Mote study reveals massive illegal trade of shark fins across the world
Specialists with Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium in Sarasota are sounding the alarm.
Venice jetty rebuild remains in limbo
VENICE — The West Coast Inland Navigation District board got an update on the rebuild of the South Jetty Friday and, as Executive Director Justin McBride said, it was “not awesome news.”
A Local Favorite: Corkscrew Deli in Sarasota
If you’re looking for a spot that offers satisfying, freshly-made sandwiches in a friendly local setting along Florida’s Gulf coast, Corkscrew Deli in Sarasota is a standout. Since opening in 1994, this deli has become a beloved lunch destination for both full-time residents and visitors alike. A taste...
Duff’s Famous Wings Making Sarasota Debut Before Year’s End
In business since 1969, when it was founded near Buffalo, New York, Duff’s Famous Wings is preparing to make its debut in Sarasota. The brand has already been introduced to the Sunshine State, with a location that opened at 5119 N Nebraska Ave in Tampa’s Seminole Heights neighborhood. Now, submitted plan review...
Dima Tower Found Guilty of Stabbing Adoptive Parents to Death
A Florida man has been found guilty of stabbing his adoptive parents to death and evading police for hours.
Sarasota Memorial continues straight A safety streak
SMH-Sarasota the only Suncoast hospital, and among approximately 10% in nation, to earn Leapfrog’s elite ‘Straight A’ designation. Both Sarasota Memorial Hospital (SMH) campuses received top marks for how well they prevent medical errors, accidents and infections, as noted in The Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2025 Hospital...
Manatee County Planning Commission approves rezoning for a 683 acre development
Rezoning for plans by Lennar Homes to develop 683 acres by Buckeye Road, was unanimously approved Thursday by the Manatee County Planning Commission. The land is expected to become more than 2,000 single-family homes and 15,000 square feet of public-use facilities – potentially for a fire department.. The design...
Manatee Planning Commission endorses 2,000 more homes in Parrish
Lennar Homes wants to build up to 2,047 units in one of the fastest growing areas of Manatee County. Host: The Manatee County Planning Commission recommends that the county commission approve another 2,000 homes on farmland in the already fast-growing area of Parrish. I share the details on this one.
North Port man gets life sentence for murdering adoptive parents
A North Port man was sentenced to life in prison Friday for the murder of his adoptive parents.
Sarasota deputies shoot, kill man while responding to attempted suicide
SARASOTA, Fla. (WFLA) — The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office said deputies shot and killed a man early Saturday morning after a reported suicide attempt. Deputies responded to a residence on Cardigan Circle in Sarasota at around 12:39 a.m. after a report that someone had attempted suicide, the sheriff’s office said....
