Q & A

Local Real Estate Experts Weigh in on 2022 and Look Forward to 2023

Rising interest and insurance rates, a hurricane and more: three local realtors share what stood out about 2022.

12/16/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Cheers!

All The Best New Year's Events in Sarasota-Manatee

Whether you want to party into 2023 or start the New Year off with a fun run, you'll find a perfect way to ring in the new year.

12/16/2022 By Laura Paquette

R.I.P.

Remembering Sarasota Artist John Sims

Sims, who died earlier this week, spent decades producing provocative art that touched on racism, mathematics and much more.

12/16/2022 By Kay Kipling and Cooper Levey-Baker

Sponsored Content

The Sanderling Club: a look inside of one of Siesta Key's most exclusive communities.

Nestled between lush, verdant foliage and sparkling azure waters lies the Sanderling Club: one of Siesta Key's most exclusive gated communities. 

12/15/2022

Sponsored Content

Shocker… you CAN get it up!

Shockwave therapy for erectile dysfunction may be the solution you’ve been searching for. Meet: BLENDWave at The Blend Institute.

12/15/2022

Deja Brew

Project Opens in the Rosemary District

The new location features a refreshed menu alongside the shop's excellent coffee.

12/15/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Your Health Questions Answered

Is Apple Cider Vinegar a Magic Elixir or Acidic Snake Oil?

Apple cider vinegar is proffered as a cure for what ails us—but how much of it is real? We tried it for ourselves.

12/15/2022 By Isaac Eger

A Gift From the Gods

You Need the Bahi Hut's New Commemorative Mug in Your Life

A perfect gift for any fan of Sarasota history or culture, this mug will sell out fast.

12/15/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Sponsored Content

Embracing Our Differences 20th Anniversary Exhibit Opens!

Join Us At a Special Event on January 22!

12/14/2022

Rudolph Who?

Six Florida Mascots We’d Like to See in a Holiday Parade

You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen. Now meet their Floridian friends.

12/14/2022 By Laura Paquette

Ho Ho Ho

These Local Restaurants Will Be Open on Christmas Day

Ditch the dishes and make Christmas Day reservations instead.

12/14/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Sponsored Content

Embrace Kindness!

Embracing Our Differences Celebrates Outdoor Exhibit’s 20th Anniversary.

12/14/2022

Politics

The Sarasota County School Board Votes Out Superintendent Brennan Asplen

At last night's meeting, board members voted 4-1 to move forward with a separation agreement with Asplen.

12/14/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Spec-Tacular

This House Will Be the Most Expensive Residential Listing in Sarasota County—Ever

The spec home will sit on a 1.3-acre waterfront property on north Siesta Key. Once built, it will be listed for $32.5 million.

12/13/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Beachy Keen

Where to Find Florida-Themed Gifts That People Will Actually Want

These four shops cater to the Florida fanatic in your life.

12/13/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Conservation

Conservation Foundation’s Myakka Headwaters Preserve Grows by 69 Acres

The newly conserved land is adjacent to the existing 363-acre Myakka Headwaters Preserve—conserved in October 2020—where seven streams converge to create the Myakka River.

12/12/2022 By Staff

Grant Report

Community Foundation of Sarasota County Awards Nearly $180,000 in Grants

Plus, Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium receives support from the Manatee Community Foundation and more local grants.

12/12/2022 By Staff

Fast Track

Sarasota Chamber Announces 2022-2023 Board of Directors

Plus, the Sarasota EDC presented its annual awards and impact report and Turning Points was named Sarasota-Manatee Neighborhood Champion by Bank of America.

12/12/2022 By Staff

Travel

AAA Estimates Nearly 6.3 Million Floridians Will Travel Over the Holidays

That’s an increase of nearly 108,000 people over last year and a new record-high for the year-end holiday travel period in Florida.

12/12/2022 By Staff