Editors' Picks

What We're Reading Right Now, October 2020 Edition

From absorbing mysteries to Black history, here are the books we've been picking up these days.

10/09/2020 By The Editors

Real Estate Junkie

For Sale: A High-Tech Cottage Renovation in Bradenton

Instead of renovating the 1925 house in a cutesy, shabby-chic way, the owners have rethought it as a stylish home/office that would be perfect for a young entrepreneur.

10/09/2020 By Robert Plunket

Sip Trip

Sarasota’s Best Wine Stores

Here's a list of full-service stores in our region to try when you're on the hunt for your next bottle.

10/08/2020 By Bob McGinn

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota Oct. 8-14

Mars on the move, orchids galore, outdoor concerts and more.

10/08/2020 By Kay Kipling

The Luxury Market

The Residences at St. Regis Longboat Key Launches After $200 Million in Pre-Sales

Three six-story residential buildings with 69 luxury condos will replace the now-razed Colony Beach & Tennis Resort.

10/08/2020 By Ilene Denton

Jobs

Layoffs Will Continue Without More Aid, Economists Say

More than 804,000 Americans filed for unemployment last week.

10/08/2020 By Staff

Health News

Dermatology Practice Expands to Sarasota

This location is the 20th for Academic Alliance in Dermatology, which also has offices in Tampa Bay and Orlando.

10/08/2020 By Staff

Elections

Sample Ballots for Nov. 3 General Election Are In the Mail

The Nov. 3 ballot is a multi-page, 17-inch long ballot.

10/08/2020 By Staff

Economy

Sarasota County Awards Economic Development Incentive to PGT Innovations

The funding is for relocating WinDoor operations to Sarasota County.

10/08/2020 By Staff

Transforming the Arts in Our Community

A conversation with Cheryl Mendelson, CEO of the Van Wezel Foundation

10/07/2020

Finance

Forza Wealth Management Tops $100 Million in Assets Under Management

The Sarasota registered investment adviser has transitioned its registration to the SEC.

10/07/2020 By Staff

Events

Local Public Relations Association Presents Virtual 'State of the Media' Events

The weeklong event will feature 30-45-minute conversations with local media representatives, including Sarasota magazine editor-in-chief Susan Burns.

10/07/2020 By Staff

Marketing

United Way Suncoast Rebrands

The organization also kicked off its annual “Week of Caring” on Monday, Oct. 5.

10/07/2020 By Staff

Fast Track

Halfacre Construction Company Names New Assistant Project Manager

A recent graduate, Brian Berges brings several years of experience working in a variety of roles within large corporations.

10/07/2020 By Staff

Cheers for Tears

Dry Eyes Have Intensified in Lockdown

All that time spent staring at our screens causes a 50 percent or higher reduction in your blink rate.

10/07/2020 By Hannah Wallace

Time to Unplug

Five Simple Ways to Reduce Stress Right Now

When you think you don’t have time for self-care, remember what Mr. Rogers said: “Feeling good about ourselves is essential in our being able to love others.”

10/07/2020 By Heather Dunhill