Breaking News

Florida Judge Strikes Down DeSantis' Ban on Mask Mandates in Schools

More Florida children are hospitalized with Covid-19 right now than at any other point in the pandemic.

08/27/2021 By Megan McDonald

What I Did On My Summer Vacation

A Trip to Eleuthera Always Fills My Soul

One highlight: a drive across Glass Window Bridge with its stunning views.

08/27/2021 By Susan Burns

Building Up

A Luxury Senior Living Facility May Be Coming to Downtown Sarasota

The LaVerne would be the first senior housing project in the downtown core.

08/27/2021 By Kim Doleatto

The pandemic

Covid-19 Antibody Treatment Now Available in Manatee County

Manatee Memorial Hospital is working with the state to provide monoclonal antibody treatments to patients who have tested positive for Covid-19.

08/27/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Hurricanes

Hurricane Ida Eyes New Orleans and the Mid-Gulf Coast

Ida will likely go through an explosive development cycle and strike Louisiana late Sunday as a major hurricane—the second in the Gulf in the past two weeks.

08/27/2021 By Bob Bunting

Color Theory

Trend Report: Home Exteriors Are Going Dark

Inky blacks for home exteriors is the latest trend. But in sunny Sarasota, do you dare?

08/27/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Politics

City of Sarasota Charter Review Committee Invites Public Feedback

The city charter outlines the basic organization, functions, powers and procedures of the city government.

08/26/2021 By Staff

STEAM

Library Foundation For Sarasota County Purchases 400 'MakeDo To Go' Kits

The kits encourage young people to imagine, design and create with a basic cardboard box.

08/26/2021 By Staff

What I Did on My Summer Vacation

A Trip to New York Was a Welcome Break From My Laptop

One highlight: making the ascent up famed Mount Washington.

08/26/2021 By Kay Kipling

Moves

Bookstore1 Sarasota Is Moving to The Mark

The new store's official opening date has not been announced yet.

08/26/2021 By Staff

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota This Weekend

New shows at Ringling College, a divine comedy at Venice Theatre, words and music from the Hermitage Artist Retreat and more.

08/26/2021 By Kay Kipling

Development

What's Up With Quay Sarasota?

Here's a peek at what's to come for the downtown Sarasota waterfront property.

08/26/2021 By Susan Burns

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08/26/2021

National Dog Day

Meet the Dogs of Sarasota Magazine

Let's be honest: every day is National Dog Day for these pups.

08/26/2021 By Sarasota Magazine Staff

Good Deeds

Knick's Tavern and Grill, Artisan Cheese Company Help Feed Frontline Workers

As Covid cases surge, the restaurants are providing meals for local first responders.

08/26/2021 By Emma Moneuse

Sponsored Content

Draper and Kramer Mortgage Corp. Opens First Florida Branch in Sarasota

Top national lender brings new home financing options to the Sunshine State.

08/25/2021

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Four Smart Relaxation Techniques: CBD Oil & More

From art projects, to unplugging, to finding the best CBD product on the market today

08/25/2021

Growth

Cruise Car Expands Factory, Triples Workforce

It's the largest manufacturer of specialty low-speed, street-legal vehicles in Florida.

08/25/2021 By Staff

Leadership

Sarasota Chamber Adult Leadership Program Announces Upcoming Class

This year's program had a record number of applicants.

08/25/2021 By Staff

Grants

Embracing Our Differences Receives Tourist Development Cultural/Arts Grant

The $43,157 grant will help fund the organization’s 2022 exhibition season, which is scheduled for Jan. 15-April 10 in Sarasota’s Bayfront Park.

08/25/2021 By Staff