Doctors Said This Longtime Local Designer Had Alzheimer’s. Unconvinced, Her Friends Launched a Rescue Mission.

Finding Anne

Doctors Told Anne Folsom Smith She Had Alzheimer’s. Unconvinced, Her Friends Launched a Rescue Mission.

“We said, ‘We will know when she is done, and she is not done. We will continue until we can find the doctor that can help us.’” Read More »

More Rosemary

Bayside North Moves Ahead in the Rosemary District

The project will add 96 rental residences, 15 workforce housing units, eight furnished guest suites and a ground-floor restaurant. Read More »

From Survival to the Stage: Lifeline Productions Premieres Cristela Carrizales’ Solo Masterpiece, Begin Again Badge

Lifeline Productions brings Cristela Carrizales’ transformative solo performance to the stage for its Sarasota world premiere -- balancing fearless humor with the messy truths of survival, healing, and the courage to start over. Read More »

Making a Splash

Meet Splash, America’s Only Underwater Recovery Otter

He sleeps in bed, throws hissy fits and helps when cadaver dogs and divers hit the limit. Read More »

Vintage Revival

A 1930s Laurel Park Bungalow Is Brought Back to Life

Sold for $1 and spared demolition, the house still honors its original character. Read More »

Through the Eyes of: CareerEdge

CareerEdge is a workforce initiative designed to help people build skills and move into new or advancing roles, while supporting employers across industries like healthcare, manufacturing, skilled trades, and transportation. Read More »

Did That Really Happen?

Recent You-Can’t-Make-Them-Up Headlines From Sarasota and Beyond

Florida legislators decide you can still marry your first cousin, Manatee County’s “Monkey Whisperer” strikes again, and more. Read More »

Easy Freezy

Snag a Frozen Cocktail at One of These Top Spots

One of these frozen concoctions with a bit of boozy kick will beat the heat. Read More »