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Real Estate

Residential Real Estate Sales Rose in March, Despite Market Slowdown

New listings and pending sales decreased after the COVID-19 pandemic worsened.

04/22/2020 By Staff

Coronavirus

Foundations, Donors Fund More Than $1.8 Million for COVID-19 Relief

More than 30 grants have been awarded to date, falling into several high-need areas.

04/22/2020 By Staff

Coronavirus

Sarasota County to Open Beaches With Restrictions; Lido Beach to Remain Closed

Sarasota County beach parking lots will stay closed and group activities are prohibited; Manatee County beaches and Lido Beach will also remain closed.

04/22/2020 By Staff

Philanthropy webinar

Missed Our Webinar With Global Fundraising Expert Bob Carter? We Recorded It For You

Learn how nonprofits can meet today’s challenges.

04/22/2020 By Susan Burns

Run For It

‘Go the Social Distance’ in a New Series of Virtual Races at Nathan Benderson Park

Compete for prizes in one mile, 5K, 10K and half-marathon races, all at your own pace and place.

04/22/2020 By Ilene Denton

Two birds, one stone

New College Economist Says a Massive 'Green Stimulus' Could Boost the Economy

'It has never been cheaper to invest in the green economy we need,' says Mark Paul.

04/21/2020 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Turtle Power

First Sea Turtle Nest of the Season Reported on Siesta Key

Now in its 39th year, all sea turtle monitoring is conducted with permission from local government to allow access to closed beaches.

04/20/2020 By Staff

Unemployment Benefits

Wondering About Your Unemployment Benefits? So Are a Lot of Other Floridians

Hundreds of thousands of Florida residents, desperate for help, have been unable to get it.

04/20/2020 By David Hackett

Coping with COVID-19

‘I’m Not Waiting Around for Things to Happen:’ The View from a Small Business Owner

Daniel Milks turns to delivering for Instacart while he strategizes what his travel company will look like when it reopens.

04/18/2020 By Ilene Denton

Coronavirus

DeSantis Suspends 'Actively Seeking Work' Requirement for Unemployment Claimants

The governor's office says that the suspension is on an emergency temporary basis to respond to the spread of COVID-19.

04/17/2020 By Megan McDonald

Coronavirus

Citywide Public Health Emergency Extended; Public 'Very Strongly Urged' to Wear Protective Masks

The new emergency order is in place at least through April 24.

04/17/2020 By Staff

Real Estate

SVN Commercial Advisory Group Manages Sale of $1.08 Million Industrial Site

The property is a 14,700-square-foot industrial warehouse at 299 Sarasota Center Blvd.

04/17/2020 By Staff

Local Produce

You Can Still Go Blueberry Picking at Albritton Fruit Farms

Pick fresh blueberries, then use your bounty to make blueberry pancakes. You won't regret it.

04/17/2020 By Allison Forsyth

Coronavirus

Free COVID-19 Testing to Be Offered in Newtown on April 17

Tests will be given by appointment only for healthcare workers and those experiencing symptoms.

04/16/2020 By Staff

Coronavirus

Here's What You Need to Know About the Federal Stimulus Payments

When will your check arrive? And how much will you get? We've got answers.

04/16/2020 By Megan McDonald

Coronavirus

Unemployment Claims Total More Than 22 Million

More than 5.2 million people filed for unemployment this week, bringing the unemployment rate to an unprecedented 8.2 percent.

04/16/2020 By Megan McDonald

Awards

Local PR Association Celebrates Image Awards Winners Virtually

The annual awards program showcases the best practices and programs in local public relations and communications.

04/15/2020 Photography by Staff

Coronavirus

New Report Shows Biggest Retail Sales Drop in 30 Years of Record-Keeping

Advance estimates show an 8.7 percent decline over the previous month.

04/15/2020 By Staff

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It's Sea Turtle Nesting Season Again

The sea turtle beach patrols are already walking the beaches. Lucky them!

04/15/2020 Edited by Susan Burns

Viral Vocab

Know Thy Masks: A Primer to Face Covers

Do you really know the difference between an N95 respirator and a surgical mask?

04/15/2020 By Benjamin Cassidy

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