Open for business

The Sarasota Farmers Market Has a New Manager and Is Adding New Vendors

Foot traffic on Saturday mornings may be lighter than normal this fall, but despite the still-fraught environment for small businesses, the market is growing.

11/30/2020 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Finally!

The 2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season Is Over

This year's season broke records.

11/30/2020 By Megan McDonald

Commercial Real Estate

Three Downtown Properties Leased

And a fourth property in Southside Village sold for $830,000 and will become an audiology center.

11/25/2020 By Staff

Start Them Young

Bazaar on Apricot & Lime to Host Young Entrepreneur Market

The market will be held Jan. 23, 2021, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

11/25/2020 By Staff

Grants

Selby Foundation Awards More Than $1 Million in Fall Grant Cycle

Grants awarded focus on preserving and advancing the safety, security, accessibility, and efficiency of facilities and services provided by these organizations.

11/25/2020 By Staff

Outdoor Adventures

Let's Go Play Tennis at G.T. Bray Park

Hit the courts at G.T. Bray Park in Bradenton after you've enjoyed your Thanksgiving feast.

11/25/2020 By Allison Forsyth

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota: Nov. 25-Dec. 2

An outdoor photo exhibit, last chance to see orchids, Zoom talks and more.

11/25/2020 By Kay Kipling

Chew on this

Now That Florida Is Allowing Edible Cannabis, New Products Are Hitting the State's Shelves

Cannabis companies are selling everything from bite-sized edibles to chocolate bars and cookies.

11/25/2020 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Gobble, Gobble

How to Have a Happy, Healthy Thanksgiving

Registered dietician Rebecca Henson shares her tips.

11/25/2020 By Hannah Wallace

Going fast

Originals Restaurant Group Starts Selling T-Shirts, Tank Tops

The new designs include slogans like 'Eat Sip Support Local,' 'Be Original' and 'Eat Like a Local.'

11/25/2020 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Sponsored Content

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Explore a rare opportunity to own two waterfront homes on one private estate in the luxurious Oaks Bayside.

11/25/2020

Fast Track

Melissa Harris of Ian Black Real Estate Earns SIOR Designation

The designation comes from the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors.

11/24/2020 By Staff

Housing

Harvest House Creates Transitional Living Space for 18- to 24-Year-Old Men in Sarasota

Harvest House's four transitional housing beds for young men now matches the four beds already in place for young women.

11/24/2020 By Staff

Fast Track

Stratum Health System Names Vice-President for Home Health

Cecille Riggs has more than 30 years of experience in health care.

11/24/2020 By Staff

Awards

Sarasota Yacht Club Receives ‘Platinum Club of America’ Distinction

The yacht club was ranked No. 16 in the U.S. by the Club Leaders Forum.

11/24/2020 By Staff

Pet Care

Holistic Veterinary Office Opens in Sarasota

The Red Fox Institute offers integrative treatment for pets.

11/24/2020 By Staff

Mergers

Achieva Credit Union to Acquire Coast 2 Coast Financial Credit Union

Coast 2 Coast, which has $24 million in assets, is expected to ask its members for final approval in early 2021.

11/24/2020 By Staff

Grants

Healthcare Foundation Awards More Than $700,000 in Grants

The funds will be used to help enhance patient outcomes and physician satisfaction, and provide resources to under-served members of the community.

11/24/2020 By Staff

Health News

SunCoast Blood Centers Forms Partnership With U.S. Military

Red blood cells and plasma will be sent to a U.S. military hospital in Iraq.

11/24/2020 By Staff

Awards

Jonathan Lewis Wins Sarasota Chamber Chair's Cup

Lewis, the Sarasota County Administrator, received the award at the chamber's 100th Annual Meeting.

11/24/2020 By Staff