Cold Case

More Bodies Are Going Unclaimed in Sarasota County, Medical Examiner Says

In 2013, 40 bodies went unclaimed in Sarasota County. In 2023, that number rose to 70.

03/27/2024 By Sarah Owens/Community News Collaborative

Book Bans

The 'Right to Read' Festival Will Shine a Spotlight on Book Bans

The Social Justice Alliance of the Florida Suncoast is planning a Feb. 24 event with music, speakers and more in Venice.

01/25/2024 By Sarah Owens/Community News Collaborative

Take a Hike

Myakka State Park Plans Updates to Encourage Backcountry Exploration

A financial donation from Athletic Brewing Company will blaze a trail that will allow safer backcountry wayfinding for hikers, including trailhead kiosks and trail markers.

12/20/2023 By Sarah Owens/Community News Collaborative

Oldies and Goodies

Antique Shops Put Arcadia on the Map

Alongside the treasures of the past Arcadia's Main Street are some new ideas.

12/14/2023 By Sarah Owens/Community News Collaborative

Under The Tree

Christmas Tree Disposal Can Mean More Than a Trip to the Curb

Green alternatives to trash day can actually make your garden grow better.

12/14/2023 By Sarah Owens/Community News Collaborative

Adopt Don't Shop

Local Shelters Try Education Tactics to Keep Pet Intakes Down

Economic factors and other issues are prompting a reversal of the pandemic adoption craze.

11/13/2023 Photography by Sarah Owens/Community News Collaborative

The Buzz on Mosquitoes

Sarasota’s Malaria Scare Brought New Tactics in Mosquito Control

Ground-based spraying nearly doubled in targeted approach, though dry summer helped mitigate costs.

10/09/2023 By Sarah Owens/Community News Collaborative

Walking on Sunshine

Long-Awaited Project Bridges Pinecraft Community

The Pinecraft Pedestrian Bridge connects the Phillippi Creek Levee Trail to the county-owned property at the end of Graber Avenue.

09/14/2023 By Sarah Owens/Community News Collaborative

Hurricane Ian

For Some, Hurricane Ian Still Isn’t Over

South Sarasota County’s United Way is leading the effort to find those still suffering and link them with needed resources.

07/20/2023 By Sarah Owens/Community News Collaborative