Bobby Jones Golf Club property conserved in perpetuity;

The City Commission unanimously approved placing a conservation easement on Bobby Jones Golf Club, restoring the historic 18-hole Donald Ross golf course, and constructing a new 9-hole adjustable course and clubhouse. The Commission took the action yesterday during an all-day special meeting.

01/11/2022 1:28 PM

City Hall to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday

City administration offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 17, in recognition of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday.

01/11/2022 9:00 AM

Sarasota Police Searching for Suspect Wanted on Murder Charges in Connection to Shooting

An arrest warrant for a charge of Murder has been issued for Johnny D. Evans, 22, last known address of 1550 North Lockwood Ridge Road, Sarasota. Two photos of Evans are attached. Evans is 6’1” and 170lbs and is considered armed and dangerous.

01/06/2022 4:48 PM

Robert L. Taylor KOPS Camp Canceled – Final Basketball Event Rescheduled for February

Due to the increase of COVID cases, the Kids and Officers Promoting Solidarity (KOPS) event scheduled for Wednesday, January 5, 2022, has been canceled out of an abundance of caution. The final event is being postponed until Friday, February 11, 2022.

01/03/2022 2:53 PM

Sarasota woman arrested and facing charges of murder in connection to New Year’s Day shooting

Sarasota Police are continuing to investigate a shooting that happened in the 1400 block of Main Street, Sarasota, just before 1:45 a.m. on January 1, 2022. Latoya Johnson, 37, has been arrested & is facing charges of Murder, Tampering with Evidence, and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon.

01/03/2022 9:39 AM

Van Wezel ramps up security with new touch-free scanners

The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is enhancing security protocol with the installation of new touch-free scanners from Evolv Technology.

12/30/2021 4:45 PM

New Year's Eve Pineapple Drop Party

Ring in the New Year at the Downtown Sarasota Block Party and Pineapple Drop Celebration! The event kicks off on December 31 at 1:00 p.m

12/30/2021 4:32 PM

New Year's Eve street closures begin

Temporary street closures in downtown Sarasota have started for the New Year's Eve celebration.

12/30/2021 4:31 PM

Jefferson Starship to perform at the Van Wezel on New Year's Eve

The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is thrilled to welcome Jefferson Starship for the band’s Sarasota show on Friday, December 31 at 8 p.m.

12/30/2021 4:30 PM

Reminder: City offices to observe New Year’s holiday

City administrative offices will be closed Friday, Dec. 31, in observance of the New Year’s Day holiday.

12/27/2021 9:00 AM

How to properly dispose of your Christmas tree

12/26/2021 12:00 PM

Tampa man arrested and facing charges of Attempted Murder & Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon

Geno T. Jackson, 21, of Tampa, has been arrested by Sarasota Police officers and is facing charges of Attempted Murder and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon after a shooting that happened Sunday morning.

12/21/2021 8:12 AM

Sarasota Doctor Arrested & Facing Charges of Prescription and Insurance Fraud

Michael Dattoli, 64, of Anna Maria, has been arrested and is facing multiple charges of obtaining a controlled substance by fraud, criminal use of personal identification information, and false and fraudulent insurance claims. Dattoli was arrested by Sarasota Police officers on December 16, 2021.

12/16/2021 4:24 PM

Youth after-hours program offered during the holidays

During the holidays, an after-hours youth program will be hosted at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex in partnership with the Gulf Coast Lions and Sarasota Police Department.

12/16/2021 4:15 PM

Lido Pool reopens

The Lido Pool has been repaired and is open to the public.

12/16/2021 3:28 PM

City offices to observe Christmas, New Year’s holidays

City administration offices will be closed Thursday, Dec. 23, and Friday, Dec. 24, in observance of Christmas and Friday, Dec. 31, for New Year’s Day.

12/16/2021 9:00 AM

Fresh Fridays to bring "Dance under the Stars" to Palm Avenue

To help usher in a new year of joy and success, Fresh Fridays presents DANCE UNDER THE STARS on January 7th from 8-11 p.m.

12/16/2021 8:00 AM

Winter Break camp offered at Arlington Park

Registration is now open for Winter Break camp at Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex, 2650 Waldemere Street, for children ages 6-12.

12/16/2021 7:30 AM

Fresh Friday sets stage to dance under the stars

As the City of Sarasota and the Downtown Improvement District look to up the fun and engagement with the Fresh Fridays series, they announce the new theme for the January 7th edition of the first-Friday initiative.

12/13/2021 5:27 PM

14-Year-Old Arrested in Connection to Death of 14-Year-Old

Davion King, 14, of Sarasota, has been arrested and is facing charges of Murder, a felony, in connection to the shooting death of a 14-year-old boy Friday night. Per F.S.S. 985.04 (2) (a) 1., information about juveniles charged with felonies is public record.

12/13/2021 11:42 AM