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Philanthropy

The 2026 Giving Challenge Is Happening Now

The 24-hour online giving event connects about 750 nonprofits with donors and community members to support diverse causes in Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte and DeSoto counties

04/15/2026 By Staff

Lectures

Ringling College Announces 2027 Town Hall Speakers

What do two journalists, an AI expert, an Olympic gold medalist and the former prime minister of Canada have in common?

04/14/2026 By Staff

Fast Track

The Ringling Names Amy Sankes Named Senior Director of Development

Plus, Manatee County Schools employee wins national "LifeChanger of the Year" award, and more.

04/13/2026 By Staff

Let's Sushi

Hanami Sushi Is Open in the Rosemary District

The restaurant, from the owners of Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi, will serve sushi and hibachi, as well as other Japanese favorites and craft cocktails.   

04/10/2026 By Staff

Politics

Sarasota's Sydney Gruters Officially Announces Congressional Run

Gruters raised more than $100,000 after announcing her run, according to her campaign.

04/06/2026 By Staff

Did That Really Happen?

Recent You-Can’t-Make-Them-Up Headlines From Sarasota and Beyond

A "Florida man taco," a scammer apprehended by a local bank manager, Urban Meyer at New College and disappearing public land.

04/01/2026 By Staff

Grant Report

Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation Raises $200,000 for Roy McBean Boys & Girls Clubs

Plus, Easterseals Southwest Florida raises more than $1 million at its 80th anniversary gala, and more.

03/30/2026 By Staff

Fast Track

Ringling Museum Hires Head of Art Library Services

Plus, Ron Allen is recognized with the Community Spirit Award by Manatee Community Foundation, and more.

03/30/2026 By Staff

Hop To It

Where to Have Easter Brunch This Weekend

There's something for every bunny.

03/30/2026 By Staff

Movie Talk

Here's the Full Lineup for the 28th Annual Sarasota Film Festival

There's a movie for everyone, whether it's a big-budget action thriller, a thoughtful documentary or a locally produced student work.

03/19/2026 By Staff

Beyond the Beaches

Join Isaac Eger On a Journey Into Florida’s Forgotten Cowboy Culture

Eger will discuss his book "The Great Florida Cattle Drive," which shines a light on Florida's deep-rooted ranching history.

03/17/2026 By Staff

Fast Track

Big Waters Land Trust Adds Two Team Members, Promotes One

Plus, The Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties names its Youth of the Year, and more.

03/16/2026 By Staff

Fast Track

Anne Washburn Receives Hermitage Major Theater Award

Plus, 99 Bottles is named a top beer bar in the country, and more.

03/09/2026 By Staff

Grant Report

Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation Receives $1 Million Gift

Plus, Embracing Our Differences raises more than $430,000 at its annual luncheon, and more.

03/09/2026 By Staff

Grant Report

Barancik Foundation Awards Nearly $11.3 Million in Grants

Plus, Rep. Vern Buchanan announces more than $22 million in Community Project Funding for Florida's 16th District, and more.

03/02/2026 By Staff

Fast Track

Former Tervis CEO Hosana Fieber Named Williams Parker COO

Plus, three local Girl Scouts win a national award, and more.

03/02/2026 By Staff

Preview

WBTT Announces Its 2026-2027 Season

Themed "Rhapsodies of Rhythm," this season's performances span Stevie Wonder to Shakespeare.

02/24/2026 By Staff

Fast Track

HCA Florida Englewood Named a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery

Plus, Sheila Ballesteros McLean joins SeaPort Manatee as chief financial officer, and more.

02/23/2026 By Staff

Grant Report

Manasota ASALH Raises $100,000 for Scholarship Program

Plus, the Community Foundation of Sarasota County awards $191,985 in grant funding to 15 animal welfare nonprofits, and more.

02/23/2026 By Staff

Weather Report

Cold Weather Shelters Are Opening Tonight Ahead of More Chilly Weather

We could see wind chills as low as 29 degrees.

02/23/2026 By Staff

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