Higher Ed

New College Has Changed. How Have Its National Rankings?

In 2023, the school was ranked No. 76 on U.S. News & World Report's list of best liberal arts colleges. For 2027, it's ranked No. 150—its fifth consecutive year of decline.

09/25/2026 By Megan McDonald

Burning Question

What's Going on With Kolucan?

The much-loved Gulf Gate restaurant abruptly closed on Sept. 4. Now it's reopening under new ownership, with a completely new team and direction.

09/16/2026 By Megan McDonald

Sempre Libera

Selby Gardens' 2027 Goldstein Exhibition Heads to the Opera

"Verdi: Composer & Farmer" features a collaboration with Maestro Victor DeRenzi.

09/15/2026 By Megan McDonald

Local Love

Venice, Anna Maria Named to World Atlas' 'Most Breathtaking Towns in Florida' List

Anna Maria was highlighted for its relaxed Old Florida vibes and Venice for its excellent shark tooth hunting, among other reasons.

09/08/2026 By Megan McDonald

Book Club

Here's Who's Coming to This Year's 'Off the Page' Festival

This year's featured authors include Anthony Horowitz, Brad Meltzer, Nathaniel Philbrick and Kate Quinn.

09/04/2026 By Megan McDonald

Made in Sarasota

Calcutta Marine Builds Its Bespoke Boats Right Here in Sarasota

The company, known for its Catamarans, also acquired Sarasota-based Andros Boatworks in April.

09/03/2026 By Megan McDonald

Laugh a Little

The Hit British Series 'Taskmaster' Returns on Thursday

The hit British series ‘Taskmaster’ gave me the shot of joy I needed during a tough time. It returns tomorrow night.

09/02/2026 By Megan McDonald

Flashback

Photo: The Steamboat Manatee, 1910

The "Manatee"—Terra Ceia’s main freight and passenger service—was part of H. Walter Fuller Investment Company’s three-steamboat fleet.

09/01/2026 By Megan McDonald

Unity Awards

Deb Kabinoff Strengthens Community Through Technology

“My mission is to help every sector of our community benefit from the capabilities of technology.”

09/01/2026 By Megan McDonald

Unity Awards

Dr. Essence Deming-Rivers Builds Belonging Through a Unique Social Club

“Equipping people with skills helps manage their emotions, makes them deliver better care, and also means that there are fewer people that might need therapy.”

09/01/2026 By Megan McDonald

Moon Magic

How to Watch Tonight's Lunar Eclipse

A partial lunar eclipse and tomorrow's full Sturgeon moon should put on a spectacular show—if the clouds clear.

08/27/2026 By Megan McDonald

In Full Flower

Take a Break and Scroll Through the Winners of Selby Gardens' Juried Photographic Exhibition

Nearly 250 entries were submitted as part of this year's competition, with photos capturing unique moments across the gardens' downtown and Historic Spanish Point campuses.

08/27/2026 By Megan McDonald