Caring couple funds matching gift to help feed area students

Pat and Mary Mulva help to raise $310,000 for All Faiths Food Bank’s BackPack program

Student Injured, 6 Arrested After Incident At North Port High School

In a statement shared on social media, Principal ​Ryan Shurley called the incident "serious and unacceptable."

Zuckerberg Moving To FL | Cruise Port Threats | Grocery Store Opens: FL Business

Caribbean-Themed Restaurant Chain Closing | Clothing Retailer To Close 6 Shops | 6 FL Eateries Among Top 100 In U.S. | New Nonstop Flights

7 Dead In Suicide-Murders | FL Part Of Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show | Water Shortage: FL News

NFL Player Charged In Domestic Dispute | Weed Killer Found In Popular Bread Brands | Teen Shot, Killed Woman | 150 MPH 2-County Chase

Sarasota Tiger Bay Club Presents “Our Sidewalks” Discussion on March 5

Panelists include Denise Kowal, Tom Edwards, and Beck Lane

Social Group For Anxious, Neurodivergent People Launching In Sarasota

The International Friend Connection is launching a new chapter for shy, socially anxious and neurodivergent people to connect in Sarasota.

After Killing Ex-GF In Ft. Lauderdale, Sarasota Shooting Suspect Targeted Her Family

A man killed his ex-girlfriend in South FL before shooting and killing her mother, stepfather, brother and their housekeeper in Sarasota.

Suspect, Victims In Deadly Mass Shooting At Sarasota Home Identified: Sheriff

The shooter took his own life after fatally shooting four others at a Sarasota home, the sheriff’s office said.

Motorcyclist Killed In Crash With Van Near Nokomis: FL Troopers

A motorcyclist died after being hit by a van at an intersection near Nokomis, Florida Highway Patrol said.

WBTT continues 2025-2026 theatre season with original gospel musical

The return of the high-spirited production, ‘How I Got Over: A Gospel Revue,’ will run from Feb. 18-March 29

Retirement Isn’t the Time to Skimp—It’s the Time to Go!

“Retirement isn’t about scraping by. It’s about spending with confidence.”

All Faiths Food Bank moves Walk to End Summer Hunger to new location

Tickets now on sale for annual Campaign Against Summer Hunger kick-off at Riverview High School

Multiple Shooting Victims Found Dead At Sarasota Home: Sheriff

Multiple people, including the suspect, were found dead inside a Sarasota home in a gated community, the sheriff’s office said.

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show Featured Sarasota Orchestra Director

The classical conductor who serves as the music director for Sarasota Orchestra appeared in Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX halftime show.

Goodwill Manasota celebrates new ‘reduce, reuse, recycle’ milestone

Nonprofit exceeds 100 million pounds of goods recycled and repurposed in 2025

Goodwill Manasota celebrates new ‘reduce, reuse, recycle’ milestone

Nonprofit exceeds 100 million pounds of goods recycled and repurposed in 2025

Village On The Isle buys 50 acres in Venice for satellite campus

The property, located 2705 East Venice Avenue, was purchased for $21.5M

Sarasota Jewish Theatre Opens “The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife” on March 4

An uproarious, intelligently funny and satirically relevant comedy starring Broadway actress Becky London

MI Bicyclist Killed In Crash With Truck At Siesta Beach Access: FL Troopers

A bicyclist died after being hit by a truck turning into a Siesta Beach access, Florida troopers said.

Have You Seen A Good Deed In Sarasota? Tell Us About It!

Kindness takes many forms — big and small — and shows up all around Sarasota.

Bicyclist Injured In Hit-And-Run Crash In Sarasota: FL Troopers

Investigators are looking for a car involved in a hit-and-run crash that injured a bicyclist on Bee Ridge Road, FL troopers said.

Multiple grants to support hunger relief efforts in Sarasota and DeSoto counties

Four contributions totaling $88,000 awarded to All Faiths Food Bank in support of programs that help neighbors experiencing hunger

Safe Children Coalition VP named president of charitable planning group

Jacqueline House, MBA, CFRE becomes the first-ever African American president of Charitable Gift Planners of Southwest Florida

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota Offers Three Diverse Programs in March

Including a Violin-Guitar Duo, a Free Family Concert at The Bay, and a Genre-Defying Multi-Instrumental Quartet

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota Seeking a Manager of Community Engagement

Part-time job ideal for someone who enjoys project management, relationship-building, and being out in the community

Son Shot Father Outside Sarasota Lowe’s: Reports

A son faces multiple charges for shooting his father in the leg outside a Lowe’s store in Sarasota, reports said.

6 Of The Best Places To Watch The Big Game In Sarasota

Watch the Seahawks take on the Patriots during the big game at these six local sports bars in Sarasota.

North Port Lifeguard, 20, Accused Of Having Sex With 13-Year-Old: Sheriff

A 20-year-old man, who is a lifeguard at the North Port Aquatic Center, was found naked in a car with a 13-year-old girl, the sheriff said.

Music Compound celebrates a decade of community impact

Music school holds 10-Year Anniversary Celebration at The Grove, with 220 in attendance

Shooting At Sarasota Lowe’s Store Injures 1: Sheriff

One person was shot at a Sarasota Lowe’s store in “an isolated domestic incident,” the sheriff’s office said.

Lakewood Ranch Community Foundation Announces 2026 Junior Humanitarian of the Year

Winner Tom Bergerat will be honored during the Polo with the Pros event on February 8.

Arts Advocates Announces March 2026 Events

A talkback with Ronnique Hawkins, a luncheon with Sarasota Players’ Thayer Greenberg, an exhibit by Suzanne Havens, and more

Child Protection Center Launches New Online Resource Library to Support Families and Protect Children

A Comprehensive and Ever-Growing Online Hub of Tools, Information, and Crisis-Hotlines

Rare Right Whale And Her Calf Spotted Off SWFL Coast: Reports

Fishermen off Boca Grande enjoyed a rare sighting of the endangered North Atlantic right whale and her calf.

52-Acre Brush Fire Contained Along I-75: Fire Officials

Fire crews contained a 52-acre brush fire along Interstate 75 in Sarasota County, North Port fire officials said.

Motorcyclist Injured In Hit-And-Rush Crash: Sarasota Police

A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash in Sarasota, police said.

Sarasota Real Estate News

What does it take to sell a luxury home? Where to start? Call Forest Balderson at (941) 549-4010.

Woman Arrested After Illegal Gambling Investigation: Sarasota County Sheriff

A woman was arrested for running an illegal gambling operation in Venice after a months-long investigation, Sarasota County sheriff said.

Grant to support rent stipends and additional support for homeless youths

The Henson Fund awards a grant of $108,000 to Safe Children Coalition to cover rent expenses for youths/young adults who are on their own

Sunshine from Darkness creates a spark during Inspiring Hope Dinner

Mental health nonprofit raises over $170,000 to support education, advocacy, and local youth resiliency and coping skills programs