Revved Up

Revving Engines Unite Sarasota Residents and Businesses in City Sound Debate

Commissioners advanced the next phases of the city’s sound study, ordered the creation of an enforcement team and directed staff to begin talks with the school district.

2:27pm By Kim Doleatto

Color Correction

Photo of the Week: Venice Beach Under a Burning Sky

A powerful storm off the coast catches the setting sun and fills the sky with intense shades of orange, red and gold.

09/18/2026 Photography by Damon Powers

Night Lights

Photo of the Week: Sarasota After Dark

"From above, you can really see just how beautiful and vibrant Sarasota is at night," says photographer Damon Powers.

09/10/2026 Photography by Damon Powers

Preview

Selby Gardens Announces 2026-27 Programming

The gardens will open its 2026 Orchid Show next month with an installation by artist Christian Sampson. Plus: a multi-sensory tribute to poet Emily Dickinson, a performance by Patti Smith, and more.

09/10/2026 By Kendall Southworth

Flash Dance

Photo of the Week: Sunset Lightning Over Lido Beach

Damon Powers captured a natural phenomenon on Lido Beach this week.

09/04/2026 Photography by Damon Powers

Goodnight, Moon

Photo of the Week: Lunar Eclipse Over Sarasota

Every hour, for the full five-hour span of the eclipse, Powers took an image of the moon.

08/28/2026 By Damon Powers

Summer Sunsets

Photo of the Week: Sunset Over the Historic Blackburn Point Swing Bridge

Damon Powers captures a stunning summer sunset over one of Florida's historic bridges.

08/21/2026 By Damon Powers

Wish Upon a Star

Photo of the Week: Perseids Over Lido

Damon Powers captures a meteor streaking across the sky alongside the Milky Way.

08/14/2026 Photography by Damon Powers

Wild Florida

Photo of the Week: The Majestic Myakka River

The river offers a glimpse into Old Florida—one that has changed little over the centuries.

08/06/2026 Photography by Damon Powers

Sunset Strip

Photo of the Week: Fire in the Sky Over Anna Maria Island

Damon Powers checks in on the restoration of the historic city pier.

07/31/2026 By Damon Powers

Those Summer Nights

Photo of the Week: Explosive Summer Skies

Damon Powers captured a panoramic view of Wednesday's explosive sunset storm clouds

07/24/2026 By Damon Powers

Light Up Night

Photo of the Week: Nocturnal Lightning Strikes Over Sarasota Bay

Photographer Damon Powers captures a light show in downtown Sarasota.

07/17/2026 By Damon Powers

We're No. 1!

CNN Names Sarasota Its 'Best Town to Visit' for 2026

We're kind of a big deal.

07/01/2026 By Megan McDonald

Loop de Loop

Photo of the Week: A Bird's-Eye View of St, Armands Circle

Surrounded by palm-lined streets, charming shops and beautiful coastal scenery, it's a perfect blend of relaxation and sophistication, says photographer Damon Powers.

06/26/2026 Photography by Damon Powers