Horse Sense

The Four-Legged Therapists at a Nokomis Nonprofit Help Healing Happen

Hippotherapy facilitates emotional as well as physical healing.

01/09/2019 By Sylvia Whitman

Enchanted Forest

Prepare to be Dazzled at This Year’s Orchid Show and Sale

When you walk into the Venice Community Center on Feb. 2 and 3, you'll see thousands of breathtaking blooms in brilliant colors and astounding shapes.

01/09/2019 By Pam Daniel

Private Lives

Young and Homeless in the Land of Affluence

Jason Whittenburg and his mother were among nearly 2,000 homeless people in Sarasota. Then a Venice family offered him a temporary home.

01/09/2019 By David Hackett

G Man on the Scene

A Pair of Former FBI Agents Launch G-Man Home Watching Service

George and Barbara Martinez tackle home security.

01/09/2019 By Pam Daniel

Pip

Southeastern Guide Dogs Debuts a Short Film

An adorable animated film stars a pup who dreams of becoming a guide dog.

11/06/2018 By Pam Daniel

Perfect Party

Our Guest List for a Get-Together of the Town's Newsmakers and Notables

From a music-video star to two hospital CEOs, here's who we'd gather together at our perfect party.

10/29/2018 By Pam Daniel

From the Editor

From the Editor: The Nature Recession?

Scientists and citizens have been warning we need to protect our fragile natural assets, yet during the last decade, our elected officials have stripped away regulations and oversight. Is nature finally striking back?

10/29/2018 By Pam Daniel

Future Shock

Chamber Hosts an Economic Forecast Breakfast

Over breakfast on Oct. 17, learn about Venice's economic future.

10/09/2018 By Pam Daniel

Algae Attack

Can Scientists Stop Red Tide?

Mote scientists answer your questions about red tide.

08/31/2018 By Pam Daniel

Flashback

Early Southwest Florida Settlers Feasted on Sea Turtles

The now-endangered sea turtles once were a plentiful source of food.

05/22/2018 By Pam Daniel

Tervis Time

Tervis’ Osprey Store Is Celebrating Its 50th Anniversary

Festivities include tent sale, scavenger hunt and the opportunity to build your own tumbler.

05/16/2018 By Vanessa Blankenship

Treasure in the Sand

How Venice Came to be Known as the Shark Tooth Capital of the World

Shark teeth abound in Venice.

03/06/2018 By Tony D'Souza

My Venice

What Would Make Venice Even Better?

Pam Johnson asks locals what could improve our town.

03/02/2018 By Pam Johnson

Flashback

Flashback: Big Catch

Tarpon tournaments go way, way back.

03/02/2018

From the Editor

From the Editor: Happy Spring

Let's get outside and do something.

03/02/2018 By Kay Kipling

Your Next Move

Ready to Find a New Home in the Perfect Retirement Community?

Here's your guide.

03/01/2018 By Hannah Wallace

"I Like My Own Space"

Disabled Adults Find Independence at Loveland Center

For more than 50 years, Loveland Center in Venice has offered its clients options for adulthood.

02/08/2018 By Sylvia Whitman

8 Great

8 Great Old Florida Escapes

Find your place in the sun at one of these charming resorts.

01/01/2018 By Su Bryon

From the Editor

From the Editor: Greeting the New Year with a Giving Resolution

Hello, 2018.

01/01/2018 By Kay Kipling

Gulfcoast Glories

The Myakka River is an Idyllic Slice of Venice

The river offers a sense of escape from the bustling world surrounding it.

10/24/2017 By Kay Kipling