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Sarasota boys' swimming poses for a photo on Nov. 14 at Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training in Ocala after winning the title. From left: Cy Matteson, Jackson Irwin, Adam Malaj, Bogdan Zverev, Daniil Siutsou, Daniel Keegan, Jack Sallee and Andrew Malaj (Charles Shoemaker not pictured).
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • November 19, 2025
Sarasota High boys swimming returns to glory by winning state title

The Sailors overcame a coaching change to claim their fifth FHSAA state title in six years.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Residents line up behind the podium to object to a proposal for Altman Rye Townhomes.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • December 15, 2025
Planning commission reviews three projects in east Manatee County

The combined projects would add nearly 400 housing units to the area.

  • East County
  • News
Alderman Oaks currently has 60 assisted living units. It is seeking to add kitchens to convert them to independent living.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 9, 2026
Retirement center zoning change will allow business model shift

The Sarasota City Commission was divided in its approval to rezone Alderman Oaks Retirement Center, allowing a shift from assisted to independent living.

  • Sarasota
  • News
U.S. Recycling is a construction and demolition recycling facility which borders the Central Cocoanut neighborhood. Suncoast Waterkeeper has filed a notice of intent to sue U.S. Recycling for allegedly polluting Hog Creek via stormwater runoff.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • October 22, 2025
Recycling facility may be sued for allegedly polluting Sarasota Bay

Suncoast Waterkeeper alleges that U.S. Recycling is violating the Clean Water Act by not abiding by Florida Department of Environmental Protection requirements.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Orion Kerkering was named to the Philadelphia Phillies postseason roster Oct. 3.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 5, 2023
Sarasota baseball dad watches son's MLB dreams come true

Todd Kerkering, the emergency manager for the city of Sarasota, was moved to tears at his son Orion Kerkering's debut.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
A 2019 version of the master plan notes a band shell and lawn with a seating capacity of 19,000, which makes it comparable to the MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheater, pictured here, just outside Tampa.
  • By Eric Snider |
  • November 21, 2019
Strike up the band

Early plans have arisen for a ‘concert’-type venue in Lakewood Ranch. What it will look like and when — or if — it gets built are questions that remain.

  • LWR Life
There are many pieces to the healthy brain puzzle, including proper diet, exercise and sleep.
  • By Mirabai Holland |
  • April 15, 2026
Yes, sleeping, eating right and working out can improve and preserve your memory

Healthy habits, including exercise, a good diet and getting enough sleep, can pay big dividends on improving memory function and preventing memory diseases.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
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 |
  • April 8, 2026
City pursues First Street parcel for workforce housing project

One small parcel remains between two larger properties the city has acquired for a workforce housing project. Staff is instructed to pursue a letter of intent to purchase.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Construction has advanced quickly from Feb. 8 when this aerial photo was taken. The vantage point shows how close the school is from one of the runways at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 8, 2026
Manatee Technical College flying into SRQ with new aviation program

The Aviation Maintenance Technician School is on schedule to open in January 2027.

  • East County
  • Schools
Firefighter paramedic Aaron Maness and Training Captain David Eggleston raise their hands to recite an oath before receiving their badges. The two had already completed their training but had not officially received their badges in a ceremony. Maness was later awarded the Medal of Honor by Fire Chief Paul Dezzi.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • December 10, 2025
Longboat firefighter receives rare Medal of Honor award for action

Given only twice in the past 15 years, the medal was one of several awards given out at the Longboat Key Fire Department's annual program.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
St. Armands Circle was several feet underwater following hurricanes Helene and Milton.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 8, 2025
St. Armands stakeholders urged to advocate for resilience funding

The Sarasota County Commission will decide if $25 million in Resilient SRQ funds will be spent to help prevent flooding on St. Armands Key on Dec. 16.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Negotiations continue between Manatee County and its two garbage haulers — Waste Management and Waste Pro.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 14, 2026
Bulk garbage pickups likely to return for Manatee County residents

Commission Chair Tal Siddique said adding back curbside bulk pickup was the cheapest and easiest solution available to assuage the public's unrest over recent collection changes.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota superintendent: District working to find spots for unassigned teachers
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 6, 2026
Sarasota superintendent: District working to find spots for unassigned teachers

Currently, 136 teacher roles are unassigned in the district.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Jennifer Currier, Jeff Kahn, and Laritha Burks
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 12, 2023
Consulting service seeks to empower at-home caregivers

Two certified nursing assistants have launched Senior Consulting & Staff Support, whose goal is to offer caregivers the resources they need to keep seniors at home.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Laura Wallace, Walter Killings, Shirley Pearson, Karen Pashkow, Jurome Killings and Sandra Johnson
  • By James Peter |
  • June 25, 2023
Longboat Island Chapel outreach event overflows with donations

More than a vanload of shoes, clothing, personal items and toiletries was donated to the Mt. Carmel Resource Center.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 2, 2023
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Ahmad Hunter

The Booker High rising senior running back ran for more than 1,200 yards as a junior.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
David Pilston. Courtesy photo.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • May 13, 2021
Save Our Seabirds begins search for new CEO

David Pilston will be leaving the organization after about 9 years at the helm.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The community center was designed by Victor Lundy, a leader in the Sarasota School of Architecture style of post-war modern design. It was built in 1956.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • June 24, 2021
Historic South Gate property could be turned over to county

South Gate residents will vote on whether to sell the community center to the county.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Since 2017, a development team has been working on plans for the Bath and Racquet Club, an effort that has drawn opposition from neighboring residents. The city rejected initial plans in 2020, but approved a revision this year.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 1, 2021
Another revision, another review for Bath and Racquet Club plans

After receiving a preliminary approval for a mixed-use project earlier this year, the development team is asking the city for permission to swap commercial space for up to 70 residences.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The proposed height of a parking garage was a central issue during public meetings about the Selby Gardens master plan proposal. The City Commission voted to approve a site plan that included a four-story, 450-space garage.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 5, 2021
City approves Selby Gardens master plan

More than three years after Selby’s proposal first became public, the City Commission approved a site plan for the initial phase of a campus renovation project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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