Lithium-ion battery ignites fire at Sarasota e-bike shop
A fire with large plumes of smoke broke out overnight Sunday at a Sarasota bike shop, and officials said a lithium-ion battery is to blame.
These Apple Fritters Sell Out Fast, So Locals Line Up Early At This Florida...
Florida has no shortage of great bakeries, but what if one pastry was the reason people set alarms and show up early?. Across the Sunshine State, there is a quiet obsession with a treat that looks simple but delivers something unforgettable. Golden on the outside, soft on the inside, and filled with warm cinnamon...
How dolphins communicate – new discoveries from a long-term study in Sarasota, Florida
A database of sounds from a community of wild dolphins is proving to be a great resource for researchers studying dolphin communication.
Visit This Unique Florida Elephant Ranch for an Unforgettable Adventure
Tucked away in the peaceful countryside of Myakka City, Florida, the Myakka Elephant Ranch is one of the most extraordinary places you can visit in the entire state. This special sanctuary is home to rescued elephants who have found a safe, loving place to live out their days. Whether you...
Agape says goodbye to Kory, Patrick
VENICE — It was OK to laugh, Agape Flights Inc. CEO Allen Speer said at the service for Kory Elleby and Patrick Decker on Saturday at Venice Presbyterian Church, because it was a celebration of their lives.
Port Charlotte motorcyclist killed in two-vehicle crash
NOKOMIS — A Port Charlotte motorcyclist was killed in a two vehicle crash Sunday.
Sarasota airport among 20 that don’t use TSA officers at security checkpoints
TSA lines don't seem to be much of a problem at airports that technically don’t use TSA officers.
Manasota Beach Road residents resist $15 million expansion OK’ed by Sarasota commissioners
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. — Homeowners in Englewood are speaking out against what they are calling an unwanted neighbor — the Manasota Beach Road expansion. Manasota Beach Road is a residential road in Englewood, an area home to wildlife and farm animals. The Sarasota County Board of Commissioners approved turning...
Drone replacement costs add to Manatee County expenses
Though not always visible when in use, drones flown by Manatee County routinely ply the area’s skies, capturing photos, video, laser-based images, and other data of the landscape below. They range from tiny quad-copters weighing less than 2 pounds, which cost the county $500 in 2024, to the senseFly...
Bicyclist dead after being struck by vehicle in Florida
FLORIDA — A bicyclist was killed late Sunday night in a crash involving an SUV on Lockwood Ridge Road, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The crash occurred around 11:30 p.m. near the intersection of Lockwood Ridge Road and Gocio Road. Investigators said a 56-year-old Sarasota man was driving an SUV southbound...
