When the sand gets too hot, problems arise. Turtle embryos might not develop properly. Hatchlings that make it out may be weaker, slower, and less likely to survive their journey to the sea. This ...

Joan Marie (Derezinski) Webster, PhD. Passed away on May 8, 2025, in Sarasota, Florida. Joan passed from natural causes and was surrounded by her family on the day she passed. Joan was born to Chester ...

There could be early signs of a leveling off of the housing market in Manatee and Sarasota counties. According to the latest Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee’s report, inventory growth is ...

I appreciate the time you took to meet with me, and the other commissioners, to discuss possible ways pickleball play might be expanded on the island. Your knowledge of the sport and enthusiasm for ...

The Sarasota City Commission unanimously appointed former Longboat Key Town Manager Dave Bullock as its next interim city manager at a special meeting last week. Bullock will replace former city ...

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The Sarasota City Commission voted unanimously last week to approve a comprehensive plan amendment that changes the land use designation for part of the Mira Mar Plaza property from “downtown core” to ...

The Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium family is saddened by the loss of Pippi, one of its beloved North American river otters. Last week, Pippi began demonstrating behavior that was consistent with ...

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