Sarasota redevelopment windfall: A 2,467 sq ft medical office across from Selby Gardens sold for $3.6 million at a 634% gain, while a neighboring parcel traded at a 753% premium—all earmarked for a 66-unit condo project — find out how.
Nonprofits secure $1.4M boost: The Community Foundation of Sarasota County awarded funds to the Arts and Cultural Alliance to fund capacity-building workshops for local arts groups — find out how.
Art Center Sarasota turns 100: The city’s oldest arts hub launches a yearlong centennial with retrospectives, community exhibitions, youth galleries and a revival of the storied Beaux Arts Ball on Oct. 9 — find out what’s ahead.
Fifth annual Tiki Fever festival: The Bahi Hut’s authentic purist gathering returns Nov. 6–8 with live music, rum tastings, limited-edition mugs and immersive décor tours — find out what’s in store.
Sneakers spark student confidence: Longboat Island Chapel’s Aug. 19 Gather and Give collected shoes, socks and laces to empower Daughtrey Elementary students and support local families through Stillpoint Mission, while thrift-shop proceeds aid Palmetto’s resource center — find out how to join the Sept. 16 drive.
Other Sarasota headlines this week
- New Trader Joe’s serves more than groceries
- Sarasota Memorial named nation’s top rehabilitation center
- Sarasota superintendent says no teachers laid off
- Bradenton-area restaurants aced health inspections
- USF named Forbes’ top Florida university employer
- SPD puts fourth K-9 unit on patrol
