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Herald-Tribune

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New Sarasota steakhouse replacing longtime Outback location

Sarasota steak enthusiasts hungry for a new option are in luck, with one steakhouse preparing to take over the former home of another . The all-you-can-eat Estampa Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse plans to open in the Sarasota area in spring 2027 at 7207 S. Tamiami Trail, taking over the former Outback Steakhouse space that operated there for decades before closing in 2024. The Sarasota restaurant follows Estampa Gaucha’s expansion to Florida's Treasure Coast. The casual steakhouse describes itself as offering a "modern interpretation, yet an authentic experience, of Southern Brazil’s centuries-old gaucho heritage.” Gauchos, often described as mestizo cowboys, were known as skilled horsemen and cattle ranchers who developed the art of open-fire meat cooking. Prominent in the legend, folklore and literature of South America, gauchos became an integral part of the regional culture of Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay beginning in the 18th century. "Our professional Gaucho Chefs will serve you tableside by carving fire roasted Brazilian Prime Meat selections directly from their skewers and onto your plate, maximizing the tenderness and providing our guests with their desired portion," the restaurant's website reads. "This style of preparing meats dates back for generations in Brazil and is kept alive here at Estampa

Sarasota, FL · 3d

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All flights grounded nationwide

Sarasota, FL · 3h

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City of Sarasota grapples with Amendment 3

Tax cuts could affect the city’s commitment to fund a new performing arts center. Host: With the November 3 election behind us, the City of Sarasota is looking to understand how Amendment 3 affects them and their prior commitments, including to partially fund a new performing arts center. Noah Bookstein reports.

Sarasota, FL · 2d

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All flights at SRQ grounded amid nationwide ground stop

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - All flights at SRQ are grounded in accordance with a nationwide ground stop, according to SRQ officials. The Federal Aviation Administration said in a post on X that there has been a temporary telecommunications outage and that all flights have been halted out of an abundance of caution.

Sarasota, FL · 5h

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Update on Blackburn Point Bridge

Osprey, FL · 12h

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Red cross removed from former Sarasota church property

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A large red cross outside the former church property at 3005 S. Tuttle Ave. was moved Tuesday at 1 p.m. Parkinson Place, which purchased the property, is donating the cross to Campbell RV on Cattlemen Road. Crews worked for two hours to remove it. Campbell RV...

Sarasota, FL · 3d

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Free turkey dinners set for Englewood, Venice

Turkey dinners with all the trimmings will be provided for free across the region by All Faiths Food Bank as part of its ThankFULL campaign.

Englewood, FL · 9h

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Sarasota Area Events: November 13 – 15th 2026

This weekend has some terrific activities planned throughout Sarasota and Manatee counties, including the return of the Siesta Key Crystal Classic, a major food truck festival, the Sarasota Medieval Fair, a wine festival in Wellen Park, live entertainment, sporting events and theater. I’ve organized the listings by date and activity,...

Manatee County, FL · 1d

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Trader Joe’s is ready to open its new Sarasota store

A popular national grocery chain plans to open a new Sarasota location this week at 8199 S. Tamiami Trail , Unit 100, in the Beneva Pointe shopping center. Trader Joe’s will open its new 8,500-square-foot store at 9 a.m. Nov. 12. Store Captain Abé Desta and Trader Joe’s crew members will be on hand to welcome customers to their new neighborhood store, which is located minutes from Siesta Key and Palmer Ranch. The store will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. The Sarasota store is part of a larger expansion by Trader Joe's, which plans to open 30 new stores in 16 states, including Florida. Trader Joe's is known for its private-label "unique and interesting products" , along with seasonal favorites, including its highly sought-after totes . To staff the store, Trader Joe’s hired more than 20 new people from the surrounding area and transferred others from nearby stores, according to a news release. Grocery options expanding near Palmer Ranch The new Trader Joe’s adds another grocery option for residents of nearby Palmer Ranch, Vamo and Siesta Key. Whole Foods anchors the first phase of Torburn Partners’ redevelopment of the former Sarasota Square Mall. No opening date

Sarasota, FL · 3d

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The true cost of losing Sarasota Bay's natural infrastructure | Opinion

My family has called Florida home for six generations. When I am out on the water or walking with my family through the wetlands and uplands that remain in Sarasota and Manatee counties, I often find myself recalling how my ancestors saw these same waters and wetlands generations ago. They focused on progress and infrastructure that facilitated development, often at the cost of natural resources. Between 1950 and 1990, Sarasota Bay lost more than 1,800 acres of wetland habitat, approximately 38% of its wetlands, largely due to dredge-and-fill activities associated with coastal development, and we’ve continued to document reductions in natural areas since then. These habitats are the nurseries that support the fish and wildlife that make Sarasota Bay special. They sustain the food web that connects our “coastal corridor” of ecosystems, our fisheries, and the wildlife that draws people to these waters. Habitats need breathing room. Unlike roads, buildings and seawalls, natural shorelines are not static. They are living systems that are shaped by tides, storms and rising water. Their ability to adapt and expand is jeopardized when development surrounds them on one side and rising waters push from the other. Scientists call this process “coastal squeeze.” The result

Manatee County, FL · 1d

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Palm Ave Pushback

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Fun, Smart, Talk. Our take on what’s making headlines on the Suncoast. Today, one of our Hot Topics included a discussion about how Sarasota’s long‑running fight over a controversial downtown condo tower is far from over. If you have ideas for what topics...

