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Trader Joe's opens new location in Sarasota

Sarasota, FL · 18h

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Bradenton Council to discuss causeway regulations

BRADENTON – In December, the Bradenton City Council is expected to discuss the regulation of the business activity taking place along the Palma Sola Causeway in west Bradenton. During the Nov. 4 Palma Sola Scenic Highway Byway Organization meeting, Palma Sola resident Keith Burchette recapped his recent conversation with...

Bradenton, 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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All Faiths Food Bank Poised to Distribute Thousands of Thanksgiving Dinners Across Sarasota County

For many years, in addition to its regular food distributions, All Faiths Food Bank has held large-scale turkey distributions across Sarasota and DeSoto counties, providing turkeys and all the trimmings to neighbors experiencing or at risk of hunger in advance of Thanksgiving. These distributions are part of the annual ThankFULL campaign, a three-month community effort to raise funds for 14,500 turkeys and 4.1 million holiday meals for families across Sarasota and DeSoto counties. This year's large-scale distributions for Sarasota County residents take place at the following locations and times: Veterans Pantry at Church of the Palms (3224 Bee Ridge Rd., Sarasota) on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 9-10:30 a.m.; Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (777 N. Tamiami Tr., Sarasota) on Saturday, Nov. 14, 9-11 a.m.; Ed Smith Stadium (2700 12th St., Sarasota), in partnership with the Baltimore Orioles, on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 4-6 p.m.; and in South County, community members can find turkey dinners at the Englewood Sports Complex (1300 S River Rd., Englewood) on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 5-7 p.m. or at Venice Middle School (1900 Center Rd., Venice) on Thursday, Nov. 12, 5-6:30 p.m.

Sarasota County, FL · 2d
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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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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 · 1d

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Popular downtown Sarasota restaurant closed following sale after 16 years

While downtown Sarasota comes back to life in early November, a restaurant that has operated in the heart of the city for the better part of two decades has been closed lately, including on a recent Friday night. Bevardi's Salute, a downtown landmark at 23 N. Lemon Ave. perhaps best known for its Mediterranean-style setting and sprawling, light-strung patio filled with customers enjoying Italian cuisine and live music, has changed hands. "The restaurant got sold," owner and founder Laszlo Bevardi told me by phone late Wednesday, Nov. 11. "The new owner is shutting down for remodeling." Bevardi declined to disclose the new owner's identity but confirmed the prime piece of downtown property remains owned by prominent Sarasota businessman and developer Ernie Ritz. The restaurant sits on historic ground at the site of Sarasota's Seaboard Railway Depot, built in 1903 and credited with helping fuel the city's early growth. Bevardi moved with his wife and two daughters from Philadelphia to Sarasota and opened Bevardi's Salute in 2010. In 2021, he became the operator of the city-owned Lido Beach pavilion concession, where he opened Lido Island Grill , serving beach fare, seafood and frozen drinks. "The lease was up, and it was

Sarasota, FL · 1d

Bradenton Herald

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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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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 · 2d

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Upcoming Water Supply Connection: Temporary Low Pressure

Manatee County Utilities, our water provider, will be upgrading the waterline feeding our Island. This could require a precautionary water boil notice between November 12 and 15. In an effort to avoid the potential of a boil water notice, the water connection from the City of Sarasota will be utilized...

Longboat Key, FL · 3d

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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 · 2d

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Artists from around the world build sand sculptures at Siesta Key Crystal Classic

SIESTA KEY, Fla. (WWSB) - Sculptors from around the world are turning piles of sand into large sculptures at the Siesta Key Crystal Classic, a master sand sculpture competition. The event runs from Friday until Monday, ending at 3 p.m. Artists prepare for about two weeks. Artists travel from all...

Siesta Key, FL · 1d

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Honoring veterans in Sarasota, annual parade brings largest crowd yet

A sea of red, white, and blue filled the streets of downtown Sarasota Wednesday as the community came together to honor our nation's veterans.

Sarasota, FL · 1d

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Sand, sculptors and a hands-on challenge: Siesta Key Crystal Classic returns

SIESTA KEY, Fla. (WWSB) - Siesta Beach’s famous sand is about to take on a whole new shape. The Siesta Key Crystal Classic returns Nov. 13-16, bringing 20 master sand sculptors from around the world to the beach to turn massive blocks of sand into works of art. Ahead...

Siesta Key, FL · 2d

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Pain Care That Starts With Listening

At Clearway, your pain is personal, and your care should be, too. Our board-certified physicians, including Dr. William Newton and Dr. Michael Rozak, take the time to listen, understand your goals and build a treatment plan around you. No cookie-cutter protocols, and no long waits. Express scheduling gets you in fast, so relief isn’t put on hold. Whether chronic or acute, your pain deserves a plan. Both our Sarasota and Bradenton clinics offer state-of-the-art facilities designed for comfort and advanced pain management. Our new Sarasota surgery center, will bring procedures closer to home, with the same personal attention you expect from Clearway. Most insurances accepted. Ready to feel like more than just a number? Schedule today: at clearwaypain.com/state/florida/ or call 850-739-7246.

Sarasota, FL · 1d

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Strong Cold Front Brings Coldest Air Since March

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A strong cold front moving through tonight and Friday morning will usher in the coldest air since March, bringing a dramatic shift in conditions for the weekend ahead. What to Expect Friday. Friday will be breezy with highs reaching low 70s — noticeably cooler than recent...

Sarasota, FL · 11h

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DeSantis Says Amendment 3 Saved Florida From the Blue Wave - Sarasota Commissioner Warns of "Disastrous" Impact

Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis called the national election results "probably the political worst-case scenario for a midterm election" and said "Florida is the last main anchor standing." On Saturday he wrote on X: "Had Amendment 3 not been on the ballot, I don't know that we turn out the voters that we ended up […]

Florida · 5d

Palm Beach Daily News

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New Florida Trader Joe's planned to open by next year

Trader Joe's plans to open a slew of stores across the state within the next year, including in South Florida. A Sarasota location will open by the end of 2026, according to company spokesperson Nakia Rohde, and more are planned for 2027, a store in Boynton Beach among them. "Next year, we plan to add new Trader Joe’s in Boynton Beach, Orlando, Kissimmee, Maitland, Central Naples, and Vero Beach," Rohde said. "We are actively looking at hundreds of neighborhoods across the country as we hope to open more new neighborhood stores each year." When is the Boynton Beach Trader Joe's expected to open? According to the announcements page for the store , the Boynton Beach location is expected to open "in 2027." No specific date has been set. Where else does Trader Joe's plan to open stores in Florida? According to Trader Joe's new stores page , confirmation from the company, and other sources, the following new stores are reportedly in various stages of development. No opening dates have been released. Boynton Beach : 334 N. Congress Ave., Unit B, planned for 2027 Kissimmee : Planned for 2027 Maitland : Planned for 2027 Naples : Planned for 2027 Orlando: Several

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