Hours

Meet Three Local Doctors With Unusual Hobbies

When they're off the clock, these docs dabble in wing foiling, stand-up comedy and magic.

06/04/2025 By Cooper Levey-Baker and Kim Doleatto

Fast Track

Sarasota Lifeguard Named Lifeguard of the Year, Receives National Medal of Valor

Plus, the City of Sarasota appoints Dave Bullock as interim city manager, and more.

06/02/2025 By Staff

Grant Report

Bishop Parker Foundation Awards $5 Million in Grants

Plus, Manasota ASALH awards $45,000 in scholarships to 17 local students, and more.

06/02/2025 By Staff

Sarasota Magazine

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U.S. Chamber Awards Sarasota Chamber With 5-Star Accreditation

New 276-Unit Apartment Community Breaks Ground in North Manatee

Local Firms Win Big at the 2025 AIA Florida Awards

July 6 Is the Last Day to Visit Mote Aquarium on City Island

Sarasota's Best New Restaurants

Belly up to the Bar at Lefty’s to Sample Treasures From the Deep

Mattison’s City Grille Just Opened a New Location Inside SRQ Airport

Smart and Stylish Eyewear Essentials for Coastal Living

Community Foundation of Sarasota County Awards Scholarships to Hundreds of Local Students

Temple Sinai Director of Early Childhood Education Receives 'Person of Valor' Award

For Home Baker Francesca Fago, Life Has Never Been Sweeter

A New Condo Law May Offer Owners Some Relief. Is It Enough?

This Year’s Sarasota Music Festival Delivers a Special Onstage Father-Son Collaboration

Nine Sarasota Doughnuts to Eat Before You Die

A New Steakhouse Is Coming to Englewood's Historic Dearborn Street

How Hemp Is Helping Retirees Feel Better, Sleep Deeper, and Enjoy Life More

The Real Magic of Sarasota Neighborhood Life

Meet Three Local Doctors With Unusual Hobbies

Sarasota Lifeguard Named Lifeguard of the Year, Receives National Medal of Valor

Bishop Parker Foundation Awards $5 Million in Grants