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Market Days

Two Local Farmers Markets Named No. 1 and No. 2 in America

Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch just claimed the top two spots in a national farmers market ranking, giving us yet another reason to feel pretty good about ourselves.

10/05/2026 By Kendall Southworth

Suncoast Searchlight

Ben Quartermaine Was Hired to Fix Sarasota Stormwater. A Year Later, Problems Persist

After catastrophic flooding exposed deep problems in Sarasota County’s stormwater operation, the county has a new department, a new director and more workers. But a year into the turnaround, stubborn problems remain.

10/05/2026 By Derek Gilliam/Suncoast Searchlight

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Sarasota Orchestra Presents Star Wars: Return of the Jedi Live in Concert

It’s iconic. It’s climactic. It’s pure cinema magic. And it’s coming to the Van Wezel October 23-24. Got your tickets to the best show in the galaxy?

10/05/2026

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Off the Page Returns to Sarasota County

The nationally recognized literary celebration brings authors, readers and aspiring writers together throughout November.

10/05/2026

Village Reprieve

Apartment Deal Falls Through for Sarasota’s Historic Downtown Village

A proposed 324-unit apartment complex would have replaced the colorful cottages on Fruitville Road. Now, tenants have more time to plan—and the owners say the property isn’t for sale.

10/05/2026 By Kim Doleatto

ArtsBeat

Sarasota Contemporary Dance Turns 21

The upcoming season will celebrate company's roots and break new ground.

10/05/2026 By Carrie Seidman/ArtsBeat.org

Monster Mash

Photo of the Week: Lights at Spooky Point

Spooky season is here.

10/02/2026 Photography by Damon Powers

Hall of the Future

Sarasota Orchestra Music Center Tunes Up

Orchestra leaders and design team members share updates on the multimillion project with Architecture Sarasota audiences.

10/02/2026 By Kay Kipling

Lease Relief

Sarasota Lands Among the Nation’s Best Cities for Renters

After the pandemic rent surge, Sarasota remains in the nation’s top 10 for renters as new apartments and move-in deals expand their options.

10/02/2026 By Kim Doleatto

Young at Heart

Manatee Performing Arts Center Focuses on Youth and Education

The Manatee Performing Arts Center and its resident community theater, the long-running Manatee Players, are breaking new ground this season, in more ways than one.

10/01/2026 By Kay Kipling

Well Drawn

Sarasota Firms Make Forbes’ 2026 Best Architects Lists

Seibert Architects and Halflants + Pichette earned repeat recognition, giving our relatively small city another reason to brag.

10/01/2026 By Kim Doleatto

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“Spirited” Musical Ghost Tour of Sarasota’s Haunted Past

Ghost Stories, Mystery Spirits & Spooky Fun!

10/01/2026

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Inside the Private Club Lifestyle at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Sarasota Bay

As the waterfront residences prepare for completion later this year, Sarasota is getting its first look at how The Harbor Club will come to life.

10/01/2026

Go South

What’s Cooking in South County? A Bunch of New Restaurants

From Roman pasta and a French pâtisserie to a sports bar with Cuban influences, here’s what’s new and what’s coming to Venice, Wellen Park and South Sarasota County.

09/30/2026 By Kim Doleatto

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Unpacking Emotional Baggage: Lifeline Productions Premieres Danielle Jacobs’ Solo Show, Baggage Claim

Don't miss Baggage Claim this October in Sarasota, a new production blending humor and raw honesty to explore emotional baggage and healing.

09/30/2026

Suncoast Searchlight

DeSantis Appointee’s Family Complained About a Teacher. Uthmeier Called for Her Firing

The grandchild of a Gov. Ron DeSantis appointee appears to be at the center of complaints against a Pine View School teacher whom Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier publicly accused of mistreating an eighth-grade student over his political views.

09/29/2026 By Alice Herman/Suncoast Searchlight

Room to Roam

Siesta Key Estate Sells for $26 Million Cash—the Area’s Most Expensive Home Sale of 2026

Built on a vacant Gulf-front lot, 3990 Higel Ave. has seven bedrooms, a guest house and 131 feet of Gulf frontage.

09/29/2026 By Kim Doleatto

Fast Track

Veronica Thames Named CEO of Dogs Inc

Plus, activist Jono Miller has been selected to receive the 2026 Robert M. Artz Advocate Award from the National Recreation and Park Association, and more. 

09/28/2026 By Staff

Grant Report

Barancik Foundation Awards More Than $8.7 Million in Grants

Plus: expanded funding for a school-based mental health program, and more.

09/28/2026 By Staff

Oui Can’t Wait

Comptoir Brings a Taste of Provence to North Tamiami Trail

French-born chef and former wine importer Gregory Desvenain's all-day café is now open across from Ringling College.

09/28/2026 By Kim Doleatto

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