NOAA’s outlook for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, which goes from June 1 to November 30, predicts a 30% chance of a near-normal season, a 60% chance of an above-normal season, and a 10% chance of a below-normal season. The agency is forecasting a range of 13 to 19 total named storms (winds of 39 […]
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Three New Manatees: Bishop MSN
Sarasota News Events: The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature has received three new arrivals for secondary rehabilitation. Young female manatees named Mandalore, Crane, and Kyber. Their arrival at the Parker Manatee Rehabilitation Habitat marks the next phase in their recovery process. “It is important that the manatees feel comfortable in their new environment,” states […]
Challenging new development in Sarasota? Be ready to spend a small fortune
Sarasota News Events: This story is provided by Suncoast Spotlight, an investigative news source. Challenging new development in Sarasota? Be ready to spend a small fortune Published On: May 9, 2025Last Updated: May 9, 2025 By: Derek Gilliam | Suncoast Searchlight In a city defined by its coastal charm and modest skyline, a heated battle […]
Gulf Islands Ferry Notes Changes
Gulf Islands Ferry Updates Operational Schedule MANATEE COUNTY, FL (April 25, 2025) – The Gulf Islands Ferry will adjust its operational schedule for May 2025. Effective May 1, the two catamarans will shift service from five to four days-per-week, running Thursday through Sunday. Service will continue between the downtown Bradenton Riverwalk Pier and the Historic […]
How developers control Florida’s fastest-growing communities
Gran Paradiso battle reveals how developers control Florida’s fastest-growing communities Published On: April 18, 2025Last Updated: April 18, 2025 By: Derek Gilliam | Suncoast Searchlight Streets lined with lush landscaping wind through what was once open ranchland, now transformed into a luxury community. At the entrance, royal palms rise in perfect formation, flanking an ornate Spanish […]
Sarasota Co. Chlorine Flush Alert
Sarasota News Events: Sarasota County Public Utilities to Conduct Free Chlorine Conversion SARASOTA COUNTY – From April 22 through May 6, Sarasota County Public Utilities will temporarily modify its drinking (potable) water disinfection process as part of routine maintenance. The water will remain safe to drink. This process has many benefits, including improving the […]
Sarasota African American Cultural Coalition
A Message from our CEO Pictured (from left to right): Freedom songs leader Brenda Watty, Sarasota School Superintendent Terry Conner, SAACC CEO Vickie Oldham and community scholar Walter Gilbert. Our work at SAACC is about more than preserving history—it’s about uplifting legacy. History calls us to act that the future is brighter for generations unborn. We’re […]
The Ringling costs millions. Can New College handle it?
Sarasota news events: Preserving centuries-old artifacts. Managing acres of manicured grounds and rose gardens. Shielding valuable art from the ravages of powerful storms. For a quarter century, Florida State University has staffed, operated and managed the finances of the arts complex known as The Ringling – including the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, the […]
April Fools 2025
Sarsota News Events: April 1st, 2025 * Sarasota County will cancel real estate taxes for the next two years given their pockets have been inflated by humongous increases in property values over the past five years. * Downtown condo owners will stop griping about all of the nightlife downtown. * Mother Nature promised to spare […]
The Eagles & Eric Clapton VPA’s
Sarasota News Events: Venice Theatre is bringing classic rock to Florida’s Cultural Coast® with the Alter Eagles at the Venice Community Center on April 14 and Simply Clapton at the Venice Performing Arts Center on April 21. Both concerts are at 7:30 p.m. with ticket prices ranging from $50 to $55. A $6 restoration fee […]