Suncoast Summer Fest Safety Reminders and Road Closures for June 24 – July 4, 2021

The Suncoast Summer Fest festivities will be happening from June 24, 2021, through July 4, 2021, throughout the City of Sarasota. This will include the 36th Annual Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix the weekend of June 26-27, 2021 along Lido Beach.

06/18/2021 1:58 PM

Lido Beach named one of country’s best restored beaches

The recently completed Lido Beach renourishment project has earned national recognition, landing on the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association’s annual list of the country’s best restored beaches.

06/18/2021 12:30 PM

Lido Beach Pool is Now Open

Take out your goggles and swim caps, the Lido Beach Pool is open!

06/16/2021 5:07 PM

Osprey Ave. reopens

Osprey Avenue is now open to vehicular traffic.

06/14/2021 11:05 AM

Extended Hours, Aquatic Classes & Summer Swim Lessons

The City of Sarasota Parks & Recreation District is increasing the accessibility and enjoyment of swimming at the Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex!

06/10/2021 11:59 AM

Sarasota Police Officers Investigating Shooting near Orange Avenue and State Street

Sarasota Police officers and detectives are investigating a shooting that happened on Monday night, June 7, 2021, in downtown Sarasota.

06/08/2021 3:07 PM

Bradenton man facing charges of Aggravated Battery on a Person over 65 & Carjacking with a Weapon after incident in Sarasota

Gavin Pearce, 30, of Bradenton, is facing two felony charges including Aggravated Battery on a Person over 65 and Carjacking with a Weapon after an incident in downtown Sarasota on Monday, June 7, 2021.

06/08/2021 11:31 AM

City earns flood insurance discount for property owners

Sarasota residents will soon receive a 25 percent discount on their flood insurance premiums thanks to an improved Community Rating System score earned by the City.

06/01/2021 10:55 AM

Citywide public health emergency extended through June 4

The City of Sarasota has extended its declaration of a local citywide public health emergency through June 4 following a weekly review, as required by the City Charter, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

05/28/2021 9:26 AM

Housing consolidated plan draft now available

A draft of the Office of Housing and Community Development's Five-Year Consolidated Plan for 2021-25 is now available online.

05/26/2021 9:13 AM

City administrative offices close for Memorial Day on May 31

City of Sarasota administrative offices will be closed Monday, May 31, in observance of Memorial Day.

05/24/2021 9:31 AM

City to celebrate completion of Lido Beach renourishment project May 27

The City of Sarasota will host a celebration for the recently completed Lido Beach renourishment project at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 27.

05/21/2021 1:59 PM

Mobile vaccine clinic arrives in N. Sarasota May 21

A state-run vaccine mobile unit will be at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex parking lot Friday, May 21 giving free vaccine shots from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

05/21/2021 1:46 PM

Citywide public health emergency extended through May 28

The City of Sarasota has extended its declaration of a local citywide public health emergency through May 28 following a weekly review, as required by the City Charter, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

05/21/2021 9:52 AM

Sarasota Police Investigating Suspicious Incident

Detectives with the Sarasota Police Department are investigating a suspicious incident that happened on May 17, 2021, in the 300 block of West Royal Flamingo Drive, Sarasota. Detectives believe the incident was a commonly known distraction attempt.

05/20/2021 8:35 AM

Click It or Ticket Campaign Reminds Drivers: Buckle Up Every Day

The Sarasota Police Department is reminding drivers about the lifesaving benefits of wearing a seat belt during the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) national Click It or Ticket high-visibility enforcement effort.

05/19/2021 4:26 PM

Sarasota Police arrest Bradenton woman on charges of Vehicular Homicide

Leyonna Dunbar, 29, of Bradenton, has been arrested by Sarasota Police officers in connection to a January 2021 fatal pedestrian crash. Dunbar is facing charges of Vehicular Homicide, Leaving the Scene of a Crash involving Death and Driving with a Suspended License.

05/18/2021 9:02 AM

Free COVID-19 testing continues at Sarasota Kennel Club site

Free COVID-19 testing will continue to be available daily at a drive-thru site at the former Sarasota Kennel Club, 5400 Old Bradenton Road.

05/17/2021 4:47 PM

New Dates - Repaving at Whitaker Gateway Park

05/17/2021 1:01 PM

Citywide public health emergency extended through May 21

The City of Sarasota has extended its declaration of a local citywide public health emergency through May 21 following a weekly review, as required by the City Charter, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

05/14/2021 11:58 AM