New upscale sushi spot: Daniel Dokko, owner of JPan and Korê Steakhouse, is unveiling Kuro Sushi on Lakewood Ranch’s Main Street—a 120-seat venue with small plates, robata skewers, a Japanese whisky bar and omakase seating—set to launch in late September — find out what’s on the menu.
Deputy turned pet mobility hero: Since founding Ruck9 in 2021, former Sarasota deputy John Cox has shipped custom wheelchairs to 544 animals across 43 states and 18 countries, giving pets from Chihuahuas to skunks a second chance — find out how far his nonprofit goes.
Decades-old roadway opens Aug. 9: After planning since the 1960s and construction from 2013, the final stretch of 44th Avenue links Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton just before school starts — find out how it could ease your commute.
Plymouth Harbor Foundation awards $110K: The foundation recognized 27 team members and their families with scholarships totaling over $110,000 and has now given more than $486,000 since 2013 — find out what drives this support.
Local crew uncovers sloth claw: Early last month, Manatee County Utilities workers digging a trench unearthed a remarkably preserved Megatherium claw—the first fossil of its kind found in the county—and it’s now on display at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature — check out the exhibit details.
Other Sarasota headlines this week
- Sarasota, Bradenton enforce school-zone cameras Aug. 11
- Beaux Arts Ball returns March 21, 2026
- Roman Solomon wins Steph Curry tour stop
- Barancik Foundation approved $8.15 million in grants
- Bradenton’s Riverview6 affordable apartments now leasing
- Teen diver launches Florida waters cleanup chapter
