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Flashback

Photo: Winter in Sarasota, 1940

Joseph Janney Steinmetz captures a classic "why-we-love-living-here" moment.

12/02/2025 By Megan McDonald

Water World

Ditch the Car for a Stress-Free, Fresh-Air Ferry Ride to Anna Maria Island

If this doesn’t sound idyllic, then you’ve never driven a car to Anna Maria.

12/02/2025 By Brian Cohen

Parks for Everyone

Get Outside and Explore Our Welcoming Parks and Preserves

The region has a wealth of these restorative spaces to enjoy, no matter your passion. Here are 10 to explore.

12/01/2025 By Kendall Southworth

Dive Into Resort Life

Unplug and Recharge at These Five Local Resorts

We found five resorts for different budgets and tastes that offer convenience, comfort and beauty.

12/01/2025

Dive Into Resort Life

Downtown, Beach or Golf Course, The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota Pampers Guests in Signature Ritz Style

Twenty-four years after it opened, the Ritz remains a place to see and be seen—and to escape.

12/01/2025 By Megan McDonald

Dive Into Resort Life

For the Ultimate in Luxurious Pampering, Look No Further Than St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

The St. Regis has brought a new level of luxury and wealth to our region—and reminded us of everything we’ve always loved about living here.

12/01/2025 By Megan McDonald

Dive Into Resort Life

The Resort at Longboat Key Club Embodies History and Beachy Luxury

The resort sits on the sprawling Gulf-front site of John Ringling’s planned Ritz-Carlton Hotel and lives up to its venerable history.

12/01/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Dive Into Resort Life

Soak up Affordable Relaxation and a Whole Lot of Family Fun at Zota Beach Resort

The four-star resort opened in 2017 with on-site dining, a pool bar, private cabanas, watersports and beachfront access.

12/01/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Dive Into Resort Life

Lido Beach Resort Stands the Test of Time

Built in 1969, the resort has attracted visitors from around the world for decades.

12/01/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Heroes on the Half Shell

Mote Reports Record Sea Turtle Nesting Numbers for 2025

This year saw more 1,366 more sea turtle nests on local beaches than last year, including some incubating into November.

11/24/2025 By Staff

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Gawkers Delight

Quick! Grab a Spot on Selby Gardens’ Boat Tour to Spanish Point

You’ll learn about water, nature, history and, of course, gawk at waterfront mansions.

11/24/2025 By Susan Burns

End of an Era

Good-Bye, Hart's Landing

Last year's hurricanes destroyed the iconic bait shop's docks. This week, the site was razed.

11/12/2025 By Megan McDonald

Grounded!

The Government Shutdown Is Creating Travel Headaches Everywhere

The FAA announced today that it intends to decrease air traffic by 10 percent in 40 markets nationwide starting Friday morning, including at Tampa International. At SRQ, seven flights were delayed today.

11/06/2025 By Megan McDonald

In Fine Feather

It’s Peak Birding Season Look for These Migrating 'Lifer' Birds Making a Stop in Sarasota

At the Celery Fields and in woodland areas like Pinecraft Park, you’ll spot numerous kinds of birds, from jaw-droppingly colorful painted buntings to chicken-like soras and flashy scarlet tanagers.

11/05/2025 By Megan McDonald

Play Ball!

Pittsburgh Pirates, Baltimore Orioles, Atlanta Braves Announce 2026 Spring Training Schedule

This spring, fans can look forward to more Spring Breakout, increased access to Orioles' practices and international matchups ahead of the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

11/05/2025 By Megan McDonald

Burning Question

What Does Florida’s New Beach Access Law Mean?

Coastal rights attorney Pepper Uchino weighs in on the sand wars.

11/03/2025 By Isaac Eger

Country Soul

Ghost Hounds’ Lead Singer SAVNT Brings His Sound to Sarasota

The band—which has opened for music legends, including the Rolling Stones—and its lead singer will perform a free concert at The Bay on Nov. 1.

10/28/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Rainy Day? Go Play!

Where to Take the Kids on a Rainy Day

Rainy day? No problem—from roller-skating to go-carting to visiting a science center or aquarium, we've got a can't-miss list of things to do with kids.

09/30/2025 By Lauren Jackson and Kim Doleatto

In Full Flower

Selby Gardens Announces 2025-2026 Programming

The gardens will open its 2025 Orchid Show next month with an installation by British contemporary artist Rebecca Louise Law. Plus: "Flowers and Friendship" from Lynn Goldsmith and Patti Smith, and more.

09/10/2025 By Staff

Making a Splash

Randy and the Dolphins

Marine scientist Randall Wells knows Sarasota’s dolphins better than anyone in the world. Just don’t ask him to read their minds.

09/05/2025 By Isaac Eger

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