Good morning, Sarasota.

JPan Sushi & Grill in UTC will close on Sept.

13 after 10 years as it plans to relocate within the area while its Siesta Row location continues serving customers. Benderson Development has secured a new tenant for the building, ensuring the space remains an active part of UTC.

Hashtag Yarn Corner, a locally owned shop in Sarasota, offers hands-on classes for knitting and crochet today.

The venue also holds open stitching events where beginners can learn and seasoned crafters find specialty supplies — all to grow a creative community.

Florida Studio Theatre announced its 2026-2027 season featuring new plays, musicals, and cabaret shows.

The season opens with the Tony Award-winning musical Kimberly Akimbo on Nov. 18 and includes Sandy Rustin's world premiere of Upgrade (Feb. 3-March 21) as construction continues at McGillicuddy Arts Plaza.

This week, arts and entertainment events are planned in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch and Longboat — starting with a Summer Night Out at Whitney Plaza on Aug.

27 and featuring theater and film shows with a family movie at Lakewood Ranch Library on Aug. 31 and music showcases through Sept. 1.

Sarasota is considering an $8 million public parking investment for the McCown North redevelopment along Boulevard of the Arts to help meet growing parking needs in the Rosemary District.

City officials will soon review the project's design and landscaping plans (including tree removals) at an upcoming meeting.

A Q-and-A with Saundra Amrhein reveals that L.

Paul Laramee, 83, is balancing work, home upkeep, & caring for his wife with Alzheimer’s in Sarasota amid rising living costs. His story highlights a growing caregiving crisis that underscores local calls for policy reforms.

Local delis such as Detwiler's Farm Market, Eatalia Market, and Southside Deli celebrate National Sandwich Month by offering hearty Italian sandwiches (including Tuesday lunch specials) with classic and spicy options that bring fresh local flavor.

Sarasota’s housing market is booming as July sales rose for condos & single-family homes, with luxury transactions increasing amid fewer listings and competitive conditions.

Florida Realtors reported that rising cash purchases are driving the surge in high-end property deals.

The Herald-Tribune unveiled the Elite 11, a list of Sarasota-Manatee’s top volleyball players for the season.

The poll is open today and will close Tuesday, Sept. 1 at 10 a.m. (voters can cast their ballots now).