Lido Pavilion restroom renovations completed

The newly refurbished restrooms at Lido Pavilion are now open to the public, marking the completion of this extensive renovation project.

12/10/2021 11:00 AM

Port Charlotte Man Arrested in Connection to Death Investigation

Brennan Wakey, 25, of Port Charlotte, has been arrested and is facing charges of Murder in connection to the death of a man that happened at 950 University Parkway, Sarasota, on Thursday, December 9, 2021.

12/09/2021 4:20 PM

Sarasota Man Sentenced to Two Consecutive Life Sentences in Connection to 2015 Homicide

Ronald Howard, who was found guilty of two counts of 2nd Degree Murder with a Firearm in connection to a 2015 case, was sentenced to two consecutive life sentences on December 3, 2021.

12/09/2021 3:34 PM

Sarasota Police Department Partnering with Robert L. Taylor Community Complex & Gulf Coast Lions for K.O.P.S.

The Sarasota Police Department is partnering with the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex (RLTCC) and the Gulf Coast Lions, a national pro basketball league, for K.O.P.S. (Kids and Officers Promoting Solidarity). Registration is now open for youth ages 12 to 16.

12/09/2021 1:36 PM

Shop with a Cop Scheduled for Saturday, December 11, 2021

The Sarasota Housing Authority, Sarasota Police Department, Walmart, and Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT) are partnering to provide 150 underprivileged children with a unique holiday experience to ‘Shop with a Cop’ for holiday gifts in Sarasota.

12/02/2021 11:31 AM

Get ready to shop, stroll, and sing in the snow!

ike a kid on the eve of opening presents, we can hardly contain our excitement for SHOP STROLL SING! But even though we won’t be sleeping between now and Friday night, we hope you rest up to SHOP, STROLL, and SING! on State Street from 8-11 p.m.

12/01/2021 3:16 PM

City to share update on Bayfront Park playground, splash pad design

The City of Sarasota will share an update on the design for a new Bayfront Park playground and splash pad at an upcoming public meeting.

12/01/2021 1:05 PM

Sarasota Man Arrested on Charges of Capital Sexual Battery & Possession of Child Pornography

Randall Haus, 56, of Sarasota, has been arrested and is facing charges of Capital Sexual Battery on a Victim under 12-years-old and four counts of Possession of Child Pornography. Haus is currently being held at the Sarasota County Jail.

11/30/2021 8:20 AM

Road Closures for Sarasota Holiday Parade – Saturday, December 4, 2021

The 25th annual Downtown Sarasota Holiday Parade will be held on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at 7 p.m. The parade will begin at Main Street and U.S. 301 in downtown Sarasota. The parade will end at J.D. Hamel Park at Main Street and Gulfstream Avenue.

11/29/2021 8:47 AM

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.

11/24/2021 10:20 AM

City offices closed for Thanksgiving holiday

City of Sarasota administrative offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 25, and Friday, Nov. 26, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

11/24/2021 8:00 AM

Kids & Officers Promoting Solidarity

11/22/2021 2:28 PM

City seeking applicants for advisory board openings

Interested in volunteering your time and expertise and giving back to the community?

11/16/2021 10:00 AM

Accessibility survey now available online

In keeping with its ongoing efforts to serve all members of the public, the City of Sarasota is seeking input from the community about accessibility in our community via an online survey that is now available.

11/15/2021 7:00 AM

Veterans Day Parade set for Thursday, Nov. 11

The City of Sarasota, in conjunction with the Sarasota Patriotic Observance Committee, will host its annual Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 11.

11/10/2021 2:30 PM

City administrative offices closed Nov. 11 for Veterans Day

City administrative offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 11, in observance of the Veterans Day holiday.

11/10/2021 8:30 AM

Lido Pool temporarily closed

The Lido Pool is temporarily closed for repairs. It is unknown at this time when the pool will reopen.

11/09/2021 2:22 PM

Public Art Master Plan community survey now open

The City of Sarasota Office of Public Art is seeking community feedback via a new public art survey now available online.

11/08/2021 10:00 AM

New Mayor and Vice Mayor selected

District 3 Commissioner Erik Arroyo was selected by the City Commission today during a statutory meeting to serve as Mayor for the next year and District 1 Commissioner Kyle Battie was selected to serve as Vice Mayor.

11/05/2021 2:13 PM

Sarasota Police asking for information identifying individuals seen on camera with stolen fishing equipment

Detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying at least five individuals who were seen on camera in the 1100 block of John Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, between 7 p.m. on October 23, 2021, and 8 a.m. on October 24, 2021, removing high-end fishing equipment from at least three boats

11/04/2021 11:19 AM