Fast Track

Gulf Coast Community Foundation Adds Two to Board

They are Rose-Anne B. Frano and John R. Giglio.

03/09/2022 By Staff

Acquisitions

Sarasota-Based SouthTech Acquired by Thrive

For almost three decades, SouthTech has provided IT support to more than 275 companies in southwest Florida.

03/09/2022 By Staff

Sponsored Content

The Abbe • Ross Team Receives National Recognition

The awards keep coming for Steve Abbe and Wendy Ross as they land among the Top 10 Nationwide for Coldwell Banker.

03/09/2022

Women in Film

The Ultimate Movie Night: Stream Films from the 'Through Women's Eyes' Film Festival

This year's fest features 37 international and domestic films ranging from two to 96 minutes in length.

03/09/2022 By Chloé Cuyler

Your Health Questions Answered

Are You 'Sober Curious'?

Sober curiosity is a movement where people experiment with sobriety for health reasons. A Sarasota rehab facilitator and health coach weigh in.

03/09/2022 By Allison Forsyth

No Changes

No Changes for How Sarasota County Commissioners Are Elected, Public Schools Funded

The results are in from yesterday's special election.

03/09/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Q & A

A Local Ukrainian Shares Her Thoughts on The Russian Invasion

"I think Putin was planning to do this over many years but didn't expect us to stand up to this," says Halyna Kovalyshin, who lives in North Port.

03/08/2022 By Kim Doleatto

War and Wine

Ukrainian Winemakers Are Helping Their Country Resist the Russian Invasion

“If our army needs help from us, we will help."

03/08/2022 By Bob McGinn

Oil and Gas

U.S. Gas Prices Climb to Record-High Price of $4.17 Per Gallon

The U.S. price of oil surged 26 percent last week.

03/08/2022 By Staff

Grants

Gulf Coast Communtiy Foundation Awards $75,000 to Conservation Foundation

The funding is in support of the Quad Parcels re-wilding.

03/08/2022 By Staff

Solar Power

Manatee County Reaches 1 Million FPL Solar Panels Installed

Manatee County reached the milestone at the end of January with the completion of the FPL Elder Branch Solar Energy Center.

03/08/2022 By Staff

Fast Track

Community Foundation of Sarasota County Promotes Director of Community Impact

The foundation also hired a director of marketing.

03/08/2022 By Staff

Gotta Run

Run One Of These Fun Races in Sarasota This March

From Mote's Run for the Turtles to an exciting St. Patrick's Day run at Nathan Benderson Park, these are sure to keep you fit and busy.

03/08/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Openings

Kind Vibes Outfitters to Open in Downtown Wellen Park

The store will offer kayak, paddleboard, bicycle and e-bike rentals.

03/07/2022 By Staff

Fast Track

Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation Names New Board Chair

Deb Kabinoff replaces Michael J. Valentino, who stepped down to devote more time to his family.

03/07/2022 By Staff

Give a Little Bit

Victoria Blooms Is Hosting a Supply Drive for Ukrainians in Need

Victoria Warren, the shop's owner, has family in Ukraine and will ship the donated supplies overseas.

03/07/2022 By Megan McDonald

Coming Attraction

Historic Charles Ringling Building in Downtown Sarasota to Become 'SRQUS' Music Venue

Plans for the property include capacity for between 300 and 500 people, a new mezzanine level, and a speakeasy-type social club on the top floor.

03/07/2022 By Staff

Sponsored Content

Vocal Duo Channels Great American Songbook

Young singers Nick Ziobro and Julia Goodwin light a torch for the songs that are so Unforgettable

03/07/2022

Goated

Goat Yoga Is Still a Thing, and It's Still Super Fun

Goat Yoga SRQ offers weekly classes at Fruitville Grove.

03/07/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Covid-19 Update

Florida Surgeon General Opposes CDC Guidance To Vaccinate Children Against Covid-19

Florida will be the first state in the nation not recommending Covid-19 vaccines for children—despite CDC and American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines.

03/07/2022 By Allison Forsyth