Main Street Boom

Reese's Service Station and the Former Michael Saunders & Company Buildings in Downtown Sarasota Have Sold

Located on the corners of Main Street and Osprey Avenue, the buildings were purchased by two local developers for a total of $7.76 million.

09/22/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Under the Big Top

Circus Arts Conservatory, Nik Wallenda Announce New Collaboration

The renowned circus artist and circus arts organization will co-produce holiday shows in the UTC area in the coming years.

09/21/2023 By Staff

Milestone Moments

Selby Gardens Announces 50th Anniversary Season

Programming includes the 2023 Orchid Show, a new coffee-table book and the return of artist-in-residence Patti Smith.

09/21/2023 By Staff

Who Knew?

There's a Baton Twirling World Championship, and an Athlete From Sarasota Just Competed in It

Sarasota's Samantha Merigliano and her team Forte represented the United States in the global competition held in Liverpool, England.

09/21/2023 By Emma Moneuse

Arts 2.0

Construction Is Underway on the New ArtCenter Manatee. Here's a Sneak Peek.

The new two-story, 28,000-square-foot facility will be named the Herrig Center for the Arts and is slated to be done in roughly two years.

09/20/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Plant the Seeds

Sarasota County's Master Gardener Volunteer Plant Sale Is Set for Oct. 14

The event is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to get plants and advice for your landscape.

09/20/2023 By Staff

Works of Art

Sarasota's 11 Best Burgers

From brilliant mash-ups to simple classics, these are the 11 best burgers you can get your hands on right now.

09/18/2023 By Cooper Levey-Baker and Lauren Jackson

Walking on Sunshine

Long-Awaited Project Bridges Pinecraft Community

The Pinecraft Pedestrian Bridge connects the Phillippi Creek Levee Trail to the county-owned property at the end of Graber Avenue.

09/14/2023 By Sarah Owens/Community News Collaborative

Preview

Sarasota Art Museum Announces 2023-2024 Exhibitions

The season includes a blend of artists, from those presenting their first solo exhibitions to artists known worldwide.

09/14/2023 By Staff

Light Bites

Lakeside Bites Opens in Downtown Wellen Park

The new dining venture joins Pop Dawgs and Claw & Co. in The Yard.

09/13/2023 By Lauren Jackson

On the Road

Sarasota's New Pop-Up Library Makes It Easier Than Ever to Access Books and Technology

The library on wheels has dozens of resources and is headed to a location near you.

09/12/2023 By Emma Moneuse

Grant Report

PGT Innovations Announces $11 Million-Plus Grant of Equity to More Than 5,000 Employees

Plus, Barancik Foundation grants All Faiths Food Bank almost $2.5 million, KFC's Kentucky Fried wishes program awards Resilient Retreat $10,000, and more.

09/11/2023 By Staff

New New College

Check Out the Finalists in the Design Challenge to 'Reimagine' New College’s I.M. Pei Dorms

The three finalists in the design challenge include one local firm and two international ones.

09/11/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Save the Reefs

Mote Opens Caribbean King Crab Hatchery in an Effort to Save Florida’s Coral Reefs

Caribbean king crabs scour reefs for algae, curb algal growth and crabs foster a healthier environment for coral growth and settlement.

09/11/2023 By Staff

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Calusa Brewing and Chef Steve Phelps Are Teaming Up, and We're Stoked

The former White Buffalo Saloon will soon be home to PigFish, Phelps' new restaurant, and Calusa Brewing's new taproom.

09/08/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Bread and Butter

Bread Bandits Is Serving Seriously Good Sourdough at Its New Sarasota Bakery

Business partners Jules Thuet and Brad Rutledge know a thing or two about bread.

09/08/2023 By Lauren Jackson

9/11

Annual 9/11 Event Moves from USF Sarasota-Manatee

Dormitory construction prompted the change in plan and relocation to Sarasota National Cemetery.

09/07/2023 By Community News Collaborative

Precious Metals

Trend Report: Metallics

Metallics add a jolt of energy to any outfit.

09/07/2023 By Elizabeth Djinis

The Beat Goes On

Celebrated Percussionist Gerardo Veléz Brings Rhythm and Style to Sarasota

Veléz has been a percussionist for the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Spyro Gyra, David Bowie, Fleetwood Mac, and Nile Rodgers and Chic.

09/07/2023 By Andrea González

Exclusive

Take a Peek at Siesta Promenade, a New Development That's Headed to South Sarasota

The project, which will be located at the corner of Stickney Point Road and South Tamiami Trail, will break ground early next year.

09/05/2023 By Kim Doleatto