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Join Us and the Region’s Top Changemakers for 'Powered by Philanthropy' at the St. Regis Longboat Key

On Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, Powered by Philanthropy will celebrate our region’s signature spirit of giving.

10/13/2025

Philanthropy

Barancik Foundation Names Next President and CEO

John Brothers, who most recently served as president of the T. Rowe Price Foundation and T. Rowe Price Charitable, succeeds the Barancik Foundation's outgoing president and CEO Teri Hansen.

10/13/2025 By Staff

Suncoast Searchlight

Pam Ames Takes on Arcadia’s Toughest Job: Saving Main Street

Twenty years ago, Arcadia boasted more than two dozen antique stores that sustained the economy. Today fewer than half remain, after one of the roughest summers in memory.

10/13/2025 By Derek Gilliam/Suncoast Searchlight

Review

WBTT's 'Purlie' Spreads a Message Through Laughter

The musical uses often broad comedy to tackle racism in the Jim Crow South.

10/13/2025 By Kay Kipling

Advantage Point

The Mirror Effect: What Your Business Habits Reflect About Your Future

Your current habits reflect your future success. Whether you realize it or not, the small things you do every day are building your tomorrow.

10/13/2025

Advantage Point

Chic Fall Wedding Guest Dress Styles to Inspire Your Autumn Look

This guide will introduce the best attire styles for autumn wedding guests, helping you effortlessly choose outfits that are both appropriate and uniquely autumnal.

10/13/2025

Advantage Point

A Groom’s Guide to Elegance: Finding the Perfect Suit for the Big Day

The right suit is not just a garment — it is a statement of elegance, confidence, and personality.

10/13/2025

Advantage Point

Sarasota 2.0: The City’s Quiet Tech Transformation

From Wi-Fi benches to bayfront sensors and AI-powered traffic lights, Sarasota is weaving technology into its everyday beauty, one subtle upgrade at a time.

10/13/2025

Coming Home

One Year After Milton, ALSO Youth Reopens at a New Location

The LGBTQ+ youth organization’s return coincides with the hurricane’s anniversary and World Mental Health Day, underscoring the stakes for young locals navigating politics, identity and belonging.

10/09/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Pier Review

Rebuilding of Anna Maria Island's City Pier to Begin Soon

Construction on the pier will begin within the next two months—with test pilings installed in the next two weeks—and the pier will be "substantially complete" by April 2026. 

10/09/2025 By Megan McDonald

Suncoast Searchlight

‘Hostile Takeover’: Charter Operator Files to Occupy Three Sarasota Schools

In three nearly identical two-page notices, the charter school laid out plans for takeovers at Brookside Middle, Emma E. Booker Elementary School and Oak Park School, a K-12 campus that serves students with disabilities.

10/09/2025 By Derek Gilliam/Suncoast Searchlight, Alice Herman/Suncoast Searchlight, and Josh Salman/Suncoast Searchlight

Sponsored Content

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10/09/2025

Sponsored Content

Best of Newtown’s History, Culture, and Cuisine to be On Display at A Taste of Newtown - Local Vendors Encouraged to Apply!

Free and open to the public, A Taste of Newtown Takes Place at Robert L. Taylor on Saturday, November 8.

10/09/2025

Arrivederci!

Caragiulos Is Closing on Oct. 26 and Will Reopen on Ringling Boulevard in January

The 36-year-old pizza and pasta joint will reopen in a new location on Ringling Boulevard in January 2026.

10/08/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Water World

Mote's New Science Education Aquarium Is Open

Years in the making, the $132 million facility includes 1 million gallons of aquatic exhibitions, including  sharks and stingrays, manatees, otters, penguins, a giant octopus, sharks, otters and more, plus three state-of-the-art STEM teaching labs.

10/08/2025 By Megan McDonald Videography by Joshua Bodkin

Advantage Point

The Smart Shopper’s Guide to Sustainable Tech Choices

When you understand the impact of e-waste, you're more likely to think twice before buying the newest phone or tossing out the old one. 

10/08/2025

Advantage Point

Top 3 Best Essay Writing Services for Students

Looking for the best essay writing services? Discover trusted sites that help students handle deadlines, boost grades, and keep life stress-free.

10/08/2025

Among the Flowers

Rebecca Louise Law Explores Time, Survival and Community in Her Orchid Show Installation at Selby Gardens

The British artist’s installation opens at the gardens’ downtown campus on Saturday, Oct. 11. 

10/07/2025 By Megan McDonald

Advantage Point

Walking on Clouds: Best Sellers by REEF that are Winning Hearts among Women

When you hear about REEF, you may imagine surf, sea, and sand; however, the line of women's friendly footwear that is the brand's bestseller is not limited to days at the beach.

10/07/2025

Advantage Point

Cultural Trends We're Seeing This Fall

Discover Fall 2025 cultural trends in fashion, food, entertainment, and lifestyle, highlighting comfort, nostalgia, and seasonal experiences.

10/07/2025

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