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By Ian Swaby |
March 26, 2026

Local artist makes larger-than-life versions of nostalgic objects

After a career in construction, Joel Benham, known as "GWAK," decided to make a living full-time with his detailed, large-scale re-creations of familiar products.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Jack Nelson |
March 23, 2026

East County Athlete of the Week: Jenna Jahn

As a freshman at Lakewood Ranch High, she broke the program record for the 400-meter hurdles.

East County
Sports

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

By Jack Nelson |
March 4, 2026

Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Greg Dauer

As the game's leading scorer, the sophomore guard powered Sarasota boys basketball to a regional title.

Sarasota
Sports

By Jack Nelson |
March 25, 2026

MLB spring training under my microscope

Comparing the parking, concessions and more at three local ballparks.

Sarasota
Sports

By Andrew Warfield |
March 25, 2026

Rezoning clears the way for Plymouth Harbor expansion

Rezoning will permit Plymouth Harbor continuing care retirement community will build 153 new independent living apartments at its campus on Coon Key.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
January 20, 2026

Affordable housing development finally leaves the station

Groundbreaking puts on track Mark Vengroff's fulfillment of his late father's vision to convert a Park East industrial site into affordable housing called Sarasota Station.

Sarasota
News

By Madison Bierl |
March 18, 2026

Chad Day Memorial Fishing Tournament prepares for final fundraiser

The tournament has raised $108,000 for the Tidewell Foundation and the goal is to reach $150,000 with one last tournament.

East County
Neighbors

By S.T. Cardinal |
March 3, 2026

Manatees travel to manmade, natural water bodies during cold snaps

Manatees that call Sarasota Bay home head north to Apollo Beach during cold weather, using the warm waters discharged from the TECO Power Plant to keep warm.

Longboat Key
News

By Jack Nelson |
February 23, 2026

Lakewood Ranch girls soccer falls short of state final

Facing the nation's No. 5-ranked team, the Mustangs were shut out for the first time all season.

East County
Sports

By Ian Swaby |
April 2, 2026

The key to happiness? Rock climber-turned-horse trainer says it's all about flow

After years of competition and traveling the world chasing his dreams, Nate Gold has found the most contentment at his Sarasota home with his family.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Jack Nelson |
February 18, 2026

Lakewood Ranch girls soccer advances to state semifinals

The Mustangs survived two overtime periods and two series of penalty kicks to claim the regional crown.

East County
Sports

By Elizabeth King |
April 10, 2026

Manatee County Commission changes course on Bradenton EDC

Commissioners chose to partner with the EDC and approved a $292,450 annual contract.

East County
News

By Jack Nelson |
February 4, 2026

Braden River High boys basketball team turns the tides with teamwork

The Pirates recorded 20 wins in the regular season and hope to continue that success in the postseason.

East County
Sports

By Adam Hughes |
April 1, 2026

Top residential real estate sales for March 16-20 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A The Condominium Residences at Longboat Key condominium on Gulf of Mexico Drive tops the week’s sales at $6.2 million.

Longboat Key
Real Estate

By S.T. Cardinal |
January 28, 2026

Defining 'temporary' in temporary certificates of occupancy

As a landmark development continues to operate under a temporary certificate of occupancy 17 months after opening, Longboat Key commissioners and counsel discussed the rules of TCOs.