Walk Into This Florida Italian Market And You’ll Swear You’re In Europe
Shelves stacked with imported pasta sit next to wheels of Parmigiano-Reggiano. Fresh focaccia comes out of the bakery while espresso drinks are prepared behind the counter. Cases are filled with cured meats, jars of olives, and neatly arranged desserts. It might sound like a neighborhood market in Italy, but it’s...
Retired Sarasota police K-9 Coti honored with final ride past headquarters
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Sarasota police mourned the loss of retired K-9 Coti with a final ride past police headquarters Wednesday, transporting the dog in the vehicle he served in throughout his career. The 12-year-old Coti served alongside Officer Nick Dominus from 2014 through 2021 with unwavering loyalty,...
Lucky Pelican’s general manager shares how he keeps the restaurant flying high
Lucky Pelican Bistro has long been one of Lakewood Ranch’s most popular destinations for coastal comfort food. This crowd-pleasing appeal is no accident. It’s the product of a strong leadership team: general manager Desmond Hill and manager Petro Demko, whose influence is woven into the restaurant’s design,...
Sarasota Festival of the Arts™
Dates: February 28th – March 1st, 2026 from 10am-5pm both days. Where: J.D. Hamel Park, Bayfront Drive, Sarasota, FL. Description: Imagine strolling through a park transformed into an open-air gallery, where more than 70 artisans showcase works that spark curiosity and conversation. From striking paintings and...
Gated $20M Sarasota estate with classy atrium design is what true luxury looks like
A striking waterfront estate on Sarasota’s Lido Key is drawing attention for its scale, architectural drama, and increasingly rare beachfront footprint. Listed for $20 million, the gated property at 1067 Westway Drive sits on nearly two acres with more than 100 feet of direct Gulf of Mexico frontage — a combination...
More details provided about victims of Amberlea neighborhood shootings
With its detectives continue investigating multiple shootings within the Amberlea neighborhood on Feb. 10, the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office has provided an update on the relationships of the victims. As The Sarasota News Leader has reported, two of the owners of the house standing at 4822 Fallcrest Circle —...
Elton! comes to Sarasota and Bradenton in March
MANATEE COUNTY — The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton and Sarasota will present Elton!, a dazzling, high-energy tribute celebrating the music and larger-than-life legacy of Sir Elton John, March 21-23. Featuring nationally acclaimed performer Greg Bickley as Elton John, this show-stopping concert blends iconic hits,...
Cold case breakthrough: Arrest made in 1999 Sarasota murder
SARASOTA, Fla. (WFLA)— A 55-year-old man is now behind bars in connection with a murder that went unsolved for more than two decades, the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office said. Investigators arrested Kevin Holloway in the 1999 killing of Esco Hunter Jr. Authorities said Holloway was already in custody...
E-Bike concerns result in more enforcement on Legacy Trail in Sarasota
SARASOTA, Fla. — Bikers in Sarasota, beware. Enforcement is in full swing on the Legacy Trail after the county received a long list of safety concerns from pedestrians about how those on e-bikes and e-motos are riding. Sarasota residents should expect to see changes on the Legacy Trail, including...
Manatee County Unveils $252M Lasting Manatee Recovery Plan
Manatee County officials today pulled back the curtain on "Lasting Manatee," a sweeping recovery game plan that aims to fix storm‑damaged homes and harden vulnerable infrastructure after the 2024 storms. The initiative bundles homeowner repairs, rental recovery, voluntary buyouts and big‑ticket infrastructure work...
