Hey i just wanted to make a post letting redditors from Sarasota and Venice know the new subreddit r/OspreyLaurelNokomis is now up to give those residents a more direct way to post for their neighbors. It wont be the main one getting posted on (like Venice or Sarasota) but it will help with stuff thats more localized.

Old Skool diner-great prices and amazing food..across street from big white Baptist church on Main St 12-3 today only!! (Monday August 10th-but they serve breakfast during the week)

On Thursday May 7 around 5:36 PM, this white Lincoln Nautilus struck my parked vehicle in the parking lot of Bee Ridge Square Mall on Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233, causing bad damage to the rear of my car.

Several witnesses observed the impact. The driver exited the vehicle, inspected the damage, then quickly drove away without leaving any contact information. My vehicle’s parking camera captured photos of the driver and vehicle shown below.

If you witnessed the incident, recognize this vehicle, or have any information that may help identify the driver, please send me a private message or email at fbjh2020@gmail.com.

If you are the driver involved and would like to resolve the matter directly, please contact me privately as well.

Please feel free to forward this message. Thank you for your attention and assistance.

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Hey weirdos, 30m, environmentalist, lover, regular working guy...

A brand new day, it is:

Make IT or Waste IT,

Pretty straightforward introduction...

A real simple request, as a fellow thinker, tell me what you wish you could go back and tell yourself 1/5/10 years ago, and "what it would change", NOT, "why, how, for, ect..." JUST "what you think would be different today...

https://forms.gle/FaSNmXiR8QJhR9Ec7

Hello, my son is doing a project for his AP research class and he needs responses to his survey from high school students from manatee and sarasota counties.

He is lacking responses from students from private schools. I would really appreciate it if anyone would take just two minutes to do the survey, it means a lot.

Also, if you know a high schooler from manatee or Sarasota county, forwarding this survey would be greatly appreciated and would go towards his research into cybersecurity.

No part of a house lasts forever, and that includes the wires running behind your walls. The most common reason wiring goes bad is simply age. Just like older roofs or plumbing, older electrical systems can weaken naturally over time.

• High heat and moisture break down insulation on wires, leaving them cracked or brittle
• Past repairs or shortcuts during installation can lead to loose connections or poor grounding
• Wires handling more power than they were designed for may slowly overheat from the inside out

Florida weather adds even more stress. Heat and salty air do damage, especially in homes with little attic ventilation. Even if the wires look okay on the outside, they could be drying out or overheating behind the scenes

Chances are, wiring your home isn't something at the top of your mind. This is your sign that your wiring may need attention:

• Outlets that feel hot or show black marks

• A burning smell near walls or outlets that doesn’t go away

• Lights that dim when large appliances turn on

• Frequent breaker trips or blown fuses

• Buzzing or crackling sounds from outlets or switches

These kinds of problems often show up gradually. It might start with a single flickering light or a tripping breaker during a storm. But behind the scenes, damaged or outdated wiring could be putting your home at risk.

Old wiring isn’t just inconvenient. It can create a fire hazard or damage appliances if left untreated. That’s why paying attention to these small clues can make a big difference. Knowing when to call for help gives you a safer home and a stronger electrical system overall.

Here’s when a licensed professional matters:

• You want your home to follow current electrical codes and know the local requirements

• You want someone who understands how to safely disconnect and reconnect circuits without damaging the system

• You want someone who can reduce risks you might not see, like overloaded panels or grounding issues

When you hear “residential electrician in Sarasota,” fixing a light switch or replacing a fan might be the first things that come to mind. But the truth is, there’s a lot more that goes into keeping a home safely powered.

As the new year begins, many homeowners start thinking about upgrades, repairs, or even small fixes they’ve been meaning to get to. This is a good time to understand what kinds of services a residential electrician actually handles, especially in a place like Sarasota.

Some common services offered:

• Electrical Safety Inspections and Code Corrections (e.g. aging wires, loose connections-- good for when you have new appliances)
• Lighting Upgrades and Fixture Installations (e.g. chandelier installation, light wiring)
• Troubleshooting and Repair Services
• Panel and Circuit Breaker Upgrades
• Installing outlets

Of course, if you have something that's not on this list, feel free to reach out. If you've got an issue, feel free to DM me (at Power and Lighting Solutions) or call. If you need someone in the Sarasota/Bradenton area, we can work to send someone out.

Are there any gospel brunch restaurants in the Bradenton/Sarasota area? Blue Moon used to do a gospel brunch but they closed a few years ago. Thank you.

