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Cops Corner

March 26, 2025

Playful hair pulling reported as battery

Platonic friends face police scrutiny after a man pulls a woman's hair because "she likes it," he said. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

March 25, 2025

Resident calls police to solve heavy traffic delay on island

The complainant called emergency services about the seasonal traffic backups on the island. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Eat + Drink

March 28, 2025

With 6 restaurants to helm, St. Regis chef shares his favorites

Culinary mastermind Damian Manfré keeps one eye on the traditions of the past and another eye on the innovations of the future.

March 26, 2025

Sugar Champagne Bar prepares for Friday opening

The luxury reservation-only bar, with a minimum tab of $150, will hold its grand opening Friday, March 28 in downtown Sarasota.

March 22, 2025

Shuck yeah! These are the best oysters around Sarasota

Local eateries take this island staple to the next level with innovative sauces and toppings.

March 17, 2025

Set the Bar cocktail contest returns to Ed Smith Stadium on April 13

This year's event features the addition of a Bar Bite Competition for attendees to vote on.

Opinion

March 26, 2025
By Letter to the Editor

'Quite appalling' to call Dr. Fauci 'dishonest'

March 26, 2025
By Matt Walsh

Time for a SPAC reboot

March 19, 2025
By Jay Heater

L.L. Bean sees exciting new market as it opens at UTC

The store at 111 North Cattlemen Road in the University Town Center of Sarasota will be L.L. Bean's first Florida location.