All Faiths Food Bank needs help

All Faiths Food Bank needs help filling empty plates for the holidays Due to COVID-19, the past year deepened the region’s hunger crisis, skyrocketing demand. By All Faiths Food Bank All Faiths Food Bank is…

Sarasota 1% Sales Tax Add On

The Sarasota County Surtax Advisory Task Force will host public input meetings to welcome community feedback on the future of the Penny Sales Tax (the Penny), which currently funds public safety, transportation, school priorities and…

Sarasota County Sheriff Tackles Recidivism

Sarasota County Sheriff's Tackles Recidivism with a grant from  the Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation "The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office received a grant this week to support efforts to reduce recidivism and alleviate barriers to…

Celebrities’ Abound in Our Town

It wouldn't be fair to ignore all of the celebrities'' who have called our town, Sarasota, Venice or Bradenton their home or fourth home. One of the earlier celebrities going back over 40 years is…

Sarasota County Centennial Time Line

Sarasota County Through the Decades A Celebration of the County's Centennial Anniversary brought to you by Planning and Development Services of Sarasota County. Published April 29, 2021 Image credits: Sarasota County Libraries & Historical Resources…

Mote Releases 7 Turtles

IMG_1892   Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium said a fond farewell to seven juvenile green sea turtles today as they were released in Ormond Beach.  The seven turtles came to Mote's care after stranding on…

Summer Swim and Lessons Arlington

SUMMER SWIM LESSONS, PROGRAMMING & EXTENDED HOURS SARASOTA, FL, May 4, 2021 Summer is almost here! The City of Sarasota Parks & Recreation District is increasing the accessibility and enjoyment of swimming at the Arlington…