Here’s a foodie find you don’t want to miss: Smoke & Fire BBQ, a weekend-only joint lighting up Clark Road with slow-smoked goodness. 👨⚕️ Owner: A local doctor who moonlights as a pitmaster🥩 Brisket: Called “the best in Florida” by Reddit users🚓 First responders: 20% discount as a thank you📍 Address: 4571 Clark Road, Sarasota📅…
Sarasota is buzzing about The Adagio—a new two-tower development planned for Ringling Blvd between Palm and Pineapple. Key facts:✔️ Western tower: 18 stories of luxury condos✔️ Eastern tower: 9 stories of attainable rental units✔️ 40% of rentals must be affordable for households earning up to 120% of the area’s median income The project falls under…
Big news for Longboat residents: Russ Mager will officially take over as Police Chief this August. With nearly 30 years of experience in law enforcement—most recently as Chief of Delray Beach PD—he brings a proven track record of leadership and safety improvements. 📅 Key Dates: ● 📆 Intro at Town Commission: June 27● 🚨 Official…
Hey everybody—Michael here, bringing you an important Sarasota update from the banks of Phillippi Creek. 📍 As you might remember, Phillippi Creek is the stormwater backbone for Sarasota, draining over 55 square miles of land. It’s a lifeline during hurricane season. But here’s the problem: 🔹 Sarasota County submitted an emergency dredging plan this spring…
Clark Road Bridge Opens on Legacy Trail — 4th Bridge in FDOT Upgrade Big win for Sarasota cyclists and pedestrians — the new Clark Road bridge on Legacy Trail is officially open, just in time for July 4th! This is the 4th overpass in a $13 million project by the Florida Department of Transportation,…
Jewfish Key is seeing a surge of activity—music, engines, and festive sandbar energy. While visitors enjoy the scene, local residents are raising concerns about the persistent noise. With more patrols being considered, the town is navigating a tough balance between public enjoyment and private peace. 📍 What happens when coastal charm meets conflicting interests?…
Hey y’all, Michael here with your local lifestyle + real estate pulse from the bay. The iconic Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has anchored Sarasota since the 1970s. But after Hurricane Milton, it sustained $7–10 million in damage—and bigger decisions are looming. 🛠️ The city’s Purple Ribbon Panel recommends short-term fixes to keep it…
Here’s the truth: ❌ No coverage for landscaping, decks, or pools ❌ No hotel stay reimbursement ✅ Yes to structural elements like plumbing & electrical ✅ Yes to large appliances & detached garages In Sarasota, where flood risk is real, understanding your policy isn’t optional—it’s critical. I’m Mike Renick. Let’s talk coverage before the…
What Rising Insurance Rates Mean for Florida Real Estate Insurance premiums are soaring—how should Florida buyers and sellers respond? 📈 Why Are Insurance Rates Rising? Increased storm risk and hurricane activity A shrinking number of insurance carriers Higher construction and repair costs Litigation-related expenses 💡 How Insurance Costs Affect Homebuyers Increased monthly payments due to…
Big news: high-end towers like One Park Sarasota and the proposed Adagio are stirring up controversy downtown. While these developments promise sleek designs and luxury living, they’re also putting more than 100 trees at risk—and sparking concerns about parking and congestion. City officials have responded by removing parking garage gates to improve access, but…