Grief Care for All

Tidewell Foundation funds free grief programs for the community

11/25/2024

Gobble this

A List of Last-Minute Thanksgiving and Local Food Giveaways

As local residents continue to recover from the impacts of the recent hurricanes, local organizations are stepping up to provide food to those in need this week.

11/25/2024 By Staff Report

Experience the Magic and Wonder of the John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art

Take a journey through this cultural treasure to discover an enchanting celebration of arts, history, and creativity.

11/22/2024

Inside Job

Home Tour: A University Place Remodel Showcases Local Craftsmanship, Bold Colors and Patterns

Caroline and Tim Ryan's three-bedroom, two-story home has undergone a complete remodel.

11/22/2024 By Kim Doleatto

real estate report

From Surge to Slowdown, Sarasota-Manatee Housing Market Faces Shifting Tides

Closed sales drop, inventory rises and time-to-sale stretches as the real estate market responds to economic pressures and storm recovery.

11/22/2024 By Kim Doleatto

All Faiths Food Bank

Turning empty plates into ThankFULL Hearts this holiday season

11/21/2024

Just Keep Swimming

Mote Aquarium Will Reopen Tomorrow—and Introduce Lou, a New Manatee, to the Public

After eight weeks of closure due to the back-to-back hurricanes, Mote will open its City Island aquarium tomorrow at 9 a.m.

11/21/2024 By Megan McDonald

Funding Fallout

State and Local Leaders Cut Funding for Arts Organizations This Year. Will Things Be Any Better Next Time Around?

Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed $32 million in funding for the arts in June due to concerns over content, and the Sarasota County nixed grants to three arts organizations a month later.

11/21/2024 By Kay Kipling

Start Spreading the News

The Best Shows, Exhibits, Talks and Performances Coming to Sarasota This Season

We’re in for another stellar arts season. Here are some of the shows and events we’re most jazzed about.

11/21/2024 By Kay Kipling

Comeback Story

After Back-to-Back Hurricanes, the Local Tourism Industry Focuses on Recovery

The hospitality industry was devastated by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, but business owners and employees say they’re on the mend.

11/20/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Still Standing

After an Unprecedented Hurricane Season, Residents Say They're Determined to Come Back Stronger

We're sharing stories of tragedy and resilience and talking to residents and business owners about how the storms have upended their lives, their finances and their plans for the future.

11/20/2024

Information Overload

Why Was There So Much Disinformation After Hurricanes Helene and Milton?

Rumors and untruths proliferated as Hurricanes Helene and Milton destroyed communities. Why do we keep falling for them?

11/20/2024 By Megan McDonald

The Climate Connection

Climate Change Is Making Extreme Weather More Common and More Dangerous

This year's storms were the latest in a string of extreme weather events that have struck our area in recent years.

11/20/2024 By Cooper Levey-Baker

The Aftermath

Local Residents and Business Owners Pick Up the Pieces After a Catastrophic Hurricane Season

“You jump the first hurdle, then get a giant kick to the gut. That’s what’s been so traumatizing.”

11/20/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Love in the Time of Airplanes

Lee Kreindler Changed the Field of Aviation Law. In a New Book, His Wife Ruth Honors His Legacy.

Ruth Kreindler, 92, looks back on her husband’s legacy—and the groundbreaking impacts he had on the legal field.

11/20/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Gone But Not Forgotten

Hurricane Helene Destroyed the Iconic, Architecturally Significant Sanderling Cabanas on Siesta Key

For the families who gathered at the Paul Rudolph-designed cabanas, all that remains are the memories.

11/20/2024 By Ruth Lando

Inland Empire

Lakewood Ranch's Restaurant Scene Just Gets Better and Better

Here are some of our current favorites.

11/20/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Up, Up and Away

Allegiant Adds Eight New Nonstop Flights From SRQ

Plus, SRQ's new Concourse A will open on Jan. 15, and the airport's longtime leader Rick Piccolo will retire next June.

11/20/2024 By Megan McDonald

Q & A

Three Local Realtors Share Their Thoughts on Sarasota's Post-Hurricane Residential Real Estate Market

Debi Reynolds, Terrence Cook and Tony Barrett discuss the effects of an unprecedented hurricane season on the local market, which was already experiencing a shift.

11/19/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Disaster Relief

How to Give and Get Help After Hurricane Milton

We’ll keep this list updated as more services and resources become available.

11/19/2024 By Staff

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