I love to travel. My bank account does not love my love to travel. Traveling doesn’t require jet-setting. That’s a real money-saving life lesson I’ve learned, and it’s opened doors to some pretty incredible adventures right here in Florida. We live in a touristy state, known for Disney and beautiful beaches. When I first moved to Florida, … MORE>>
Solar energy is gaining popularity. It allows you to power your life with the sun and can save you money in the long-run. Of course, there are environmental benefits, too. But it’s an expensive investment to equip your home or business with solar panels. A new initiative in Sarasota can help. A solar co-op has … MORE>>
When are these damn birds going to hatch?! I’ve spent the last two days with a live stream of an eagle’s nest on my second screen at work. I’m not the only one – there are more than 20,000 viewers right now. Harriet (mama bird) and M15 (daddy bird) have been taking turns sitting on the nest. … MORE>>
Jenny Medved graduated from Ringling College in 2004. Now, she’s back with her “Indigenous People” watercolor paintings on display in the Patricia Thompson Gallery in the lobby of Keating Hall. “It’s nice to see it here, where I actually learned to be an artist,” said Medved, who was named one of 10 artists to watch by Watercolor … MORE>>
SARASOTA — Jessica Foster wore a cap and gown Saturday at Five Points Park. It was the same one she donned when she graduated from Riverview High School in 2012. That year she learned she wouldn’t be allowed to take state tests. Because of her immigration status, she didn’t have a Social Security number. She … MORE>>
****UPDATE… AGAIN!**** On Wednesday, October 12 U.S. District Judge Mark Walker extended the already one-day extended deadline to register to vote for six more days. This is due to the damage and disruption caused by Hurricane Matthew. Now you all seriously have NO EXCUSE not to be registered. OCTOBER 18TH! ****UPDATE**** Folks have an extra … MORE>>
Sept. 22. The first day of fall. Time for boots, sweaters, hot cocoa, soup, fire pits, changing leaves – except, oh yeah, we’re in Florida. This is my fifth Florida Fall. If you can call it that. My favorite season brings different things here than it did back home in Kentucky. I miss the smell … MORE>>
I believe in fate. I believe fate comes in many forms. Like a $50 gift card and Louies Modern cocktails. I knew Katy had been planning to go to Europe in August. Her friend from college is getting married in France. Side notes: I apparently didn’t choose my college friends wisely. And Katy obviously downgraded … MORE>>
Want to visit the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens for FREE? Here’s how: You and a friend have a chance to waive the $19 admission to the beautiful, bayfront display of rare tropical plants. All you have to do is keep your eyes peeled for a pair of hidden binoculars. “We want to encourage everyone to come … MORE>>
Katy and Liz talk about #BoycottBradenton, clearance for a new affordable housing complex and Thunder by the Bay’s new location.   MORE>>