Sarasota FL

You know that feeling when you bite into something so delicious that time momentarily stops?. That’s exactly what happens at Dry Dock Waterfront Grill in Longboat Key, where seafood dreams come true against a backdrop of stunning Florida waters. Let me tell you, finding exceptional seafood in Florida isn’t...

Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium in Sarasota is working on a unique program to help grow and restore coral reefs.

A 60-year-old Florida man, Douglas Naeher, is accused of attempting to kill his wife off a boat during a fishing trip. Allegedly, the man became irate after a fishing line snapped, then untied a rope the woman was holding while in the ocean, and beat her when she tried to get back on the ship.

Summer in Sarasota is all about sun, sea breezes, and good times—and there’s no better place to soak it all in than Tarpon Bay Grill & Tiki Bar. Located at 7150 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34243, this waterfront spot combines great seafood, cocktails, live music, and island‑vibe fun to deliver the perfect summer...

The city of Sarasota plans to spend $1.7 million to improve Bobby Jones Golf Club and supplement the publicly owned course's nature park for the wildlife, residents and the environment as a whole. Even though Sarasota Parks and Recreation Director Jerry Fogle said Bobby Jones already has “trails, amazing trees and...

A man sheriff’s deputies say twice robbed the same credit union branch in about a month is in custody following his arrest this week. Christopher A. Borchardt, a 25-year-old Sarasota man, was initially charged with two counts of robbery without a weapon, according to a statement from the Sarasota County Sheriff’s...

CHARLOTTE HARBOR — Firefighters from several communities around the region were called to a boat fire Saturday morning in Turtle Bay off Charlotte Harbor.

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Drivers commuting home are stuck in a significant backup on I-75 southbound, approaching Fruitville Rd. Crews are working diligently to get a semi up and moving out of the center lane, during the afternoon rush. As of 4:20 p.m., traffic is backed up over 5 miles,...

BRADENTON, Fla. - Mixon Fruit Farms operated for more than 80 years in Manatee County, now commissioners are considering the purchase of the 40-acre property as well as long-standing memories of Mixon Fruit Farms. The backstory:. Mixon Fruit Farms sits closed but filled with memories of past generations. Janet and...

Venice Police officers are investigating a swimming death at Venice Beach on July 26. Investigators said that there are no signs of foul play, and they’re working to identify the individual to notify their next of kin. Residents are asked to avoid the area while officers continue their investigation. Melissa...