Heroes in a Half Shell

Mote Releases Two Rehabilitated Sea Turtles

Lilly and Farmer recovered from red tide toxins at Mote's Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Hospital.

05/16/2023 By Staff

City Love

Sarasota Ranked No. 5 Best Place to Live in the U.S.

The ranking comes from U.S. News & World Report's annual list. Our region was also named the No. 1 best place to live in Florida.

05/16/2023 By Staff

Our Savor Returns

Savor Sarasota Returns June 1-14

Participating restaurants will offer special prix fixe menus to attract locals and visitors alike.

05/16/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Grant Report

Manatee Credit Union Receives $2.1 Million Grant

Plus, the Selby Foundation awards more than $1 million in grants, the Sarasota Audubon Society receives $75,000 for its Quad Parcels re-wilding project, and more.

05/15/2023 By Staff

Fast Track

Hugh Culverhouse Inducted to University of Alabama’s Inaugural 1831 Society

Plus, the finalists for the Sarasota Chamber's 2023 Frank G. Berlin Sr. Small Business Awards and more.

05/15/2023 By Staff

Review

Review: Asolo Rep Offers Up a Rousing Man of La Mancha

The season closer offers some fresh eyes on the decades-old "Impossible Dream" musical.

05/15/2023 By Kay Kipling

Road Trip!

The Michelin Guide Awarded Three New Stars to Tampa Restaurants Last Night

In its second year evaluating Florida, the Michelin Guide selected three Tampa restaurants and one Miami restaurant to receive new stars.

05/12/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Ahoy!

Gillespie Park's Iconic Boat and Lighthouse Property Is For Sale

The 1933 boat and lighthouse—plus two empty lots next door and a 1926 cottage—could be yours for just under $2.5 million.

05/12/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Swellin' Wellen

A New Neighborhood Is Headed to Wellen Park

Situated along a 50-acre lake, Everly will include resort-style amenities and custom homes in South Sarasota. Prices will start at $736,000.

05/12/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Mother's Day

Looking For a Book for Mom? Here Are Our Top Picks For Mother's Day

If mom's too busy to pick out a book these days, help her out so she can cozy up with one of these great reads.

05/11/2023 By Bethany Ritz

Tamiami Tales

Central Cocoanut Residents Relieved About Scrapped Carwash Plans

Tommy’s Express Car Wash withdrew a proposal for a new location in the historic Central Cocoanut neighborhood, just north of downtown Sarasota.

05/11/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Off The Hook

Tommy Bahama Is Opening a New Restaurant and Retail Space in Lakewood Ranch

Slated to open in the spring of 2024, Marlin Bar will offer a combination of retail and dining at Center Point at Waterside.

05/10/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Foiled Again

What's an eFoil and Is It Worth the Cost?

We tried the expensive new water toy that Silicon Valley dads are loving.

05/10/2023 By Isaac Eger

Mom's Day

What Moms Actually Want This Mother's Day

Time to herself, acts of service and naps top out the most wanted items moms crave for Mother's Day—not essential oils or herbal tea.

05/10/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Flying Colors

The Progress Pride Flag is Flying at City Hall This Week. Here’s What It Stands For.

"We’re not a political party. We are humans, and this is about a community coming together to show support," says Shannon Fortner, executive director and founder of the Fabulous Arts Foundation.

05/10/2023 By Bethany Ritz

Electric Cruiser Bike: 4 Best Electric Bikes for Every Type of Rider

Electric cruiser bikes can add flair to your life.

05/09/2023

Listening to Black Voices

Longtime Educator Dr. Caryl J. Sheffield on the Power of Culturally Sensitive Teaching

Sheffield, a retired professor, also shares the story of her paternal grandfather, Caesar Sheffield, who was lynched in the early 1900s, and how his death resonated in her family.

05/09/2023 By Heather Dunhill