Lifestyle
3 Tips to Outsmart Coastal Wear and Tear on Your Florida Home
Protect your beachfront property with garage doors, floor seals, and power washing
Season of Sharing Campaign Raises $4.2 Million for Families in Need
Plus, the YMCA of Southwest Florida raises more than $300,000 at its first signature fundraising event in almost 10 years, and more.
Circus Legend Celebrates 104th Birthday in Sarasota
Mary Jane Miller reflects on her life in the circus and shares wisdom for living a long, fulfilling life.
Business
SeaPort Manatee Welcomes New Chief Financial Officer
Sheila Ballesteros McLean brings 27 years of public-sector finance experience to the port.
Nicole Rissler Named Sarasota County's Assistant County Administrator
Plus, Sarasota High School's Ryan Chase is named the National Association of Secondary School Principals' Florida High School Principal of the Year, and more.
Greg Linehan Law Expands Personal Injury Representation in Sarasota
Local legal team supports accident victims with strategic claims handling and proven results in serious injury cases.
Politics
Sarasota Republicans Call for Ouster of School Board Member Tom Edwards
Edwards defends himself after criticism over remarks at a protest
Sarasota County Reveals Manasota Beach Road Extension Plans, Sparking Resident Backlash
Proposed half-mile road expansion to connect Wellen Park and Englewood faces growing opposition from local residents concerned about environmental impact and developer influence.
Brevard Schools Outline Policies for Handling ICE Agents on Campus
District says staff must comply with lawful requests, but outlines procedures to limit access to students and records.
Crime
Seven Dead in Suspected Cross-State Murder Spree
Authorities say the killings in Sarasota and Fort Lauderdale are connected
Seven Dead in Suspected Linked Killings Across Florida
Authorities believe the deaths in Sarasota are connected to a double homicide in Fort Lauderdale.
Sarasota Killings Linked to Fort Lauderdale Double Homicide
Suspect found dead among 5 victims in Sarasota home, police say
Sports
Orioles Star Pete Alonso Draws Crowds at Spring Training
The new first baseman is quickly becoming a fan favorite in Baltimore
Baltimore Orioles Star Jackson Holliday Suffers Fractured Hamate Bone
Holliday will undergo surgery and miss the start of the 2026 season
Orioles Sign Veteran Pitcher Chris Bassitt to 1-Year Deal
Bassitt, a 2021 MLB All-Star, joins Baltimore's starting rotation ahead of Spring Training
