Public Health

All Florida State Parks to Close

Limiting hours and reducing visitor capacity have not resulted in the reductions needed to protect public health, park leadership said.

03/23/2020 By Megan McDonald

Coronavirus

Many in the Food and Beverage Industry Are Facing an Uncertain Future

'We'll make it through somehow,' says restaurateur Paul Caragiulo. 'I mean, what choice do you have?'

03/20/2020 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Breaking News

DeSantis Issues Executive Order Prohibiting Elective Medical Procedures

These procedures are defined as "medically unnecessary, non-urgent or non-emergency procedures or surgery which, if delayed, does not place a patient's immediate health, safety or wellbeing at risk."

03/20/2020 By Megan McDonald

Getting Creative

What You Can Do to Enjoy Art—Despite COVID-19

Some suggestions for your experience, as local organizations work to keep the arts coming.

03/20/2020 By Kay Kipling

Breaking News

DeSantis Directs Restaurants, Fitness Centers to Close

Restaurants are able to keep kitchens open to provide take-out and delivery.

03/20/2020 By Megan McDonald

Comfort food

Five Tasty Takeout Options for When You're Stuck at Home

In uncertain times, Chef Judi is craving food from her favorite restaurants. Here are some of her top takeout destinations.

03/20/2020 By Judi Gallagher

Sponsored Content

Hungry? These Local Restaurants Have You Covered.

Look at the wonderful things local businesses are doing to stay afloat.

03/20/2020

Sponsored Content

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You’re busy, you gotta eat lunch, let us help!

03/20/2020

Breaking News

Healthcare Foundation Approves More Than $1 Million in Grants to Help Fight COVID-19

Funds will be directed toward the purchase of ventilators, infectious disease testing equipment, cleaning robots and more.

03/20/2020 By Megan McDonald

Sponsored Content

What Can You Do to Help Local Businesses?

As you spend a LOT more time at home, you may be wondering, how can I help? After some quick online and over-the-phone research, we came up with few ways you can impact local businesses:

03/20/2020

Hunger

Meals on Wheels Services Confront Rising Needs Caused By COVID-19

'We are seeing a huge increase in needs,' says Amy Towery, the vice president of development at Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee.

03/20/2020 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Virtual Stylist

Sarasota Boutique Offering Curbside Delivery Service

T. Georgiano's is still serving customers during COVID-19 outbreak by offering online shopping services, curbside delivery and virtual styling sessions.

03/19/2020 By Allison Forsyth

Business

State Activates Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program

The bridge loan program will provide short-term, interest-free loans to small businesses that experience economic injury from COVID-19.

03/19/2020 By Staff

Update

Asolo Rep Cancels Remainder of Season, and Other Arts-Related Closings News

All of our area's arts organizations are deeply affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

03/19/2020 By Kay Kipling

Photo of the Day

Photo of the Day: A Purple Sunset on Siesta Key

Consider this your daily moment of zen.

03/19/2020 By Staff

Hand Up

Local Distilleries Produce Hand Sanitizer in Response to Shortage

Loaded Cannon and Drum Circle Distilling are producing and distributing free hand sanitizer to hospitals, nursing homes and first responders.

03/19/2020 By Allison Forsyth

Best of Sarasota

Introducing the Sarasota Hope Photo Project

We invite you to submit photos that are uplifting, remind us why we love Sarasota and the surrounding areas, and show works of beauty or acts of kindness in these troubling days.

03/19/2020

Real Estate Junkie

For Sale: Three Homes for Hunkering Down

From a Gulf-front estate to a well-priced condo, here are some houses we wouldn't mind spending (extended) time in.

03/19/2020 By Robert Plunket

Economy

Florida Small Businesses Can Now Apply for Disaster Relief Loans

The SBA is offering Economic Disaster Injury Loans of up to $2 million for Florida's small businesses and nonprofits.

03/19/2020 By Staff

Eat Green

Worden Farm Extends Organic Veggie Box Deliveries Through April 15

While the Sarasota Farmers Market is closed due to the COVID-19 outbreak, Worden Farm is offering an opportunity to stock up on locally grown, organic produce.

03/19/2020 By Allison Forsyth