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Japanese violin prodigy lives up to the hype in Sarasota Orchestra debut
  • By Gayle Williams |
  • January 17, 2026
Japanese violin prodigy lives up to the hype in Sarasota Orchestra debut

Her musicality seems to emanate from a heart and soul deeply connected to a universal truth.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
LaMichael Leonard Jr.'s dance career has taken him to New York and Paris and back to Sarasota.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • February 10, 2026
International dance star comes home to Sarasota

Booker High alum LaMichael Leonard Jr. debuts his "Hot, New Dance" at The Ringling.

  • Arts + Culture
Aledia Tush, co-owner of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, has spent nearly five decades helping shape the business into a Siesta Key institution known for its welcoming spirit and family-first approach.
  • By Eric Snider |
  • April 2, 2026
After 50 years of change, the best things stay the same at this stalwart shop

A Siesta Key fixture for five decades, CB’s Saltwater Outfitters continues to thrive under the steady leadership of Aledia and Mason Tush.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Declan Waters (left) of the Sarasota Paradise celebrates a goal against New York City FC II on Feb. 13 at Premier Sports Campus in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 18, 2026
Will local soccer fans embrace Paradise in Lakewood Ranch?

The local team tests the professional level in 2026 at Premier Sports Campus.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Under Southwest Florida Water Management District's Phase III restrictions, water fountains can only run four hours per day.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 5, 2026
Manatee County among 14 Southwest Florida counties under water restrictions

A Modified Phase III Extreme Water Shortage is in effect from April 3 through July 1.

  • East County
  • News
The Unit 12-F condominium at 2525 Gulf of Mexico Drive sold for $2.1 million. Built in 1972, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 1,651 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 8, 2026
Top residential real estate sales for March 23-27 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

An Islands West condominium on Gulf of Mexico Drive tops the week's sales at $2.1 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • January 7, 2026
Top stories to watch in Longboat Key in 2026

A new mayor, a new bridge and the start of a new library are all things to look out for in the new year on the barrier island.

  • Longboat Key
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Zachary Keller and Helen Krushinski star in "Water for Elephants," which comes to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Feb. 12-14, 2027.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • March 19, 2026
'Water for Elephants,' 'Six' and 'Hell's Kitchen' lead Van Wezel's 2026-27 lineup

Ten Broadway shows are making their way to Sarasota's Purple Palace.

  • Arts + Culture
Ron Cornella is among the longest-living transplant recipients in the United States, receiving his transplant at the age of 26 in 1980.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 16, 2026
After 45 years, liver transplant recipient is still grateful for a second chance

Ron Cornella is among the longest-living transplant recipients in the United States, receiving his transplant at the age of 26 in 1980.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Awardees joined members of the Longboat Key Garden Club's grant committee on April 17 to celebrate receiving funding for their community environmental education and outreach programs. Members raised money all year to support local organizations and fund student scholarships given at the annual meeting.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • April 20, 2026
Garden club uplifts environment, education with record funding

From one student to a dozen, the club worked to dramatically expand its outreach to support continuing education.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Emi Frydman checks out the basket of Easter eggs her family members found at the April 4 egg hunt at St. Armands Key Lutheran Church. The Easter activities, open to the public, made their return for the first time since the early 2020s through the efforts of church members.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • April 6, 2026
Back from pre-COVID hiatus, St. Armands hosts Easter bash

Leaders at St. Armands Key Lutheran Church said they were overjoyed to bring back the community Easter egg hunt for all.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By One Park Sarasota |
  • March 30, 2026
A New Standard of Wellness Living Arrives in Downtown Sarasota

As the definition of luxury continues to evolve, so too does the expectation of how we live each day. Today’s most sought-after residences are no longer defined solely by finishes or location, but by how thoughtfully they support overall well-being.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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Life Time, an athletic country club, is slated to open in Lakewood Ranch in late 2026. This is the outdoor pool and waterslide at the Life Time in Winter Park.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • March 17, 2026
Entertainment district expands in Lakewood Ranch

Several entertainment options are under construction on the Sarasota County side of Lakewood Ranch.

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  • News
  • By Ramos Center |
  • March 26, 2026
Ramos Center Gave Him His Life Back

Luis Suarez wants people to know that the Ramos Center for Interventional and Functional Pain Medicine gave him his life back.

  • Health
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Photo Credit: John Revisky
  • By Adnan Dedic |
  • March 12, 2026
Sarasota's $30 Million Masterpiece

Adnan Dedic Unveils the Future of Gulf-Front Living

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sponsored Content
Students in Kirsten Hazelton's 2nd-grade class at Southside Elementary School used their magnifying glasses to watch their freshly released ladybugs get to work patrolling their vegetable garden at the school.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • April 8, 2026
Support your passion project through Giving Challenge 2026

Local organizations are preparing for the fundraising event presented by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Coach Ty Bryant cuts down the net Feb. 27 after Booker girls basketball's FHSAA Class 4A-Region 3 championship. The Tornadoes have now reached the state semifinals in four of six seasons under his direction.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • March 5, 2026
Booker girls basketball rallies behind midseason turnaround

The Tornadoes struggled early in 2025-26 but corrected course and are headed to the state semifinals.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The proposed site of a city-owned attainable housing development across First Street from City Hall. The red X marks the location of the city's credit union office, which is now being considered for purchase by the city.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 30, 2026
City works to add parcel to workforce housing project

At its April 6 meeting, the Sarasota City Commission will be asked for input on a staff proposal to purchase a third parcel on First Street for a city-led workforce housing project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The home at 749 Freeling Drive was built in 1997 and has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 6,827 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 16, 2026
Top residential real estate sales for March 30 to April 3 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis

A Hansen home on Quail Drive tops the week’s sales at $5.3 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Corinne Arriaga (left) has been promoted to the city's chief transportation planner and Alvimarie Corales to capital projects manager.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 3, 2026
City transportation team members promoted to new roles

City of Sarasota transportation planners Alvimarie Corales and Corinne Arriaga have received promotions to capital projects manager and chief transportation planner, respectively.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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