Florida Division of Emergency Management Encourages Preparedness and Vigilance as System Strengthens into Tropical Depression Nine

The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) continues to monitor the trajectory of Tropical Depression Nine and its potential strengthening and impact on the State of Florida.

09/23/2022 2:40 PM

October with a fresh flavor

After a resounding approval from the Downtown Improvement District, Fresh Fridays is proud to return for its second season on October 7th with OCTOBER FRESH.

09/20/2022 2:42 PM

Survey open for Shade Avenue complete street

The City of Sarasota plans to build a "complete street' on Shade Avenue and is asking for the public's input through a brief online survey.

08/31/2022 5:32 PM

City administrative offices to close for Labor Day on Sept. 5

City of Sarasota administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 5, in observance of Labor Day.

08/29/2022 4:30 PM

Pipe failure causes wastewater spill

A 16-inch diameter pressurized pipe ruptured near Shade Avenue and 8th Street Friday night around 9:30 p.m. releasing approximately 340,000 gallons of wastewater into the City’s storm drainage system, including Whitaker bayou.

08/29/2022 4:10 PM

All-American Block Party Comes to Palm Avenue Sept. 2

On Friday, September 2nd, all roads lead to Palm Avenue for AMERICAN ROUTES, where all-American staples in both music and food are celebrated adjacent to and inside Art Ovation Hotel.

08/24/2022 10:55 AM

City Commission candidates advance to Nov. 8 general election

Candidates for the two At-Large City Commission seats have advanced to a second election this fall, based on unofficial results from Tuesday’s first round of voting.

08/23/2022 9:28 PM

Fishing line recycling containers available

08/22/2022 4:28 PM

"No Swim" advisory lifted for Lido Beach

Sarasota County health officials have lifted a “No Swim” advisory after a water resample came back with a satisfactory result.

08/13/2022 5:00 PM

'No Swim' advisory issued for Lido Beach

As a precaution, Sarasota County health officials have issued a “No Swim” advisory for Lido Beach

08/11/2022 3:35 PM

Jazz comes to Palm Avenue on Friday Aug. 5, rain or shade

The August installment of the Fresh Fridays event series presented by the Downtown Improvement District is set to offer the region a fully immersive jazz experience on Friday, August 5th from 7 to 10 p.m.

08/03/2022 1:05 PM

No Swim advisory lifted for Bird Key Park

Sarasota County health officials have lifted a “No Swim” advisory after a water resample came back with a satisfactory result.

08/03/2022 8:15 AM

'No Swim' advisory issued for Bird Key Park

As a precaution, Sarasota County health officials have issued a “No Swim” advisory for Bird Key Park

07/28/2022 12:00 PM

City Commission sets reduced preliminary millage rate

The City Commission reduced the millage rate Tuesday for a second consecutive year following extensive review of the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget. The approved preliminary operating millage is a rate of 3.0000 mills.

07/28/2022 10:29 AM

Lido Beach Pool reopens July 27

Lido Beach Pool, 400 Ben Franklin Dr., is repaired and will reopen to the public Wednesday, July 27 at 10 a.m. The pool closed two weeks ago to fix a faulty circulation pump.

07/27/2022 8:38 AM

Commissioner and staff honored with 2022 Home Rule Hero Award

The Florida League of Cities (FLC), celebrating its 100th anniversary as the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments, recently recognized Commissioner Jen Ahearn-Koch and Governmental Relations Manager Stevie Freeman-Montes with a 2022 Home Rule Hero Award for their hard work and advocacy.

07/20/2022 10:19 AM

Lido Beach Pool closed for repairs

Lido Beach Pool, 400 Ben Franklin Dr., is temporarily closed to the public due to a broken circulation pump. It is unknown when the pool will reopen due to supply chain difficulties obtaining the necessary replacement parts.

07/13/2022 11:47 AM

Public invited to North Trail Redevelopment Forum July 27

The public is invited to learn more about redevelopment on the North Tamiami Trail corridor when the City of Sarasota hosts a forum presented by Commissioner Jen Ahearn-Koch.

07/13/2022 9:00 AM

Kettle of Fish returns to Van Wezel Friday Fest concert series

June marked the return of Friday Fest after a two-year hiatus. After an extremely successful first event, the concert series continues this month with local favorite Kettle of Fish on July 15.

07/06/2022 2:42 PM

City administrative offices closed for Fourth of July holiday

City of Sarasota administrative offices will be closed Monday, July 4, in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.

06/27/2022 9:00 AM