Tamiami Tales

Central Cocoanut Residents Relieved About Scrapped Carwash Plans

Tommy’s Express Car Wash withdrew a proposal for a new location in the historic Central Cocoanut neighborhood, just north of downtown Sarasota.

05/11/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Mom's Day

What Moms Actually Want This Mother's Day

Time to herself, acts of service and naps top out the most wanted items moms crave for Mother's Day—not essential oils or herbal tea.

05/10/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Next-Gen Design

Meet Damien Blumetti, the Civic-Minded Architect Embracing Innovative Materials

When Blumetti isn't busy making concrete, wood, glass and steel feel like home, he donates his time to further the craft and legacy of architecture.

05/09/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Public Art Alert

Check Out the Public Art Installation Headed to Downtown Sarasota's One Main Plaza

Asper is the public art component of the massive, mixed-use One Main Plaza complex headed to downtown Sarasota.

05/08/2023 By Kim Doleatto

From Such Great Heights

Obsidian Is Set to Be Downtown Sarasota's Tallest Condo Building

Take a look at what's planned for the 1260 Palm Avenue project, across from the Palm Avenue parking garage.

05/05/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Lim's revenge

Check Out the Top Sculpture Contender for the U.S. 41-Fruitville Road Roundabout

Where The Sun Always Shines by Sujin Lim earned the City of Sarasota Public Art Committee's recommendation at yesterday's meeting. It will now go to city commissioners for approval.

05/04/2023 By Kim Doleatto

This Old House

A Small Home in a Rapidly Changing Neighborhood Gets a Big, Beautiful Overhaul

The graceful redo adds chic touches while embracing the home’s history.

05/02/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Manasota High

This Manasota Key Home Just Sold for $8 Million Cash

This sale proves Med-Rev isn't dead. Here's a peek inside.

05/02/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Education

ALSO Youth Starts New Summer Camp for LGBTQ Youth and Allies

Kids ages 10-14 are invited to register for ALSO Youth's free summer camp and connect with others in an inclusive, fun environment.

05/01/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Home Tour

Peek Inside a Terra Ceia 'Barndominium'

Realtor Jamie Zeigler has built 27 barndominiums. This is one of four in Florida.

04/28/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Next-Gen design

PS Design Workshop Is One of the Young Firms Building Sarasota's Future

For Derek Pirozzi and Omar Saleh, outdoor living is a major point of reference.

04/28/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Read This

You’re Invited to a Free Banned Book Fair and Read-In on May 3

In response to recent censorship legislation, the public is invited to join in a book fair to increase access to books, read banned ones and connect.

04/27/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Real Estate report

Sarasota-Manatee Home Sales and Inventory Show Month-Over-Month Growth

March saw nearly 50 percent more sales than February, while median home prices still hold steady amid increased inventory.

04/24/2023 By Kim Doleatto

No Go

School Board Rejects Proposal for Consultant Review

School board members voted 3-2 to not move forward with a contract with Vermilion Education, a fledgling company with conservative political ties.

04/19/2023 By Kim Doleatto

More Housing

A Multi-Family Apartment Complex With Affordable Units Is Coming to Tuttle and Bahia Vista

Yesterday, City Commissioners voted for a zoning change that will allow a 250-unit apartment building on the former Doctors Hospital site.

04/18/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Public Art

Check Out the Public Art Concepts for the Fruitville Road Roundabout

The community is invited to tomorrow evening's online meeting to share their input.

04/17/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Home Run Home

MLB All-Star Mark Melancon's Anna Maria Island Home Has Hit the Market

For just under $11 million, the Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher's house can be yours.

04/14/2023 By Kim Doleatto

More condos

A New Residential Development Is Headed to Gillespie Park

Named The Velocity, the new development will house six luxury residences.

04/12/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Just for Kids

20 Summer Camps We Love

Fun activities that keep kids healthy, happy, sharp and social while school is out.

04/11/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Tiny big tops

Check Out Some Teeny-Tiny Circuses at This Year's National Circus Model Builders' Convention

Experience the circus in miniature format at this year's convention April 13 - 15 at Showfolks of Sarasota.

04/10/2023 By Kim Doleatto