Once Upon a Time in Florida

A Journey Through Old Florida With the State’s Last Cowboys

The seven-day, six-night reenactment offered 350 people on horseback the chance to push 500 head of cattle through 80 contiguous miles of Florida that few people ever get to see.

08/31/2023 By Isaac Eger

Strike Up the Banned

Bookseller Tiffany Razzano Relishes Dealing in Banned Titles

Razzano's store, This Bookstore Kills Fascists, has set up shop in Sarasota with a selection of “anything they don't want you to read in school.’’

08/31/2023 By Jim DeLa/Community News Collaborative

Idalia

Here's an Update on Which Local Parks Are Open

Due to boats that have crashed ashore, buckled sidewalks, fallen light poles and damaged piers, some parks remain closed.

08/31/2023 By Staff

Take Flight

Here Are the Winners of Selby Gardens' 43rd Annual Juried Photographic Exhibition

The show includes more than 300 photographs that were taken by visitors at Selby's two campuses.

08/31/2023 By Staff

Sweet spot

New 'Attainably Priced' Homes Are Headed to Sarasota and Manatee Counties

These single-family homes are filling a much-needed sale price gap. Sarasota's median prices are currently $535,000, and Manatee's are $515,000.

08/31/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Sponsored Content

Great Futures Start Here

“The Club has impacted me in school and my personal life. It pushes me to be the best me and to set a great example for the younger kids.” - Deelecia B., 9

08/31/2023

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Aviva Senior Living: Named ‘2023 Best Retirement Community’

“Building on a 30-year history of excellence to create the most supportive and dignified retirement experience in SWFL.”

08/31/2023

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ALSO Youth

Although progress has been made in protecting rights and securing wider acceptance for the LGBTQ+ community, that does not mean that discrimination and intolerance no longer exist.

08/30/2023

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Healthy Food For a Healthy Community

Together with our partners, we provide healthy solutions to end hunger in our community.

08/30/2023

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The Journey To Recovery Starts Here

“These opportunities have broadened my horizons and improved my own mental health recovery.” - Cayman Seiffert

08/30/2023

Education

Evacuation Centers Close in Sarasota County, Schools Plan to Reopen Tomorrow

Sarasota County schools serving as Idalia evacuation centers have closed and are prepping for school reopening tomorrow. The School District of Manatee County is still determining its reopening date.

08/30/2023 By Staff

Idalia

How to Watch Live Footage of Local Beaches Post-Hurricane Idalia

Watch in real time without leaving the safety of your own home.

08/30/2023 By Staff

Idalia

Most Streets and Bridges Reopen After Flooding From Hurricane Idalia

Due to rain, storm surge and high tide, parts of Sarasota and Manatee counties were closed yesterday, but most are now reopening.

08/30/2023 By Staff

Idalia

Sarasota's Hurricane Watch Is Now a Tropical Storm Warning

In other areas, however, hurricane warnings remain in place.

08/29/2023 By Staff

Idalia

SRQ Airport to Close Ahead of Hurricane Idalia

The airport will close at 7 p.m. tonight, Aug. 29, and plans to reopen at 8 a.m. tomorrow, Aug. 30.

08/29/2023 By Staff

Hurricanes

Hurricane Idalia Is Rapidly Intensifying

A storm surge warning, tropical storm warning and hurricane watch are in effect for Sarasota. A hurricane warning is also posted for coastal Manatee County.

08/29/2023 By Bob Bunting