Breaking News

Sarasota African American Coalition Sets Plans for Museum in Motion

CEO Vickie Oldham will present updated facility plans in a city commission meeting on Monday, August 2.

07/30/2021 By Allison Forsyth

The Pandemic

Publix Will Require Employees to Wear Masks Again

The change is effective Aug. 2.

07/30/2021 By Staff

Grants

WBTT Receives Grant for Communications System

The $45,745 in funding comes from the William G. and Marie Selby Foundation.

07/29/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Visible Men Academy Adds Three New Board Members

Betsy Noel Friedman, Dr. Janet Taylor and Roberto Villaneuva have joined the Bradenton school's board of directors.

07/29/2021 By Staff

Health News

Tidewell Hospice Expanding Children’s and Family Grief Services in Newtown

Tidewell’s Blue Butterfly Newtown program sessions will begin August 18 at Bethlehem Bible Church.

07/29/2021 By Staff

Construction

Downtown Sarasota Lanes Closed Until 6 A.M.

FDOT crews are removing the existing curb, median and HAWK pedestrian crossing at First Street in preparation for roundabout construction.

07/29/2021 By Staff

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota July 29-Aug. 4

The Summer Circus Spectacular, a performance by the Sarasota Cuban Ballet School, Venice Theatre's Summer Cabaret Festival and more.

07/29/2021 By Kay Kipling

Covid-19

What Do We Need to Know About the Covid-19 Delta Variant and Breakthrough Cases?

Sarasota Memorial Hospital infectious disease specialist Dr. Manuel Gordillo breaks down what's happening locally.

07/29/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Memories of a Clown

Former Clown Peggy Williams Looks Back on Her Decade in the Ringling Bros. Circus

There were no tears of a clown for this lady.

07/29/2021 By Stacey Altherr

The Pandemic

'We're in Pandemic Mode': Here's What's Happening With Covid-19 at SMH

"When you go through the ICU, it's an eye-opener."

07/29/2021 By Megan McDonald

Sporting Events

Bradenton Is Hosting the Cornhole World Championship This Week

A $50,000 prize awaits the cornhole champion.

07/29/2021 By Emma Moneuse

Grants

Healthy Start Coalition of Sarasota County Reaches Fundraising Milestone

The Dr. Washington Clark Hill Endowment Fund will allow Healthy Start to expand its programs, increase resources and support other needs.

07/28/2021 By Staff

Awards

Ross Johnston Named 2021 Young Professional of the Year

Johnston is the YPG's membership chair and the manager of visitor engagement at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

07/28/2021 By Staff

Health News

SMH Announces Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute Inaugural Physician Team

Medical oncologist Dr. Richard Brown will oversee the team of more than 70 community physicians.

07/28/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Goodwill Manasota Names New President

Goodwill VP of operations Donn Githens will succeed retiring CEO Bob Rosinsky in June 2022.

07/28/2021 By Staff

The Pandemic

CDC Issues New Mask Guidelines in Response to Surging Covid Cases

As of July 27, Florida was averaging 12,496 daily cases—a 124 percent increase over the previous 14 days.

07/28/2021 By Megan McDonald

Fun House

For Sale: This House Has a Grotto. Yes, a Grotto.

Situated on three acres, this contemporary ranch home just east of I-75 also has a pool, a zipline, a treehouse and more.

07/28/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Ain't No Thing but a Chicken Wing

No Need To Fear Shortage on National Chicken Wing Day, Sarasota Butchers Say

A nationwide chicken shortage has led to low availability and raised prices. But local butchers aren't worried.

07/28/2021 By Emma Lichtenstein

Marching To The Beat

Cardio Drumming Is the Latest Workout Craze

TikTok sensation "Cardio Drumming Donna" teaches hundreds of people how to do this upbeat, fun exercise from her home in The Villages. Similar classes are available in Sarasota.

07/28/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Your Health Questions Answered

What are the Signs of Hearing Loss?

An audiologist gives us tips on preserving our hearing and when it's time to get a hearing test. (P.S.: Put away your Q-tips.)

07/28/2021 By Allison Forsyth