Drag King Storytime Canceled In Sarasota After Backlash

After backlash and concerns about protests, Sarasota’s Bazaar on Apricot & Lime has canceled Friday morning's Drag King Storytime.

‘Drag Kings Don’t Get Enough Love’: Sarasota Market To Host Storytime

The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime in Sarasota to host a free Drag King Storytime event Friday at 10:30 a.m. despite Florida's new anti-drag laws.

Ringling Bridge Lit Up In Rainbow Colors For LGBTQ Pride Month: City

To recognize LGBTQ+ pride awareness month, the John Ringling Causeway will be lit in rainbow colors, the city of Sarasota said.

Kevin Hart, Pitch For Pink, Toy & Comic Expo: FL Weekend Events

Looking for something fun to do? St. Pete Beach Corey Area Craft Fest, LGBTQ pride events in Gulfport and Sarasota, Kiwanis Fishing Derby.

Siesta Key Beach Access Points Rerouted: Sarasota County

Access points updated at Siesta Key Beach, new signage installed, Sarasota County said.

Best Beach, Michelin Star Eateries, Best Places To Live: FL Good News

FL Good News: Free Cheap Trick concert, Tampa restaurants earn Michelin star, 14 FL cities among best to live in U.S., girl fends off shark.

14 FL Cities Ranked Among Best Places To Live: U.S. News

These 14 Florida cities are among the 2023-2024 Best Places to Live, according to a ranking released Tuesday by U.S. News.

Crocodile, Kitten, Turtle Rescued, Narcan At Walmart: FL Good News

FL good news this week: affordable housing projects approved, chalk festival planned, Monster High creator coming to Sunshine City Scare.

Gargantuan Seaweed Blob Washing Up On Florida, Caribbean Beaches

A 5,000-mile-wide sargassum seaweed bloom is starting to wash ashore in Florida and the Caribbean.

Hugh, A Manatee Ambassador For Mote Marine Aquarium, Dies

A manatee who called Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium in Sarasota home for nearly two decades unexpectedly died last week.

Teen Dies During Equestrian Competition In Venice: U.S. Equestrian

A 15-year-old FL girl died after her horse fell on her during an equestrian competition in Venice, the U.S. Equestrian Federation said.

Tornado Watch Cancels De Soto Grand Parade: Historical Society

The De Soto Grand Parade in Bradenton was canceled because of stormy weather and a tornado watch, Hernando De Soto Historical Society said.

Gator Rescued In Philly, Manatee Center Breaks Ground: FL Good News

Florida Good News: 1971 beetle takes cross-country trip, 68 veterans take Honor Flight to D.C., “The Bluest Eye” back on school shelves.

Water Main Break Closes Laurel Road In Venice: Sarasota County

A contractor drilled through a water main in Venice, causing a break in the line that needs to be repaired, Sarasota County said.

$1M Scratch-Off Prize Claimed By Sarasota Woman: FL Lottery

A Sarasota woman claimed a $1 million top prize playing the 50X the Cash scratch-off game, Florida Lottery said.

De Soto Parade, SarasotaCon, Children’s Booktopia: Suncoast Events

What’s happening in Sarasota, Bradenton this week: National Astronomy Day, Free Hands-On Learning Day at F.I.S.H. Preserve, NocheUnidos.

OLLI at Ringling College Announces its Summer Adventures Program

Registration now open for a variety of tours and presentations covering finance, wellness, cultural expressions, and performing arts.

Wildlife Rescue Mistaken For Big Cat Rescue Debunks Closure Rumors

Big Cat Habitat in Sarasota, often mistaken for Tampa's Big Cat Rescue, which is closing, reminds the community it's still open to public.

Here’s Why Evangeline Was Shouted Out As A Sarasota Star Student

We all know students who excel in academic, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Sarasota.

‘Selfless, Dependable, Professional’: Sarasota Star Student

We all know students who excel in academic, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Sarasota.

