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Sarasota

Savor Sarasota deals extended through June

Fifty-five restaurants will continue to offer special pricing for lunches and dinners.

Harry's Continental Kitchens has been a local favorite for decades.

Latest News

1
  • June 16, 2026
Two new shops coming to St. Armands Circle
Diane DelloRusso, who has worked in the jewelry business for 36 years and been a longtime manager at Jewelry by Cole, said she believes customers will appreciate the new St. Armands Jewelry store with its blend of classic and contemporary styles. She came out of retirement to assist with the transition and can't wait for longtime patrons to see the boutique's new look.
2
  • June 15, 2026
School Board District 1 candidates share their plans at Tiger Bay Club forum
Jimmy Glover, Teresa DeWitt, Heidi Brandt speak at the forum, beside moderator Kevin Cooper.
3
  • June 15, 2026
Sarasota County tells EDC to refine changes to Business Park zoning
County Commissioner Tom Knight told staff and the EDC President and CEO Erin Silk the county must avoid unintended consequences in requested changes to the Business Park zone district.
4
  • June 14, 2026
3 a.m. crash kills Sarasota driver on Interstate 75
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the crash.
5
  • June 12, 2026
Sarasota jazz crusader and filmmaker Carlos Pagán dies at age 78
Carlos Pagán, a fixture of the Sarasota jazz scene, passed away June 7 at age 78.

Neighbors

Jolanta Bremer received the award of the 2026 Queen Helen.
  • June 16, 2026
Attendees get into costume as Mrs. Roper at The Bazaar on Apricot and Lime
Shimon Otsuka joins fans in cheering.
  • June 15, 2026
Hundreds of attendees gather for FIFA World Cup watch party at The Bay
Among Overland Partners designs at Selby Gardens is the new welcome center.
  • June 13, 2026
Architect wins industry award for Selby Gardens design work
Congressman Greg Steube speaks at the ribbon cutting for the completion of the renourishment project at Lido Beach.
  • June 12, 2026
Steube named an MVP in Congressional ballgame

Business

Diane DelloRusso, who has worked in the jewelry business for 36 years and been a longtime manager at Jewelry by Cole, said she believes customers will appreciate the new St. Armands Jewelry store with its blend of classic and contemporary styles. She came out of retirement to assist with the transition and can't wait for longtime patrons to see the boutique's new look.
  • June 16, 2026
Two new shops coming to St. Armands Circle
Silas and Josh Stacy stand amid their collection.
  • June 4, 2026
Father and 7-year-old son get into the business of trading Pokémon cards
University Town Center is poised to welcome more than a dozen new tenants, Ikea this summer to Dick's House of Sport in 2027.
  • June 3, 2026
13 new retailers, eateries coming to University Town Center
Work is underway at 28 N. Boulevard of the Presidents in the first phase of Tom Leonard’s plan to bring the Shore Restaurant back to St. Armands Circle.
  • May 18, 2026
Shore’s return to St. Armands underway with gutting of building

Cops Corner

  • June 17, 2026
Man banned from nightclub because of his 'strange' behavior

A man was banned from a downtown nightclub because of alleged and nonspecified "strange behavior" in an "overcrowded" men's bathroom. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • June 10, 2026
Resort guest annoyed by sunset bagpipe serenade

A beachfront resort guest threatens legal action against a man playing bagpipes at sunset. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Schools

Jimmy Glover, Teresa DeWitt, Heidi Brandt speak at the forum, beside moderator Kevin Cooper.
  • June 15, 2026
School Board District 1 candidates share their plans at Tiger Bay Club forum

Heidi Brandt, Teresa DeWitt and Jimmy Glover are contending for the District 1 seat currently held by Bridget Ziegler.

New College was founded in 1960.
  • May 27, 2026
Finalized deal shifts USF Sarasota-Manatee to New College
Stacy Lenz, a teacher at Gulf Gate Elementary, was surprised by the honor during a ceremony at school, alongside principal Michelle Miller, who nominated her.
  • May 27, 2026
Six Sarasota teachers honored for making a difference
Emerson Lepper greets Principal Ben Hopper.
  • May 23, 2026
Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School celebrates graduates' new horizons
School safety patrol supervisor Justine Holcomb, Noah Moise and Principal Patti Folino stand together.
  • May 22, 2026
Tuttle Elementary fifth grader named AAA School Safety Patroller of the Year
It's high school graduation season again in Sarasota and Manatee counties.
  • May 19, 2026
It's high school graduation season again in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

Sports

Elliott Mathes grew up watching his older brother, Will Mathes, compete for Sarasota Crew at the USRowing Youth National Championships. From June 11-14, he himself rowed with a junior national title on the line.
  • June 16, 2026
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Elliott Mathes

Sitting in the sixth seat, Mathes helped Sarasota Crew's U16 Men's Eight to bronze on the national stage.

