Sarasota Local Pulse

Sarasota police arrested 17-year-old William Rosencrantz in Manatee County for second-degree murder.

• Victim, an 18-year-old man, died from a...

Village On The Isle plans Arbor Vita, a 180-unit resort-style senior campus on 50 acres off East Venice Avenue.

• Key amenities include a kayak...

A deadly crash has shut down the I-275 on-ramp to the Skyway bridge, forcing traffic diversions for commuters. Officials continue investigating and will provide updates as more details emerge.

Get ready for a festive summer outing right in Venice.

• Date & Time: Saturday, July 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Location: Venice Community Center at...

Sarasota Police Department is showing proactive community policing through two July events at its Adams Lane headquarters.

• School supply drive:...

Sarasota is projecting a clear pro-business signal through jobs, investment appeal, and tax policy.

• Executive openings span nonprofits,...

Land Protection and Development

• 🔥 Hawkins Ranch Preservation: Sarasota County Commission unanimously added the 3,300-acre historic Hawkins...

Sarasota County Commission takes a firm stand with a unanimous vote to block hyperscale data centers for at least one year, pushing for a permanent ban over environmental and utility concerns.

Sarasota County Animal Services is using overflow spaces for dogs and kittens, raising concerns about incoming animals and disease outbreaks.

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Avelo Airlines now lets Suncoast travelers book Sarasota-Bradenton flights through early 2027, giving extra time to lock in low fares for winter...

A packed week blends music revues, circus acts, photography exhibits, ballet, and live concerts across Sarasota and Bradenton.

• Marvin Gaye Revue...

• State mandates force apartment approvals: Live Local Act compels Sarasota County to greenlight large rural projects despite resident opposition and...

Jacob Rogo, 30, was arrested by Venice Police for the June 26 hit-and-run that killed pedestrian Aidlier Meyer at U.S. 41 Bypass and East Venice...

Sarasota's traditionally quiet summer is evolving fast. A dozen new retail and restaurant spots at University Town Center plus extended prix fixe...

Sarasota's Adult & Community Enrichment program delivers hands-on community enrichment through cooking classes, with Chef Lisa Osterlindh...

• Severe thunderstorm warnings and a heat advisory hit southeastern Sarasota County through 7 p.m., with heat index reaching 110 degrees.
• Organizers...

Sarasota Police will host its annual Done with the Gun event on July 11, offering a safe and anonymous way to turn in unwanted firearms.

• Details:...

• Unanimous vote: City Commission reappointed architect Shane LaMay to another term on the Planning Board.
• New member: Tiffany Nisbet approved to...

Recent lightning deaths have prompted local reminders on staying safe.

• Sarasota County has no beach sensors and urges leaving before storms while...

The Summer Circus Spectacular marks nearly two decades as a Sarasota family tradition, with Circus Arts Conservatory and The Ringling curating global...