Drag performer Beneva Fruitville organized a flash mob for Project Pride SRQ Saturday at the Sarasota Farmers Market.
Nine Sarasota and Manatee county students receive support to further their education in the arts
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Events scheduled during the Suncoast Summer Fest include Powerboat Grand Prix, AquaX Races, a downtown block party, July 4 fireworks.
Sarasota County's recreational burn ban was issued in May 27 because of dry weather conditions and an increased chance of wildfires.
The mayor called for a special Sarasota City Commission meeting Monday to adopt a resolution approving the bridge’s rainbow lighting.
Sarasota was No. 6 on WalletHub’s 2021 list of best U.S. ocean beach towns to live in, while Naples topped the list.
After the FDOT turned down Sarasota’s request to light the Ringling Causeway Bridge for LGBTQ Pride month, activists protested the decision.
People in Sarasota are planning Juneteenth events as more places have made June 19 a holiday.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the Florida Institute for Political Leadership to offer this virtual training.
SunCoast Blood Centers serve 14 hospitals and health care facilities throughout Charlotte, DeSoto, Manatee and Sarasota counties.
Sarasota County will host a communitywide cleanup in the Lake Sarasota area Saturday morning.
Project Pride SRQ has organized a series of LGBTQ pride events throughout June, starting with a car parade Saturday.
A Tampa man was searching for fossilized megalodon shark teeth in the Myakka River in Venice when he was attacked by an alligator.
Protests of FL transgender youth sports ban planned by Project Pride SRQ, Stonewall Democrats, PFLAG in Sarasota, Bradenton Tuesday.
Dry weather conditions have increased the chance of wildfires in Sarasota County. Campfires, bonfires and some other open fires are banned.
Sierra, an African Grey parrot, flew out the window of her home Sunday and was found three days later, North Port police said.
As county residents, businesses use more reclaimed water for irrigation, outdoor activities, Sarasota County leaders urge conservation.
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A Sarasota County U.S. Army veteran was the victim of a crime that destroyed her ribbons, medals awarded during her military career.
Antonia Ginsberg-Klemmt’s mobile solar carport, GismoPower, was chosen as a 2021 OZY Genius Award recipient.
A group of Siesta Key residents are pushing for incorporation of the barrier island. A public meeting on the matter is scheduled Wednesday.
Several Florida theme parks no longer require guests to wear masks outdoors, announce other changes following the CDC’s new mask guidelines.
After being canceled in 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the city's Fourth of July Parade and bayfront fireworks return this summer.
Officers came across the manta ray as they patrolled the Gulf waters just north of New Pass on Saturday.
When All Else Fails considers itself “a catch-all” organization for North Port-area groups, businesses and individuals in need.
Four Florida cities ranked highly in WalletHub’s list of top beach towns in America to call home. Guess where Sarasota falls on the list.
The nature trails will close through July 4 as structures at the golf course are demolished to prepare for renovation.
Sarasota County residents impacted by COVID-19 and in need of assistance with rent, utilities can apply for funding Wednesday.
A Naples homeowner shared photos of a black bear lounging in her pool after tearing a hole in her screen room to break in.
Caleb Keogh, an English car enthusiast who recently moved to Scotland, draws a lot of attention in his replica Sarasota police vehicle.
Other weekend events include the Sarasota Film Festival, a guided kayak tour with Mote Marine Lab and a youth circus arts showcase.
Breaking down the reasons for solar’s surging affordability, especially for Sarasota residents
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Other weekend events include the Downtown Sarasota Art and Craft Festival, Grind Time Wrestling, Spirit Fest Metaphysical & Holistic Fair.
Michele Tanner plans to walk across the Ringling Bridge Sunday to honor the 1-year anniversary of her mother’s death. All are welcome.
Sarasota and Manatee county social and racial justice activists and organizations react to the controversial HB1 “anti-riot” bill.
Now in its 39th year, the Suncoast Boat Show will showcase sportfishing, power boats and motor yachts at Marina Jack.
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The new Suncoast Summer Fest will include powerboat and personal watercraft races June 26-27 off Lido Beach and various fundraising events.