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End of an Era

Ed Chiles' Sandbar, Mar Vista and Beach House Restaurants Have Been Sold

In a letter to his staff, Chiles reflected on his restaurants' humble beginnings and his 45-year career. "We have come a long way," he wrote.

07/18/2024 By Megan McDonald

Seeing Stars

Visit Sarasota County Inks Name, Image and License Deal With 2024 Olympic Swimmer Emma Weyant

Weyant, who won a silver medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, will swim the 400-meter individual medley at the Paris Olympics this month.

07/17/2024 By Megan McDonald

Bayfront for Rent

Another Quay Sarasota Project Is Wrapping Up—This One With Rental Units

Cordelia, a 12-story mixed-use project, will bring 240 long-term rental units to downtown Sarasota, plus a restaurant and retail space.

07/17/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Beach Bound

Siesta Key Beach, Anna Maria Island Named Best Beaches in Florida by U.S. News & World Report

Both spots were recognized for their soft sand and overall beauty.

07/17/2024 By Megan McDonald

Waste Not

Sunflower Market Is Combating Food Waste by Selling Discounted Food That Might Otherwise End up in a Landfill

"I often joke that it’s a little bit like if Whole Foods and Ollie’s had a baby," says co-owner Lisa Crawford.

07/16/2024 By Stephanie Churn Lubow

Welcome to Paradise

The St. Regis Longboat Key Has Announced Its Culinary Leadership

The property will be home to seven—yes, seven!—food and beverage outlets.

07/12/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Air Quality

Sarasota County Issues Air Quality Alert Due to Saharan Dust

Particulate matter levels from the dust may reach the "unhealthy for sensitive groups" category.

07/11/2024 By Staff

Theater

Sarasota Jewish Theatre Launches 'Newish Jewish Plays' Series

The three pieces were picked from a submission of 19 new plays by Jewish playwrights or plays dealing with Jewish content.

07/10/2024 By Staff

Affordable Housing

In the Wake of Florida's Arts Funding Cuts, Florida Studio Theatre Receives Workforce Housing Grant for Its New Arts Plaza

Ron DeSantis cut $32 million in funding from Florida's arts budget—but a $1 million grant for affordable housing made it through for Florida Studio Theatre. That means the organization is on track to break ground on a new $57 million project next year.

07/10/2024 By Kim Doleatto

🦉🦉🦉

Sarasota Hooters Employee Sarah Magda Will Compete in the Hooters International Pageant

Magda will face off against 29 other contestants for the chance to win bragging rights and some major prize money.

07/10/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Class Is in Session

Up Your Wine Knowledge at a Michael's Wine Cellar Gathering

The Wine Cellar Social Club and Saturday Open House tastings each offer a chance for wine lovers to up their game.

07/10/2024 By Bob McGinn

Listening to Black Voices

Transportation Expert Paul Toliver on Growing Up in Segregated Alabama and the Impact of AI on Public Transit

"It's important to believe that we all have a right to be here."

07/09/2024 By Heather Dunhill

Preview

The Ringling Announces Its 2024-2025 Art of Performance Lineup

Highlights include work by hip-hop choreographer Rennie Harris, a performance inspired by mushrooms and a celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

07/09/2024 By Staff

Fast Track

Conservation Foundation Hires New Controller

Plus, board appointments, Goodwill Manasota's Community Ambassadors of the Year, and more.

07/08/2024 By Staff

Grant Report

FST Receives $2 Million Gift to Support Arts Plaza Project

Plus, USF receives a $1 million estate gift and CareerEdge receives a $150,000 grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation.

07/08/2024 By Staff

Review

FST's Dear Jack, Dear Louise Is a Ken Ludwig Play with Heart

Telling the true story of a World War II courtship through letters, the comedy-drama touches and entertains.

07/08/2024 By Kay Kipling

Nature Calls

Check Out the Winners of the Conservation Foundation's Summer Photo Contest

Photographers of all ages and experience levels were invited to submit original work showcasing the beauty of natural Florida.

07/08/2024 By Staff

Throwback

Photos: 125 Years of Sarasota Swimsuits

Oh, how times have changed! As we enter the dog days of summer, let's take a look back at a century of Sarasota swimwear.

07/05/2024 By Megan McDonald

Hi, Bonsai

The Sarasota Region Is Home to a Dedicated Group of Bonsai Lovers

The art of creating these miniature trees isn't only for karate masters—but bonsai owners are obsessed with their craft.

07/05/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Good Build

New Housing For Adults With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Is On The Horizon

The Haven, a local nonprofit, is poised to build new supported independent housing on a parcel it recently acquired near its campus on DeSoto Road. It will be life-changing for its residents.

07/03/2024 By Kim Doleatto

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