Siesta key hotels

Eight-Story Siesta Key Hotel Moves Forward

Sarasota County commissioners voted in favor of increasing height and density limits to accommodate the 170-room hotel project. Plus, an update on the three other proposed hotel projects.

10/28/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Share the Shore

Nature Is on Parade in a New Show at the Conservation Foundation

An exhibition of nature photography by Mary Lundeberg opens Nov. 1 at the Conservation Foundation's Bay Preserve.

10/28/2021 By Kay Kipling

Awards

Conservation Foundation Honors 2021 Volunteer of the Year, Partner of the Year

Rob Harlan and Susan Lowy Harlan received the Conservation Partner of the Year award, and Rich and Jane Huhn received the Volunteer of the Year award.

10/28/2021 By Staff

Trick or Treat

The Best Halloween Events in Sarasota-Manatee

Enjoy trick-or-treating, costume contests and plenty of sweets at these events in Sarasota-Manatee.

10/28/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Good Deeds

Safe Children Coalition Seeks Holiday Gifts for Foster/Vulnerable Children

SCC's Angels program matches sponsors to children's gift wish lists.

10/27/2021 By Staff

Grants

Transition Sarasota Awarded $8,500 Grant

The funding comes from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County to support the Suncoast Gleaning Project.

10/27/2021 By Staff

On the Road

Tweeds Custom Suit Shop Expands to Tampa/St. Pete

The shop, owned by Donald Carlson, is housed in a custom-outfitted box truck.

10/27/2021 By Staff

Health News

USF, SMH to Partner to Address Nursing Shortage

A new program will seek to improve the working environment for nurses facing burnout and stress as the pandemic persists.

10/27/2021 By Staff

Jobs

CareerEdge Awards $42,500 to Manatee Memorial Hospital

The funding will be used to upskill entry- to mid-level workers at the hospital.

10/27/2021 By Staff

Sponsored Content

Botanical Oasis Exhibition Opens at 530 Burns Gallery

Join fellow art lovers at the opening reception on Friday, November 5, from 6 to 8 p.m., and view new works by Kathe Fraga and Gary Borse.

10/27/2021

Art For Us All

New Murals Around Town Remind Us of Our Shared Humanity

These murals, created over the past several months, gave us a sense of togetherness in a time of distance and separation.

10/27/2021 By Emma Moneuse

Your Health Questions Answered

How to Keep Your Teeth Healthy During Halloween Season

With Halloween season comes lots of sugar, which is delicious—but it can wreak havoc on your teeth and gums. Here are some healthy habits to keep in mind as you snack.

10/27/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Women of Influence

Don't Miss Our 2021 Women of Influence Event

Rediscover the energy and enthusiasm you’ve missed during these past months.

10/27/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Selby Gardens Names Greg Luberecki VP for Strategic Communications

Luberecki was previously director of communications at Gulf Coast Community Foundation.

10/26/2021 By Staff

Conservation

Sarasota County Votes to Purchase Conservation Foundation’s Recently Protected Land

Sarasota County commissioners approved the purchase of 228 acres in Old Miakka.

10/26/2021 By Staff

Listening to Diverse Voices

An Undocumented Immigrant on What It's Like to Live in the Shadows

From picking oranges to hanging $6,000 chandeliers, an undocumented resident shares what it's like to live and work here.

10/26/2021 By Kim Doleatto

My Opinion

Sarasota Just Lost Some More of Its Public Beaches

Isaac Eger tells us about the new ordinance that further privatizes the Sarasota shoreline.

10/26/2021 By Isaac Eger

Meme me

Five Last-Minute Pop Culture-Inspired Halloween Costumes That Are Easy to Pull Together

Halloween is just five days away—need an idea for a costume? We're here to help.

10/26/2021 By Dedriana Perry

Travel

Allegiant Adds New Service to Akron/Canton from SRQ

The new flight will begin in March.

10/26/2021 By Staff

Real Estate

Longboat Key's St. Regis Project Has Begun

After almost nine years and $100 million dollars spent, the long-awaited St. Regis Residences and Hotel broke ground yesterday.

10/26/2021 By Kim Doleatto