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The Sarasota County Fire Department (SCFD) is gearing up for another year of community connection, education, and family fun with the return of its monthly Fire Station Open Houses in 2026. Launched as a countywide initiative in 2024, the program continues to grow—welcoming thousands of residents each year who come to meet their local firefighters, […]
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Mark your calendars: on Sunday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m., the intimate and arts-driven venue Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center (525 Kumquat Court, enter via the alleyway) will host acclaimed folk-singer-songwriter Jay Nash. Opening the night will be Sarasota’s own dynamic musician Matthew Frost, whose band explores a compelling blend of blues, soul, rock […]
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During the particularly treacherous hurricane season of 2024, Sarasota’s beloved Midnight Pass reopened. And as of today, the pass remains open, slowly allowing larger volumes of water through, having a remarkable effect on ecosystems inland it once nourished and flushed. Why was Midnight Pass originally closed? Midnight Pass was created in 1920 by a hurricane. […]
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After a seven-month hiatus due to damage from Hurricanes Milton and Helene, Sarasota’s iconic O’Leary’s Tiki Bar & Grill has triumphantly reopened its doors at 5 Bayfront Drive. The grand reopening on May 2, 2025, coincided with the removal of a large boat that had been lodged on the beach since the storms, symbolizing a […]
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As Sarasota County residents prepare to observe Memorial Day on Monday, May 26, it’s important to know which government services and facilities will be closed for the holiday and which ones will remain open. CLOSED on Monday, May 26:Most Sarasota County government offices and facilities will be closed in honor of Memorial Day, including: OPEN […]
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L.L. Bean, the renowned outdoor and recreation retailer, is set to open its first Florida store at the Mall at University Town Center (UTC) in Sarasota. Scheduled for May 9, 2025, this marks a significant milestone for the brand as it expands its presence in the Southeast. A Premier Shopping Destination: The Mall at University […]
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Keep Sarasota County Beautiful (KSCB) is calling on community members to participate in the annual Great American Cleanup on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at various locations throughout Sarasota County. This nationwide initiative, spearheaded by Keep America Beautiful since 1998, stands as the country’s largest community improvement program, engaging over […]
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USA Swimming is making waves once again at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota, Florida, from April 4–6, 2025, for the Open Water National & Junior National Championships. Hosted in partnership with the Sarasota Sharks and Visit Sarasota County, this prestigious event returns for its third consecutive year. Fresh off the 2024 Paris Olympics, this three-day […]
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Ben Cosgrove, a renowned composer and multi-instrumentalist, will bring his unique blend of folk and classical instrumental music to Fogartyville in Sarasota on Wednesday, February 12 at 7 p.m. His performance will showcase original compositions that delve into themes of landscape, geography, and environmental change, creating a musical exploration of the natural world. Cosgrove’s work […]
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With nine years under its belt, Music Compound is on the move – literally. With its Cattlemen Road location being sold, owner Jenny Compound saw the opportunity to merge its Sarasota and Manatee County locations at a brand new, state-of-the-art facility near the Fruitville Road/I-75 corridor. The location will officially open for business on August […]
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Sande Caplin and Associates, a leading website development company based in Sarasota-Bradenton, Florida, is proud to announce the opening of new locations in Sparta, Tennessee, and Stillwater, Oklahoma. This expansion marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth and commitment to serving clients nationwide. The company also has satellite offices in Smithtown, New York and […]