Carter Evans (left), a rising senior forward with Riverview boys basketball, drives toward the rim. The Hoop Vibe Summer League is an opportunity for him to workshop his skills in a real-game setting.
  • June 16, 2026
Hoop Vibe Summer League fills void for Bradenton-area high school basketball
Olivia Mulliner sits in the first seat of the Youth Women's Eight for Sarasota Crew — a change in position made after the boat's fourth-place finish at the USRowing Southeast Youth Championships.
  • June 11, 2026
Sister-turned-competitor purses a junior rowing national title
Cardinal Mooney football was stocked with star athletes in 2025 en route to the FHSAA Class 2A state title. The Cougars, though, were far from the only local high school athletic program to achieve big things.
  • June 10, 2026
Best of the Best: Sarasota's top high school athletes of 2025-26
Annabella Cilioni wrapped her sophomore season with Sarasota High by placing 16th in the 3,200-meter relay and 18th in the 3,200-meter run at the FHSAA Class 4A track and field state championships.
  • June 9, 2026
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Annabella Cicilioni
Owen Ayers played his first two seasons of minor-league baseball exclusively with the Myrtle Beach Pelicans of Single-A. So far in 2026, he's spent time with the South Bend Cubs of High-A and Knoxville Smokies of Double-A.
  • June 4, 2026
Sarasota High baseball alumnus turns the corner with consistency

Real Estate

The home at 1915 Tulip Drive was built in 2025 and has four bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 2,918 square feet of living area.
  • June 11, 2026
Top residential real estate sales for May 25-29 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis
The home at 5362 Shadow Lawn Drive to J. Gordon and Gretchen Cooney, of Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, was built in 2023 and has three bedrooms, three-and-two-half baths, a pool and 4,294 square feet of living area.
  • June 4, 2026
Top residential real estate sales for May 18-22 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis
The first property at 943 Pomelo Place was built in 2005 and has four bedrooms, four-and-two-half baths, a pool and 5,764 square feet of living area. The second property was built in 2005 and has one bedroom, one bath and 528 square feet of living area.
  • May 27, 2026
Top residential real estate sales for May 11-15 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis
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Opinion

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  • June 2, 2026
  • By Jeff Brandes
This is not how to 'cut' taxes
2
  • May 29, 2026
  • By Mirabai Holland
It's possible to live with arthritis. Here's how.
3
  • May 28, 2026
  • By Matt Walsh
Cash grab in Manatee, too

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Photo Galleries

Jolanta Bremer received the award of the 2026 Queen Helen.
  • June 16, 2026
Attendees get into costume as Mrs. Roper at The Bazaar on Apricot and Lime
Shimon Otsuka joins fans in cheering.
  • June 15, 2026
Hundreds of attendees gather for FIFA World Cup watch party at The Bay
Liz Chappell, DJ and Maddie Lessig
  • June 10, 2026
Camp Shriver creates place of connection for disabled athletes
Amy Snider and Julie Waters bring some ribbon energy to the dance floor.
  • June 8, 2026
Silver Pride draws nearly 1,000 in its celebration of older LGBTQ+ adults
Daniel Bitter, 7, tosses the lasso.
  • June 7, 2026
Campers at Sarasota City YMCA try their hand at throwing a lasso
Cole Ralston and Aether Baskin enjoy the con experience.
  • June 7, 2026
SRQCon brings pop culture fans together at Selby Library
Rabbi Michael Shefrin meets Colby.
  • May 30, 2026
Temple Emanu-El celebrates the joy of pets with Blessing of the Animals
Darrell Butler, the chief veterans service officer with Sarasota County, serves as emcee.
  • May 25, 2026
Sarasota residents honor sacrifices at Memorial Day Parade
Emerson Lepper greets Principal Ben Hopper.
  • May 23, 2026
Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School celebrates graduates' new horizons
Daniel Sanchez, Christopher Schrum and Griffin Shay head onto the field.
  • May 19, 2026
Another record graduation rate at Sarasota High School
Students toss their caps as the status of graduation is conferred.
  • May 19, 2026
Riverview High School students take the next step
Anesha Green (center) celebrates with her mother, Shemere Green, and father, Cedric Green.
  • May 19, 2026
Booker High School celebrates hundreds of seniors

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