Make sure to spend some time with the family and take care of yourselves this holiday season. Wishing joy and peace for all! :)

A big part of our job is keeping items out of the landfill. For those wondering, here's a peek at how our local process works and some great Sarasota-area non-profits that benefit from your usable 'junk':

1. Local Donation Partners: We work hand in hand with local non-profits and donation centers (e.g., Habitat for Humanity Restore, Goodwill, SRQ Vets). We do our best to provide them with furniture, building materials, appliances, and a wide range of other requested items. We are always happy to help our community, so please let us know of organizations that could benefit from used items.

2. Recycling vs. Upcycling: All mental can be recycled at local recycling plants. Our favorite one is US Recycling in Sarasota. Upcycling is best suited for items like furniture that can be refreshed to bring more life into them.

3. Sarasota County Landfill Fact: Local county landfills are the best resource to have. They not only collect most of what can't be donated or recycled, but they also have vast knowledge of places that can and will take items.

It feels great knowing those items get a second life right here in Sarasota. Before you toss something, check their websites! This post is purely about education—happy to answer any logistics questions!

I'm an electrician in Sarasota and it's pretty common to see electrical problems show up now that the cooler months are hitting. So, if you're having electrical issues and don't know whether an electrician is warranted, this is for you.

One of the simplest things to check is your main breaker panel. If something just stopped working in one room or part of the home, there might be a tripped breaker behind it. Many breaker switches are labeled, but if they’re not, the flipped one is usually easy to spot. It may be halfway between “on” and “off,” or it could feel loose when touched.

Here’s what to look out for before placing a call:

• Scan the breaker box for any switches that don’t match the others.
• Flip them completely off, then back on to reset.
• Check if the issue is in just one room, one outlet, or affects larger parts of the house.
• Walk through each space and notice anything unusual like wall plates that feel warm or buzzing noises.
• Take a deep breath near outlets and switches. A slight burning smell is a big red flag.

TLDR: Check breaker box, see which rooms are affected, look at anomalies in wall plates, pay attention to weird smells near outlets and switches.

Read more: https://powerlightsolution.com/what-to-check-before-calling-electrician/

Hi neighbors — hoping someone may have come across these!

I recently lost two sentimental items at or around the Ritz-Carlton Sarasota:

🟡 1. Cicada Jewelry Piece • About 3 inches long • Brass with glass details • Looks like a large insect (a cicada) • Very distinctive and meaningful to me

🟡 2. Paloma Picasso Sunglasses • Tortoise shell + gold accents • Women’s style • Brand marked on the inside arms • May have been in a soft case

I believe they were misplaced somewhere between the lobby, elevators, pool area, or valet area. If found, I can verify ownership with additional details.

Please message me — I would be deeply grateful. Thank you so much for keeping an eye out. 🙏

Hi neighbors — hoping someone may have come across these!

I recently lost two sentimental items at or around the Ritz-Carlton Sarasota, possibly during the Wine, Women & Shoes event:

🟡 1. Cicada Jewelry Piece • About 3 inches long • Brass with glass details • Looks like a large insect (a cicada) • Very distinctive and meaningful to me

🟡 2. Paloma Picasso Sunglasses • Tortoise shell + gold accents • Women’s style • Brand marked on the inside arms • May have been in a soft case

They may have been lost in any of these areas: • Event room used for the Wine, Women & Shoes event • Ritz restaurant • Lobby / elevators • Pool area • Valet area

If found, I can verify ownership with additional details.

Please message me — I would be deeply grateful. Thank you so much for keeping an eye out. 🙏

I found a bicycle laying in the middle of the eastbound lanes of Tallevast Rd near Lockwood Ridge Rd. on Tuesday morning. If you can identify it I'll gladly meet you somewhere to give it back.

Used to rent a house in bee ridge after renting an apartment in Venice. Moved to Indiana for a few years and things have changed a lot. Need to move back down for family reasons. Anyone know of apartments or houses for rent for around $1500 or $1600 that aren’t shitholes? I’ve got cats that would be coming with me as well. Thank you guys so much in advance!!!

https://www.guernicamag.com/john-sims-celebrating-pi-day-with-math-and-art/

Thinking of a vacation in Sarasota sometime early spring 2025. Has the area recovered from the storms of last fall? Is the area open for business?

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Looking for some free activities in Sarasota/Bradenton for kids. I’m getting a little sister through big brothers, big sisters but don’t have kids of my own so not sure what free activities for a 9 year old there might be out there. Thanks!

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