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

Coronavirus

Local Hotels Donate Rooms to Healthcare Workers

Hilton-owned hotels throughout the Suncoast will donate rooms to doctors, nurses, EMTs, paramedics and other frontline medical staff who need a place to sleep, recharge or isolate from their families.

04/14/2020 By Staff

Coronavirus

United Way Suncoast Begins Distribution of More Than $1 Million in COVID-19 Relief Funds

Fourteen human service agencies serving 194,407 families throughout the region have been awarded emergency funding from United Way Suncoast's COVID-19 response fund.

04/14/2020 By Staff

Awards

Venice Regional Earns National Award for Excellence in Wound Healing

Venice Regional Center for Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine provides specialized wound treatments.

04/14/2020 By Staff

Free Webinar

How Philanthropists and Volunteers Can Help Their Favorite Charities in the Midst of COVID-19

Join us and global nonprofit expert Bob Carter for a free webinar April 21.

04/14/2020 Edited by Susan Burns

Coronavirus

Citywide Public Health Emergency Extended; Memorial Day Parade Cancelled

The emergency order strongly urges citizens to wear protective masks in public.

04/13/2020 By Staff

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

First Sea Turtle Nest of the Season Reported on Siesta Key

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

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

DeSantis Suspends 'Actively Seeking Work' Requirement for Unemployment Claimants

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

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

You Can Still Go Blueberry Picking at Albritton Fruit Farms

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

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

Unemployment Claims Total More Than 22 Million

Local PR Association Celebrates Image Awards Winners Virtually

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

It's Sea Turtle Nesting Season Again

Know Thy Masks: A Primer to Face Covers

Local Hotels Donate Rooms to Healthcare Workers

United Way Suncoast Begins Distribution of More Than $1 Million in COVID-19 Relief Funds

Venice Regional Earns National Award for Excellence in Wound Healing

How Philanthropists and Volunteers Can Help Their Favorite Charities in the Midst of COVID-19

Citywide Public Health Emergency Extended; Memorial Day Parade Cancelled