Development

By Andrew Warfield
August 4, 2022

City Commission allows demolition of 1925 Sarasota building to proceed

Experts weighing in on the Palm Apartments say much of its historic character has been lost to numerous renovations.

Sarasota
News

By Liz Ramos
August 1, 2022

Manatee School District reaches land deal with SMR Taylor Ranch for new school

The new elementary school will help address population growth in East County.

East County
Schools

By Andrew Warfield
July 29, 2022

Original plans derailed, city studies urban trail options to complete Legacy Trail

As negotiations with Seminole Gulf Railway have jumped the tracks, Sarasota looks to take the remaining 4.3 miles of Legacy Trail to the streets.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield
July 24, 2022

Bobby Jones Golf Club expects spring 2023 reopening

With site work stretching into the rainy season, planting at the Bobby Jones Golf Club will stretch into fall and likely into early next spring.

Sarasota
News

By Spencer Fordin
June 24, 2022

Asolo Repertory Theatre opens expanded rehearsal space

For years, Asolo Rep has longed to spread its wings and build a bigger rehearsal space. Finally, that day has arrived.

Arts + Culture

By Andrew Warfield
June 21, 2022

Stalled condo tower on Golden Gate Point set to resume construction in July

A supply chain issue halted construction of The Evolution condominiums at Golden Gate Point, but work is expected to resume in July.

Sarasota
News

By Liz Ramos
June 17, 2022

Braden River Middle renovations near completion

The School District of Manatee County takes advantage of summer months to continue renovations, which include a newly configured administration area and a cafeteria expansion.

East County
Schools

By Louis Llovio
June 13, 2022

Mira Mar building could be demolished to build more downtown condos

Sarasota-based Seaward Development promises its plan will pay homage to Mira Mar's 100-year history.

Sarasota
News

By Jay Heater
June 10, 2022

Manatee exec says indoor gymnasium would be boon for tourism

Elliott Falcione says Premier Park in Lakewood Ranch should have an indoor athletic facility component.

East County
News

By Ian Swaby
June 10, 2022

Living Lord Lutheran Church in Lakewood Ranch begins expansion

The new construction project will introduce a 2,274-square-foot events hall.

East County
News

By Eric Garwood
June 6, 2022

St. Regis work goes vertical on Longboat Key

The equivalent of about 1,800 cement truck loads have been poured thus far, with much more to come.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield
May 28, 2022

SMH-Venice announces plans for a $113 million expansion

Opened only six months ago, the Venice branch will add 68 private suites in order to meet the growing needs of south county patients.

Sarasota
News

By Louis Llovio
May 23, 2022

Manatee County developer and landlord buys Sarasota mall for $25.1M

Benderson Development, which built The Mall at University Town Center, has acquired Crossings at Siesta Key.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield
May 23, 2022

Complete street project on Ringling Boulevard begins this week

Reducing Ringling Boulevard to two lanes will allow for protected bicycle lanes and connect Legacy Trail from Payne Park to the downtown core.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby
May 20, 2022

Lakewood Ranch motorists split over a planned traffic light or roundabout on Lorraine Road

Those who use Lorraine Road agree traffic control is needed but debate whether a signal or a roundabout is needed at Players Drive.

East County
News

By Andrew Warfield
May 19, 2022

Building height incentive removed from city comprehensive plan amendment — for now

Citing a lack of accurate public knowledge about building heights, the commission moves the proposed amendment to add downtown density to create attainable housing onto Tallahassee without taller buildings as a tool.