Sarasota news events: The Sarasota Police Department is warning the public about an emerging scam involving ride-sharing apps and large cash withdrawals. Two cases reported this week in the City of Sarasota are under investigation, with similar incidents also being investigated by the Venice Police Department and the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office. On Tuesday, Dec. […]
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White Pelicans Return to Sarasota
Sarasota news events: Photo: Gordon Silver, thank you. American White Pelicans are seasonal “snowbirds” in Sarasota , typically arriving in late October or November and remaining until March or April. Unlike the year-round resident brown pelicans, these large white birds migrate from breeding grounds in the northern United States and Canada. Migration Timing Arrival: Large flocks usually reach Sarasota around November, […]
Florida Affordability….
Sarasota News Events: In 2025, Florida continues to face a significant affordability crisis, primarily driven by soaring housing and insurance costs. While the state’s overall cost of living index (99.5) remains slightly below the national average, the “affordability gap” for residents is among the widest in the country. Housing and Rent The Florida housing market […]
Happening in Our Town through January 1st 2026
Sarasota News Events: Here is a comprehensive list of events, activities, and entertainment options in the Sarasota, Venice, and Bradenton areas from today, Friday, December 26, 2025, through Thursday, January 1, 2026. New Year’s Eve Celebrations (Dec 31, 2025) The main events for New Year’s Eve center around large community block parties and restaurant galas, […]
43 Missing Florida Children Recovered
In mid-December 2025, a major U.S. Marshals-led operation, “Northern Lights,” recovered 43 critically missing children across North Florida and neighboring states, with agencies finding kids as young as 18 months, many at risk of trafficking or exploitation, marking the most successful operation in North Florida’s history. This follows another large-scale, late 2025 Florida-focused effort, “Operation Home for […]
Stephen King’s Ties to Sarasota
Photo: Shane Leonard Sarasota news events: Stephen King views Sarasota: not as a typical pristine vacation spot, but as a place with “texture”—a term he uses to describe the city’s complex, somewhat “funky” character that differentiates it from more manicured Florida locales. As of 2025, King remains a part-time resident, spending winters at his secluded […]
Sarasota County faces lawsuit over Siesta Key Waterfront
Sarasota County faces lawsuit over controversial Siesta Key land swap Siesta Key businessman Michael Holderness sued Sarasota County, arguing that county signs encouraged the public to use a section of his private beach near Beach Access 3. To resolve the dispute, the county agreed to a settlement that would transfer ownership of the contested […]
Thunder By The Bay 2026
Sarasota news events: 28th Annual Thunder By The Bay Festival Announces Three Headline Acts – Special Guest – A New Name Don’t miss one of Florida’s most anticipated festivals — a weekend filled with music, motors, and making a difference! The 28th Annual Thunder By The Bay Music & Motors Festival returns to the Sarasota […]
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Venue 2025-2026
Sarasota News Events https://www.westcoastblacktheatre.org/ Langston Hughes’ Black Nativity November 20 – December 21, 2025 We are delighted to once again present Langston Hughes’ Black Nativity. This year’s version features new faces and voices, including some Stage of Discovery youth performers. This show is a celebration of the nativity story, with gospel, blues, spiritual and Christmas music […]
WBTT Black Nativity 2025
Sarasota News Events Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe – once again – invites the community to celebrate the holiday season with “Black Nativity – Reimagined,” an inspirational gospel musical originally penned by poet/playwright Langston Hughes that retells the biblical Nativity story. The music is combined with dance, poetry and narrative to deliver a message of joy, […]
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