Your Health Questions Answered

What Are the Best Positions to Get a Good Night's Sleep?

Unfortunately, there isn't a simple answer.

02/16/2023 By Isaac Eger

The Square Root of Love

On His 55th Birthday, the Sarasota Community Remembered Artist John Sims

Sims, whose work was conceptual, sometimes controversial and always thought-provoking, died suddenly in December 2022.

02/15/2023 By Kay Kipling

Art Studios

Creative Liberties Has Opened a Second Location in the Limelight District

Seeing the demand and the opportunity, Creative Liberties just keeps growing.

02/15/2023 By Bethany Ritz

Happy Day

Café L'Europe Is Celebrating Its 50th Anniversary

Enjoy wine dinners, complimentary Champagne and more during the historic restaurant's year-long celebration.

02/15/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Restaurant Review

Modern Middle Eastern Cuisine Finds a Home at Florence and the Spice Boys

As friendly as the vibe is, as funky and cool as the interior is, it’s the food that will keep you coming back. 

02/15/2023 By Lauren Jackson

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Resounding with the Thrill of Victory

Sarasota Orchestra offers an uplifting program featuring Copland’s Third Symphony.

02/15/2023 By Betsy Hudson Traba

Aging in Place

How to Create a Safe Space for Your Aging Loved One

Two local experts weigh in on how to navigate multigenerational living, with safety and fitness tips to increase quality of life.

02/14/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Viva Tequila

Rocco's Tacos Will Open at University Town Center on March 6

The long-anticipated restaurant will feature traditional Mexican favorites, more than 300 tequilas and a generous happy hour.

02/14/2023 By Lauren Jackson

My Furry Valentine

How Does a Furry Celebrate Valentine's Day in Sarasota?

AJ Riskey explains why stereotypes about furries are just that—stereotypes. 'It’s just a costume,' she says. 'If someone can dress up as Superman, we can dress up as characters we made up ourselves.'

02/14/2023 By Isaac Eger

Sparkle on

Sarasota's First 'Night to Shine' Was a Celebration to Remember

Last Friday night, more than 60 attendees with special needs walked the red carpet at the prom-inspired celebration.

02/13/2023 By Kim Doleatto

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Sarasota Concert Association Presents Three Extraordinary Orchestras at Van Wezel PAC in March

Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Wednesday, March 1 | English Chamber Orchestra, Sunday, March 12 | Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, Monday, March 27

02/13/2023

Politics

New College Board of Trustees Gives New President Lucrative Contract

Corcoran will make $699,000 per year as New College's president—$394,000 more than previous president Patricia Okker, who was terminated last month.

02/13/2023 By Staff

Black History Month

The Story of Jeffery Bolding, Sarasota's First Enslaved Man

A rediscovered photo sheds light—and darkness—on our history.

02/13/2023 By John McCarthy

Future Time

Sarasota Climate Conference Emphasizes Opportunities in a Growing Crisis

Last week's climate conference noted ways in which solving the climate crisis is not only possible, it's profitable.

02/13/2023 By Bethany Ritz

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02/10/2023

Be Mine

Don't Forget to Make Your Valentine's Day Reservations

Sample a special prix fixe Valentine's Day menu at any of these local spots.

02/10/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Analysis

Why Are Police Officers Overdosing From Fentanyl?

Despite medical evidence that shows that incidental contact with the opioid is not enough to cause an overdose, fear of doing so persists.

02/09/2023 By Isaac Eger

Innovation

Canadian Neuroscientist Wins Prestigious Baranick Foundation Award

Dr. Ruth Ann Marrie is the winner of this year's Barancik Prize for Innovation in Multiple Sclerosis Research.

02/09/2023 By Isaac Eger

Your Health Questions Answered

Are There Harmful Metals in Our Chocolate?

High levels of lead and cadmium are found in many of our favorite chocolates. What can we do to avoid them?

02/09/2023 By Isaac Eger

Tune Up

The Do's and Dont's of a Healthy Relationship, According to Couples' Therapists

Valentine's Day is a good time to reflect on your relationship and check in with your partner.

02/09/2023 By Kim Doleatto