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Anna Brugmann
August 16, 2016

Woman robbed while playing Pokemon Go

The Sarasota Police Department is encouraging those playing Pokemon Go to be aware of their surroundings after a woman was robbed while playing the game Monday night.

Sarasota
News

David Conway
August 15, 2016

City Commission talks special events restrictions

Once again, Sarasota officials are discussing potential changes to how the city manages large-scale special events such as Thunder by the Bay.

Sarasota
News

Nick Friedman
August 15, 2016

Sarasota Ballet continues to honor Sir Frederick Ashton at Joyce Theater Debut

The ballet company continues to earn national recognition.

Arts + Culture

Anna Brugmann
August 15, 2016

Jail launches opiate addiction treatment program

Sarasota County Jail will become the fourth jail in the state to address opiate addiction using the prescription drug Vivitrol.

Sarasota
News

Nick Friedman
August 14, 2016

This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Aug. 18

A look at our favorite events taking place this week

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

Niki Kottmann
August 13, 2016

Gold Coast Eagle Distributing Grand Champion Celebration

Gold Coast Eagle Distributing celebrates its award as best wholesaler in the nation

East County
Neighbors

Katie Johns
August 13, 2016

Citizens scope the bay for scallops

The Sarasota Bay Watch held its annual scallop search on Aug. 13.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Anna Brugmann
August 13, 2016

Woodland Community Church starts the school year with a bash

Hundreds of families braved the rain to attend Woodland Community Church's first annual Back to School Bash.

East County
Neighbors

David Conway
August 12, 2016

Zika case reported in Sarasota County

Although state officials remain confident Florida will avoid large outbreaks, local leaders must convene to discuss mosquito control and public outreach practices.