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North Lido Beach 'No Swim' advisory lifted
The “No Swim” advisory that has been in place at North Lido Beach since Thursday, July 29, has been lifted. Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County officials received testing results today that were at a satisfactory level for enterococcus bacteria meeting both the U.S. Environmental Protect
07/30/2021 3:14 PM
'No Swim' advisory issued for N. Lido Beach
As a precaution, Sarasota County health officials have issued a “No Swim” advisory for North Lido Beach.
07/29/2021 2:24 PM
US 41-First Street crosswalk deactivated
The signalized HAWK pedestrian crosswalk at US 41-First Street is now deactivated. Pedestrians are directed to use the crosswalks on US 41 at Fruitville Road and Main Street. The crosswalk at on Gulfstream Avenue-Golden Gate Point is also open to pedestrians.
07/29/2021 2:23 PM
Red tide update
Site inspections at Lido Beach today showed increased signs of red tide with mild respiratory irritation and moderate amounts of marine debris accumulating on the shoreline.
07/28/2021 4:16 PM
Westbound Siesta Drive temporarily closed to traffic
Siesta Drive is temporarily closed to westbound traffic from U.S. 41 to Honeysuckle Drive as the City of Sarasota completes the installation of a new water line.
07/26/2021 3:10 PM
Sarasota Man Arrested on Charges of Sexual Battery on a Victim Under 12
John M. Smith, 47, of Sarasota, has been arrested and is facing charges of sexual battery on a victim under 12 by an offender over 18. Smith is being held in the Sarasota County Jail. Detectives believe there may be additional victims and are asking them to call Detective Maria Llovio.
07/22/2021 1:39 PM
Man Providing Fake Counseling/Therapy Services Sentenced in Sarasota
Phillip Stutzman, 45, pleaded no contest, was adjudicated guilty, and was sentenced on Thursday to five years in prison with the Florida Department of Corrections and 10 years probation after being charged with multiple felony counts in 2019 of Unlicensed Practice of a Healthcare Professional.
07/22/2021 10:11 AM
Open: Bobby Jones Golf Club Nature Trails
The Bobby Jones Golf Club, 1000 Circus Blvd., nature trails are now open.
07/20/2021 3:10 PM
‘Pack the Patrol Car’ School Supply Drive July 21 – August 4, 2021
The Sarasota Police Department is accepting school supplies beginning July 21, 2021, through Wednesday, August 4, 2021, for the fourth annual ‘Pack the Patrol Car.’ New school supplies can be dropped off from 6 a.m. – 7 p.m. in the lobby of the Sarasota PD Headquarters, 2099 Adams Lane, Sarasota.
07/20/2021 3:06 PM
Coffee with a Cop Happening August 6, 2021
The Sarasota Police Department is bringing back the popular Coffee with a Cop community meeting event in the City of Sarasota! Sarasota Police officers and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.
07/20/2021 11:51 AM
August Blood Drive at Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex
Join us at Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex on Thursday, August 5, 2021, for a fantastic blood drive!
07/19/2021 4:17 PM
New mobile app simplifies service requests
Click-2-Fix, a new mobile app designed and launched by the City of Sarasota to streamline non-emergency service requests, is now available to the public.
07/19/2021 4:15 PM
Olympics Skateboard Competition Watch Party July 24
Come cheer for Sarasota's Jake Ilardi United States Olympic Skateboard Team!
07/19/2021 3:51 PM
No dogs on Lido Beach
Please remember: Lido Beach is Fido-free.
07/19/2021 3:50 PM
New state law prohibits anonymous code compliance complaints
A new Florida state law prohibits local governments from investigating anonymous code compliance complaints.
07/19/2021 12:15 PM
Osprey Ave/Bahia Vista St lane closures begin July 19
Single-lane traffic closures will begin Monday, July 19 at the Osprey Avenue/Bahia Vista Street intersection.
07/16/2021 3:28 PM
Sarasota Man Facing Charges of Manslaughter in Connection to Overdose Death
Ricky Turner, Jr., 36, of Sarasota, has been arrested and is facing charges of Manslaughter (1 count), Sale of Fentanyl (3 counts), Use of Two-Way Communication (3 counts), and Driving with a Suspended License (3 counts) in connection to an overdose death that happened in March 2021.
07/15/2021 11:12 AM
City Commission sets reduced preliminary millage rate
After extensive review of the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget, the City Commission in a unanimous vote Tuesday reduced the millage rate, approving a rollback rate of 3.1372 mills for the City’s preliminary operating millage.
07/14/2021 8:46 AM
Sarasota named one of 10 Best Places to Live in U.S.
Sarasota has been named one of the top 10 Best Places to Live in the U.S. for 2021-22, according to U.S. News & World Report.
07/13/2021 9:04 AM
Shooting at Condo Building Remains Under Investigation
Sarasota Police detectives are continuing their investigation into a shooting that happened Friday, July 9, 2021, just before midnight, at 1800 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Sarasota.
07/12/2021 11:02 AM