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Construction projects are on the move in Sarasota's schools

As the school year approaches, the Sarasota school district progresses on several high-profile construction projects.

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What does it take to use Manatee schools as hurricane shelters?
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  • July 15, 2025
Longboat grant coordinator focuses on relationship-building, organization
5
  • July 14, 2025
County mistake forces urgent request for New Trail Plaza development

Neighbors

  • July 15, 2025
New life thrives in Myakka’s habitat restoration zone
  • July 15, 2025
Fire-damaged St. Armands boutique looks forward to relocation
  • July 14, 2025
Temple Beth Israel holds Shabbat ... with a twist
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Arts + Culture

  • July 15, 2025
Sarasota Improv Festival headliner creates Broadway musicals on the fly
  • July 15, 2025
Meet Florida Studio Theatre's new improv director
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Sarasota Improv Festival celebrates the evolution of an art form
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Cops Corner

  • July 15, 2025
Unwelcome couple sent packing from fishing

A pair of non-residents were asked by a board member to leave the premises of a bayfront community. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • July 9, 2025
Woman reports frequent visitor outside her bedroom window

On multiple occasions a man is spotted outside a woman's apartment engaging in a lewd act with an audience of dolls. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Eat + Drink

  • July 8, 2025
High-end espresso and wine shop coming to St. Armands Circle

The owners aim to bring a little something special to the area, providing provisions for the perfect beach picnic and a go-to spot for high-quality beverages.

  • June 24, 2025
Former Rays pitcher is behind new Raining Berries location in Sarasota

The new Raining Berries location is co-owned by former MLB player and World Series Champion Edwin Jackson and Super Bowl champion star Kenneth Gainwell.

  • June 23, 2025
Savor Sarasota restaurants extend fixed-price menus

Locations extend fixed-price menus beyond original 20 days of the 2025 edition of Savor Sarasota.

  • June 21, 2025
Find your own Kokomo with these tropical treats and island-inspired sips

Get ready to go coconuts for National Coconut Day at these Sarasota-area eateries.

Schools

  • July 15, 2025
How Sarasota’s school district feeds thousands of students each day

Director of Food and Nutrition Services Sara Dan describes how Sarasota County Schools provides meals to a district that includes around 45,000 students — and ensures kids enjoy the product.

  • July 15, 2025
What does it take to use Manatee schools as hurricane shelters?
  • July 15, 2025
ODA hosts Little Medical School-Suncoast marine biology camp
  • July 14, 2025
Manatee needs more testing on electric school buses
  • July 14, 2025
Construction projects are on the move in Sarasota's schools

Sports

  • July 15, 2025
Local striker makes his case to remain with the Sarasota Paradise

Andres Freire hopes to re-sign with the Paradise next season.

  • July 14, 2025
Braden River High grad has turned racing hobby into a lifestyle
  • July 10, 2025
Sarasota American 10U All-Stars head to state tournament
  • July 9, 2025
East County lacrosse player hopes for spot on Puerto Rican Olympic team
  • July 9, 2025
Chauncey Kennon lives out a dream with commitment to Florida State

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Things To Do

  • July 15, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 17-23
  • July 8, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 10-16
  • July 6, 2025
SRQ Women's Expo headed to The Grove

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Opinion

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  • July 10, 2025
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  • July 9, 2025
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  • July 8, 2025
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We’re all sea turtles. Rise to the occasion.

Real Estate

  • July 15, 2025
Concession home tops Lakewood Ranch-area sales at $2.77 million
  • July 10, 2025
Top residential real estate sales for June 23-27 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis
  • July 9, 2025
Top residential real estate sales for June 23-27 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key
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Top residential real estate sales for June 23-27 in Lakewood Ranch

Photo Galleries

  • July 14, 2025
Temple Beth Israel holds Shabbat ... with a twist
  • July 14, 2025
ReptiDay provides destination for reptile enthusiasts
  • July 14, 2025
Rain or shine, count on the Downtown Sarasota Farmers Market to be there
  • July 12, 2025
Waterside Place feels the energy during Movie in the Park
  • July 12, 2025
Rotarians award virtual winners of Longboat's Hot Diggity Dog contest
  • July 10, 2025
A merry Barks and Brews at University Town Center draws people and pups
  • July 7, 2025
Bird Key Yacht Club holds annual potato car races
  • July 7, 2025
July Fourth Longboat Key butterfly release continues post-storm
  • July 6, 2025
Hamlet's Eatery celebrates Hot Dog Day with furry friends
  • July 5, 2025
Community enjoys barbecue, bubbles at Selby Gardens' Fourth of July
  • July 5, 2025
Fourth of July fireworks light up the Sarasota skies
  • July 5, 2025
Sarasota church celebrates Fourth of July with special gathering
  • July 5, 2025
Star-Spangled Spectacular lights up Waterside Place in Lakewood Ranch
  • July 4, 2025
Rain can't stop the pop at Nathan Benderson Park
  • July 3, 2025
Sarasota cyclists are switching gears for the new Legacy Trail bridge
  • July 1, 2025
Jan Wallace passes gavel to new Rotary Club of Longboat Key head
  • June 30, 2025
Fiorelli Winery hosts Red, White and Blueberry Celebration
  • June 27, 2025
Lazy Lobster is giving thanks and giving back in more ways than one
  • June 27, 2025
MTC graduates reflect on their lessons at graduation
  • June 27, 2025
Eagle Fest spreads wings across the community at Alta Vista Elementary
  • June 26, 2025
Kids Summer Beach Runs continue to draw crowds
  • June 25, 2025
Sarasota Chamber of Commerce honors local businesses with spectacle
  • June 23, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre entertainers provide the laughs at Waterside
  • June 23, 2025
Young performers tell the story of 'Shrek the Musical Jr.'
  • June 21, 2025
Summer Night Out has the Whitney Plaza buzzing with laugher and chatter
  • June 18, 2025
Sarasota church The Harvest encourages community unity at Diverse Fest

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