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01/25/2025

Join State College of Florida Foundation, Inc. on Friday, February 7 for the Avenues to the Future inauguration dinner. Let's celebrate the beginning of President Tommy Gregory's leadership and a new era for the college and foundation. The evening, from 5:30PM - 9:30PM at the SCF Bradenton Campus, features chef-inspired dinner, live music and unique touches that highlight SCF's growth and impact on the community.

Get tickets here: https://scf-foundation.org/avenuestothefuture

01/25/2025

A program aimed at preserving historic structures has been approved by the city.

The Sarasota City Commission OKs an ordinance to permit owners of historic buildings to sell by-right density to other owners of downtown property.

01/24/2025

Cresswind Lakewood Ranch is here to say "Yes!" to savings. With concrete block construction and impact windows, our homes offer lower insurance costs and peace of mind. Thinking about a costly remodel? Skip the stress and explore 20 flexible floorplans, structural options, and hundreds of finishes in our Design Studio. Discover Move-In Ready and To-Be Built homes today. Models open daily.

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01/24/2025

https://www.yourobserver.com/news/2025/jan/23/cost-van-wezel/

The draft Karins Engineering report to the city's Purple Ribbon Committee includes systems upgrades and flood proofing the Van Wezel Performing...

01/24/2025

Leonard Reid House celebrates its first anniversary as a home to an African American arts, culture and history center.

The historic home is now home to an African American arts, culture and history center.

01/24/2025

Boy Scouts Troop 50, the oldest in Sarasota County, celebrates 70 years.

The troop, the oldest in Sarasota County, has been supported by Pine Shores Presbyterian Church since its inception.

01/24/2025

Nestled in the prestigious Lido Shores neighborhood, this residence epitomizes luxury coastal living. Designed for the discerning homeowner, the property has withstood all hurricanes with no damage.

Learn more about The Gallery House SRQ at www.galleryhousesrq.com

01/24/2025

A condominium in BLVD Sarasota tops the week's sales at $7 million.

A condominium in BLVD Sarasota tops the week's sales at $7 million.

01/24/2025

Explore the Downtown Venice Craft Festival, happening January 25-26! Located in the heart of beautiful downtown Venice, this event showcases an incredible variety of handcrafted treasures, including jewelry, art, home décor, and more. Discover unique creations by skilled craft artisans while enjoying the inviting atmosphere of Venice’s charming streets. It’s a perfect weekend destination for craft lovers and families alike!

Details at ArtFestival.com/Venice-Craft
American Craft Endeavors Venice MainStreet, Inc.

01/24/2025

Two males streaming videos to a popular social media site fail to draw officers into compromising scene.

Two males streaming videos to a popular social media site fail to draw officers into compromising scene. This and other Sarasota Police Department...

01/24/2025

Art Center Sarasota welcomes a new leader on eve of 100th birthday.

Katherine Ceasar was promoted from education director to executive director in December.

01/23/2025

Rising above the city skyline, One Park Sarasota offers a new vision of luxury. Thoughtfully designed residences and exceptional resort-style amenities with views of downtown Sarasota and the bay create a living experience like no other. One Park has arrived.

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One Park Sarasota Property Markets Group - PMG One Park West Sarasota

01/23/2025

Lefty's Oyster & Seafood Bar will welcome diners to its Lemon Avenue location on Monday, Jan. 27.

Lefty's Oyster & Seafood Bar will welcome diners to its Lemon Avenue location on Monday, Jan. 27.

01/23/2025

When it comes to TerraNova's horses, this farrier nails it.

If the shoe fits, it's probably Casey Kantenwein doing the work.

01/23/2025

Rosewood spaces are designed for full-on living — havens of natural and crafted beauty, places that comfort body and soul, room to convene with those you love and those you’d like to know. Throughout the amenity spaces and residences, every aspect of architecture, and exterior and interior design, gracefully enhances the way you desire to live today — in relationships, individually and celebration. We invite you to be one of a select few who will call Rosewood Residences Lido Key home.

01/23/2025

Another suspect in River Club home invasion arrested.

Vail, Colorado, police arrest the fleeing suspect, who was headed for Mexico.

01/23/2025

Sarasota County opens downtown cold weather shelter for tonight, Friday.

The Salvation Army will open at 5 p.m. Thursday.

01/23/2025

Deborah Murphy and Steve Branham are up for election for one of the Longboat Key's Commission's at-large seats.

Deborah Murphy and Steve Branham are up for election for one of the Town Commission's at-large seats, which will be left vacant.