Sarasota, FL · 2d

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This Little Florida Pie Shop Serves Mini Pies So You Don’t Have To Commit To Just One Flavor

Florida has a lot of things going for it, but Yoder’s Pie Craft Coffee Co. in Sarasota might just be the most delicious argument for never leaving the state. This is a place where the pie comes in mini form, the coffee menu reads like a choose-your-own-adventure novel, and the only real problem you’ll face is deciding what to eat first.

Sarasota, FL · 4d

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Popular national sandwich chain opens second Sarasota restaurant

A national chain with nearly 50 years of history — known for its oven-toasted sandwiches and hand-dipped shakes — has opened its second Sarasota restaurant. Potbelly Sandwich Works opened Nov. 13 at 6650 Fruitville Road, Unit 146, in the Fruitville Farms shopping center near the intersection of Fruitville Road and Lakewood Ranch Boulevard. The Publix-anchored development is just east of Interstate 75. The new restaurant follows Potbelly's Sarasota debut last year , when the Chicago-founded chain opened at 1635 S. Tamiami Trail, across from Sarasota Memorial Hospital. “Potbelly is the familiar stop for a quick lunch, an easy family dinner or a shake at the end of a busy day when you need a sweet treat," Carol Manick, district manager at Potbelly, said in a statement. "We’re thrilled to build on our local presence and connect with even more fans here in Sarasota.” Potbelly plans to celebrate its newest location with a grand opening Dec. 4. The first 50 guests in line will receive free Potbelly for a year, according to the company. The event will also feature a ribbon-cutting and a game offering chances to win food, merchandise and other prizes. What is on the menu at the new

Sarasota, FL · 4h

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Eight Old Florida Seafood Restaurants Where Fried Shrimp Has Been Served Since The 8s Or Earlier

Some Florida seafood spots have been frying shrimp longer than most of our grandparents have been alive. These are the places with mounted fish on the walls, river views out back, and menus that still lean on platters, hush puppies, and baskets of golden shrimp. A few started as fish...

Florida · 2d

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Cutting Loose Salon curly hair transformation

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Dawn Kast, an Artisan stylist and curly hair specialist at Cutting Loose Salon, shares a color, cut and styling transformation for a model with curly hair. Kast used the salon’s new Funner line on her model’s curls. She started with Heavy Hydrator shampoo, defined the curls...

Sarasota, FL · 12h

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NCAA November signings. Venice, Riverview, Sarasota, Mooney among those celebrating

A roundup from the NCAA November 2026 signing period. Venice Venice High School held its National Signing Day ceremony on Wednesday, November 11, celebrating 14 athletes. Six Venice baseball players signed on Wednesday, including right-handed pitcher Kasen Poplin (Liberty University), outfielder/right-handed pitcher RJ Shields (Mississippi State), outfielder August Backman (Florida), shortstop Graham Houston (LSU), catcher Jonathan Mauro (Columbia) and pitcher Aiden Cary (Santa Fe Community College). Shields is one of the top recruits in the country, ranking 97th nationally, according to Perfect Game. During the 2026 season, Shields posted a slash line of .299/.417/.448 in 87 at bats. He had a 0.34 ERA and 0.79 WHIP, striking out 26 batters. “It was nice to sign next to all my brothers,” Shields said. “I’ve been playing with them for four years. It’s just really cool to see how we’ve come.” Alongside Shields, Backman inked his commitment to Florida. Last season, Backman was talking to both Florida and Virginia, during a standout junior season. He had a slash line of .485/.587/.713 in 101 at bats. Once Backman took an unofficial visit to Florida, he cancelled his visit to Virginia that was scheduled for the next weekend. Backman said he was shown everything

Sarasota, FL · 2d

Venice Gondolier

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'I don't want to see the bullies win:' Pine View teacher will fight for license

OSPREY — Since September, multiple state officials have called for further investigation into Pine View teacher Liz Ballard, despite Sarasota County Schools finding her innocent of allegations involving two students stemming back years.

Sarasota County, FL · 1d

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Big changes coming as strong cold front passes

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Clouds build today:. Expect more clouds to enter into our skies today ahead of our next cold front which is forecast to pass overnight tonight and into tomorrow…. Last day for highs near 80 degrees:. Until then, high temperatures today will be in the upper 70s...

Sarasota, FL · 1d