Caught on Film

Conservation Foundation Opens Its Virtual Summer Photo Contest Exhibit

The beauty of natural Florida is showcased in this juried exhibition. Here's a look at the winners.

06/22/2023 By Staff

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Be Mesmerized By Live Music

Sarasota Music Festival’s final concerts promise “wow” factor .

06/22/2023

End of an Era

The Rise and Fall of Sherry-Lehmann, the Country's Most Influential Wine Store

The legendary New York store is being sued by customers and investigated by the federal government.

06/21/2023 By Bob McGinn

Q & A

An In-Depth Conversation With Terrence Connor, Sarasota County Schools' New Superintendent

"Sarasota has challenges, like all districts, but it has so many things to be proud of, too. It's a great place to raise a family and the schools are great."

06/21/2023 By Kim Doleatto

A Star Is Born

The Literary World Is Finally Embracing Robert Plunket. Sarasota Has Known He's a Genius for Decades.

Earlier this month, New Directions Publishing reissued Plunket’s 1983 debut novel, "My Search for Warren Harding." Now new readers are discovering what we always knew.

06/21/2023 By Pam Daniel

Burning Question

Can You Eat Fruit a Squirrel Has Bitten?

Former editor-in-chief Pam Daniel—chagrined about losing out on fruit from her trees—aims to find out.

06/20/2023 By Pam Daniel

Preview

Here's the Lineup for This Year's Artist Series Concerts

Get ready for a slew of offerings this season: 26 concerts featuring emerging and established classical, jazz, pops and chamber artists.

06/20/2023 By Staff

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06/16/2023

Look up

A New Mural in the Rosemary District Pays Homage to Leonard Reid, One of Sarasota's Most Important Black Leaders

A large image of Reid, the "right-hand man" of Sarasota's first mayor, is now displayed on the side of The Sarasota Modern hotel in the Rosemary District.

06/16/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Flashback

Photo: A Young Father Pushing a Baby Stroller Through Sarasota Trailer Park, 1946

Post-Depression years in Sarasota didn't look bad at all for this young family, thanks in part to the Tin Can Tourist Convention of 1938.

06/16/2023 By Bethany Ritz

Father's Day

The Best Massage Tools for Dad

Father's Day is an often-neglected holiday, but dads need some tender attention, too. Here are the three best massage tools for his aching muscles.

06/15/2023 By Isaac Eger

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06/14/2023

Education

Sarasota County Schools Hires New Superintendent

The board voted 3-2 to appoint Terrence Connor to the job. He is currently deputy superintendent for Hillsborough County Public Schools.

06/14/2023 By Staff

Politics

Business Leaders Say Florida's New Immigration Law Will Make It Harder and More Expensive to Build

The construction industry may take a blow once the state’s new immigration bill takes effect July 1.

06/14/2023 By Kim Doleatto

High Octane Tourism

The Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix Returns to Lido Beach on June 30

Sarasota is the second longest-running powerboat grand prix in the United States.

06/14/2023 By Staff

Savortown

These Are All the Restaurants Extending Their Savor Sarasota Deals

Savor Sarasota ends today, but many restaurants will offer their special menus for weeks to come.

06/14/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Editors' Picks

The Best Bars and Restaurants in Sarasota

Eat your heart out.

06/12/2023

More Condos Coming

New Condos Are Headed to Golden Gate Point

Pre-construction prices start at $2.4 million per unit.

06/12/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Review

Review: Urbanite Theatre Hits Hard With That Must Be the Entrance to Heaven

The world premiere follows the struggles of four Latino boxers, inside and outside the ring.

06/12/2023 By Kay Kipling

Green Scene

Science and Environment Council Announces Upcoming Environmental Summit, Expo

"Our natural environment is the foundation of our economy and quality of life," says Dr. Jennifer Shafer, the council's co-executive director.

06/12/2023 By Staff