Long-awaited Edson Keith Farmhouse restoration project complete
Sarasota County held a ribbon cutting for a relic from 1916, a farmhouse built by an industrialist from Chicago who found paradise on the shores of Phillipi Creek.
Sarasota County held a ribbon cutting for a relic from 1916, a farmhouse built by an industrialist from Chicago who found paradise on the shores of Phillipi Creek.
Sarasota parks continue recovery six months after Hurricanes Helene, Milton
Hurricanes Helene and Milton brought damage to every single park and recreation facility in the City of Sarasota. While many locations have reopened, there are a few that will take time to recover.
Hurricanes Helene and Milton brought damage to every single park and recreation facility in the City of Sarasota. While many locations have reopened, there are a few that will take time to recover.
Suspect in custody following carjacking, sexual assault: North Port Police Department
Law enforcement officers in Florida are investigating a carjacking that took place in North Port and a subsequent sexual assault that happened in Charlotte County.
Law enforcement officers in Florida are investigating a carjacking that took place in North Port and a subsequent sexual assault that happened in Charlotte County.
Grassroots movement to stop New College’s takeover of Ringling Museum gains strength
A grassroots effort is working to stop the transfer of the management of the Ringling Museum in Sarasota from FSU to New College of Florida.
A grassroots effort is working to stop the transfer of the management of the Ringling Museum in Sarasota from FSU to New College of Florida.
Sarasota summer circus camp for kids now open for registration
Registration for the Sailor Circus' Circus Arts Conservatory is now open for summer.
Registration for the Sailor Circus' Circus Arts Conservatory is now open for summer.
Sarasota Bay sees 19% increase in seagrass despite Hurricanes Helene, Milton
Launching from Bradenton Beach, the Sarasota Bay Estuary Program and Southwest Florida Water Management District went on a science expedition to check on the health of seagrass beds in Sarasota Bay.
Launching from Bradenton Beach, the Sarasota Bay Estuary Program and Southwest Florida Water Management District went on a science expedition to check on the health of seagrass beds in Sarasota Bay.
Woman dies after being hit by pickup truck in Sarasota County: FHP
A woman died after she was hit by a pickup truck in Sarasota County on Tuesday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A woman died after she was hit by a pickup truck in Sarasota County on Tuesday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Sarasota County enacts burn ban due to drought conditions
A burn ban is now in effect in Sarasota County with drought conditions leading to an increased fire hazard, officials said Wednesday.
A burn ban is now in effect in Sarasota County with drought conditions leading to an increased fire hazard, officials said Wednesday.
Suspect caught after shooting investigation leads to SWAT response: SCSO
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office says a shooting suspect has been caught after the investigation led to an hours-long SWAT situation on Monday.
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office says a shooting suspect has been caught after the investigation led to an hours-long SWAT situation on Monday.
Sarasota art student helps crack cold case after workshop with forensic artist
Skilled artists at Ringling College of Art and Design are using their skills to help law enforcement officers from across the country working to solve cold cases. It's the second year a world-renowned forensic artist has worked with the college in a week-long workshop.
Skilled artists at Ringling College of Art and Design are using their skills to help law enforcement officers from across the country working to solve cold cases. It's the second year a world-renowned forensic artist has worked with the college in a week-long workshop.
Missing Sarasota teen found safe
The Sarasota Police Department says a missing 13-year-old has been found safe.
The Sarasota Police Department says a missing 13-year-old has been found safe.
Person drowns at Lido Beach after medical emergency: SPD
One person drowned after suffering a medical emergency while swimming at Lido Beach, according to the Sarasota Police Department.
One person drowned after suffering a medical emergency while swimming at Lido Beach, according to the Sarasota Police Department.
Gov. DeSantis stands firm on immigration policy at Sarasota roundtable
Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a roundtable with current and former federal immigration officials at the New College of Florida in Sarasota on Thursday.
Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a roundtable with current and former federal immigration officials at the New College of Florida in Sarasota on Thursday.
Sarasota stabbing leaves victim, person of interest hospitalized: Deputies
Two people are hospitalized, including a person of interest, after a stabbing in Sarasota Monday evening, according to deputies.
Two people are hospitalized, including a person of interest, after a stabbing in Sarasota Monday evening, according to deputies.
Bay Area beach towns named among the best in the South by Southern Living
Southern Living’s list of 50 Best Beach Towns in the South is out and two from the Bay Area made the cut.
Southern Living’s list of 50 Best Beach Towns in the South is out and two from the Bay Area made the cut.
Venice officials working seawall, glass barrier in hopes it serves as solution to flooding
The City of Venice is getting a new design of its seawall and glass barrier. It's a fix from Hurricane Idalia in 2023, and the city believes the new seawall and glass barrier will help strengthen their protection against flooding at the intersection of the Esplanade and Tarpon Center Drive.
The City of Venice is getting a new design of its seawall and glass barrier. It's a fix from Hurricane Idalia in 2023, and the city believes the new seawall and glass barrier will help strengthen their protection against flooding at the intersection of the Esplanade and Tarpon Center Drive.
Could USF Sarasota-Manatee merge with New College of Florida? Rumors swirl as group begs for answers
USF Sarasota-Manatee trustees, former board members and supporting organizations are begging for transparency about a rumored merger with New College of Florida. NCF is already in discussions to consolidate Asolo Preparatory and the Ringling Museum.
USF Sarasota-Manatee trustees, former board members and supporting organizations are begging for transparency about a rumored merger with New College of Florida. NCF is already in discussions to consolidate Asolo Preparatory and the Ringling Museum.
Sarasota-based artist making waves with ocean inspired art
A simple gift for a friend has turned into a life-long passion for one Sarasota-based woman after she started a business focused on making waves out of resin.
A simple gift for a friend has turned into a life-long passion for one Sarasota-based woman after she started a business focused on making waves out of resin.
Art Center Sarasota creative hub for community
Through exhibitions, classes and workshops, Art Center Sarasota has provided access to the local community.
Through exhibitions, classes and workshops, Art Center Sarasota has provided access to the local community.
Crews battle semi-truck fire on I-75 in Sarasota County
Crews battled an early morning semi-truck fire on Wednesday along a stretch of I-75 in Sarasota County.
Crews battled an early morning semi-truck fire on Wednesday along a stretch of I-75 in Sarasota County.