Openings

Publix Now Open in Babcock Ranch

Crescent B Commons is now 90 percent leased, with future tenants including Burger Fi, M’Xuma Tacos and U Yee Sushi.

09/24/2021 By Staff

New Noodles

A Restaurant Is Bringing Its Fast-Casual Approach to Pasta to St. Armands Circle

DalMoros Fresh Pasta to Go will open early next year.

09/24/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Real Estate Junkie

For Sale: A Rare Lustron House in Bradenton

Lustron homes have a cult following and represent one of the oddest episodes in American architectural history.

09/24/2021

Hey Vacay

Our Favorite Sarasota Airbnbs

From midcentury modern charm to beachy, postcard-perfect getaways, check out these highly bookable homes for less than $240 a night.

09/24/2021 By Kim Doleatto

All Good Things Must Come to an End

The Final Season of Claws Starts Right After Christmas

How will all the dangling plot threads be resolved? You'll have your answers soon.

09/24/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Grants

Circus Arts Conservatory Receives Arts Appreciation Grant

The $30,000 grant will support CAC's 2021-2022 events and performance season.

09/23/2021 By Staff

Rising

Five-O Donut Co. Is Coming to Bradenton Next Year

And that's on top of the new location near University Town Center that is scheduled to open in early 2022.

09/23/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Fast Track

New College Foundation Welcomes Three New Board Members

They are Dr. Esther Barazzone, Dr. Margee Ensign and Larry Geimer.

09/22/2021 By Staff

Going Public

First Watch Announces Launch of Initial Public Offering

The price is currently expected to be between $17 and $20 per share.

09/22/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Doctors Hospital Names New COO

Keisha Bickham will oversee several key departments, facilities, and new projects for the hospital.

09/22/2021 By Staff

Hello, Neighbor

A Med Spa, Salon and Vacation Rental Will Open in Iconic Downtown Building

It’s Botox. It’s a blowout. It’s an urban weekend destination where beauty is the theme, all in one swanky location.

09/22/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Fake It Till You Make It

Beyond the Beyond Burger: Taste-Testing Plant-Based Seafood Substitutes

You can find vegan 'crab' cakes, 'fish' fillets and chunky 'tuna' in a number of local grocery stores.

09/22/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Scholarships

Sarasota Student Awarded Coast Guard Foundation Scholarship

Liberty Paige was awarded a Hubbard Broadcasting Foundation Scholarship.

09/21/2021 By Staff

Health News

Alzheimer’s Association Introduces ‘Lunch Time Learning’ Series for Caregivers

Two programs will help families navigate caregiving for loved ones with dementia.

09/21/2021 By Staff

Philanthropy

Beckstein Charitable Fund Awards $200,000 to Mote SEA

Mote SEA is being planned for 12 acres in the Sarasota County-owned Nathan Benderson Park.

09/21/2021 By Staff

Appointments

Gov. Ron DeSantis Names Dr. Joseph A. Ladapo Florida Surgeon General

Ladapo, a UF professor, has publicly questioned the efficacy of Covid-19 vaccines and supported the use of hydroxychloroquine as a treatment for Covid.

09/21/2021 By Staff

Whole Lotta Love

Tribute Band Puts Its Spin on Led Zeppelin II at the Van Wezel This Friday

The band Classic Albums Live is known for its attention to detail in recreating the sounds of classic records.

09/21/2021 By Marc Griffin

Parks

DreamLarge Launches 'Friends of Rosemary Park'

The initiative is designed to drive awareness about the pocket park currently under development in the Rosemary District.

09/21/2021 By Staff

Sweet Heart

This Sarasota Woman's Brownies Have Gained a Cult Following

Marilou Berrios is a stay-at-home mom turned entrepreneur. Her delicious brownies are sold at local markets and online.

09/21/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Trucker Appreciation Day

Port Manatee Shows Appreciation to Truckers

At the port's sixth annual event, more than 200 truckers were treated to bagged lunches and goody bags.

09/20/2021 By Staff