Our View: Referendum on performance
October 31, 2012
On the eve of the 2012 presidential election, it seems inconceivable that anyone intending to vote could be undecided at this moment.
Letters to the Editor
October 31, 2012
Cook with your children; In need of clarification; Series is helpful
Letters to the Editor
October 31, 2012
In need of clarification; Series is helpful; Endorsements don't support best interests
Our View: Federal, state offices ...
October 24, 2012
When noted economist Arthur Laffer spoke in Sarasota last winter, he cut to the quick while summarizing the Nov. 6 election. Every election, Laffer said, is a referendum on the incumbent's performance.
Condominium in The Beach Residences sells for $3.07 million
October 24, 2012
A condominium in The Beach Residences tops all transactions in this week's real estate. Chris and Mingi Doherty, of Lakeland, sold their Unit 1202 condominium at 1300 Benjamin Franklin Drive to Kathleen Fink, trustee, of Tampa, for $3.07 million.
Our View: The county offices ...
October 18, 2012
The political buzz today, of course, is all about the presidential debate. Rightfully so. The course of America, if not the world, is at stake.
Our View: The county races ...
October 17, 2012
The political buzz today, of course, is all about the presidential debate. Rightfully so. The course of America, if not the world, is at stake.
Aerobic Grandma: News you can use: Beware of the chair
October 10, 2012
A recent study published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise says that even minor bouts of physical activity can improve cardiorespiratory fitness.
Our View: Amendments 1, 3, 5, 8, 12
October 10, 2012
When we began this process of analyzing the 11 proposed state constitution amendments two weeks ago, we noted a preference that is probably true with most voters: Leave the constitution alone! Quit junking it up with special exceptions and favors to special groups.
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Hat's off to Dee Pelton, volunteers
05/15/13
Dee Pelton held a luncheon that will be tough to top. -
Youth sailors descend on City Island
05/15/13
Approximately 250 people hit the water Saturday, April 20 through Sunday, April 21, for Sailfest. The regatta, Sarasota Youth Sailing's biggest fundraiser of the year, included four classes of competition — Optimus, 420, Laser and Multi-hull — and a barbecue feast. -
Book club sunsets for the season
05/15/13
The Sunset Beach Book Club, in its 10th year, ended this season with a luncheon and discussion of the book “Gone Girl,” by Gillian Flynn, April 18, at Lazy Lobster. Discussion moderator was Ricki Carroll. Together, the group read five books this season.