Rays Tie MLB Record, Coachman Park, Pier 60 Sugar Fest: FL Good News

Florida Good News: Venice Beach nominated for “Best Free Attraction," Lightning head to NHL playoffs, 200 artists on display in Dunedin.

Venice Beach Nominated For ‘Best Free Attraction’ In U.S.: USA Today

Fans of Florida's Venice Beach are urged to vote for it in the “Best Free Attraction” category in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.

Friendly City Flea, Chicago Tribute, Home Show: Suncoast Events

Check out what’s happening in Sarasota, Bradenton this week: Palm Aire Women’s Club Scholarship Luncheon, Sister Hazel, The Art Corner.

Mama, Baby Gators Spotted Sunbathing Near Sarasota Golf Course: Watch

Check out this video of a mother and her baby gators sunbathing along the edge of Bobby Jones Golf Club in Sarasota.

Passover Seders, Pokémon Easter Egg Hunt, Art Walk: Suncoast Events

Check out what’s happening in Sarasota, Bradenton: Salute to Safety Awards, Music in the Park at Riverwalk, chamber music festival.

Lolita The Whale’s Freedom, Tim Tebow Spreads Hope: FL Good News

Florida good news this week: A new St. Pete poetry festival, FL trooper saves an infant’s life, SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is back.

Terminal Expansion Project Breaks Ground At Sarasota Bradenton Airport

Work has started on the construction of a new 75,300-square-foot, five-gate terminal at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport.

Sarasota Film Fest, Kids 2 Kamp Fundraiser, Jay Leno: Suncoast Events

Check out what’s happening in Sarasota, Bradenton this week: Manatee River Casino Royale, Noshing in Nature series, Market at the Point.

Ringling Bros. Returns, Bloodhound Puppies, Jane Goodall: FL Good News

Florida good news this week: Sarasota red tide advisory lifted, sandhill crane scares off gator, Hyde Park among best places to live.

Red Tide Levels Improving At Sarasota County Beaches: Officials

Concentrations of the harmful algal blooms are improving at Sarasota County public beaches and access points, officials said.

Planes In Near Miss Cleared For Same Runway At Sarasota Airport: NTSB

Two planes that nearly collided at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport were cleared to use the same runway, a NTSB report said.

Stillborn Goat Causes Petting Zoo’s Removal From Sarasota County Fair

After attendees spotted a stillborn goat at a petting zoo, the Sarasota County Fair asked Emerson Farms to pack up its animals and leave.

$1M Prize Claimed By Illinois Woman: Florida Lottery

An Illinois woman visiting the Sarasota area claimed a $1 million prize while playing a scratch-off game, Florida Lottery said.

Red Tide Clean-Up Underway In Sarasota Parks: City

Crews are picking up dead fish at Sarasota parks, while the county increased raking at Siesta, Lido and South Lido beaches.

FL Teen Recovering From Brain-Eating Amoeba Returns Home

A 13-year-old treated in Chicago for a brain-eating amoeba returned to his Southwest FL home last week to recover, according to GoFundMe.

Toasted Yolk Café Opens First Florida Location in Sarasota

The restaurant’s Grand Opening raised funds for Sarasota County Animal Services

Green Book Brunch, St. Paddy’s Parade, Pride Fests: FL Weekend Events

Things to do this weekend in Tampa Bay: FL Antiquarian Book Fair, Manatee Pride, Listening Room Fest, Through Women’s Eyes Film Festival.

Great White Shark Spotted 30 Miles Off Sarasota Coast: Watch

A Sarasota-area fishing guide and boat captain spotted a great white shark in the Gulf of Mexico off the Sarasota coast on Tuesday.

‘Burn After Reading’ Letter Explained By Laundrie’s Mother: Court

Brian Laundrie’s mother said the phrase “burn after reading” written on a letter to him was a joke she shared with her son and Gabby Petito.

African American History Taught By Freedom School At Sarasota Library

The Association for the Study of African American Life and History offers a free course on African American history for kids in Sarasota.