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  • By Harry Sayer
  • November 7, 2021
All Faiths Food Bank starts turkey distribution
Jasmine Dennison and Josie Golish, both of Sarasota, make their traditional visit to the Sarasota Medieval Fair on Saturday.
  • By Scott Lockwood
  • November 6, 2021
Sarasota Medieval Fair gets underway in Myakka City
Piyachat Dobbs, Poonsita Geden and Tuanchai Boonnoen of Lakewood Ranch greeted finishers of Saturday's Fort Hamer Bridge run with medals, some music from a tambourine and big smiles.
  • By Scott Lockwood
  • November 6, 2021
Hundreds brave the elements for the annual Fort Hamer Bridge Run
  • By Harry Sayer
  • November 6, 2021
Sarasota's debut of Fresh Friday dodges the stormy weather
  • By Ryan Kohn
  • November 6, 2021
Braden River football knocks off Sarasota
  • By Harry Sayer
  • November 5, 2021
Child Protection Center brings Night of Hope and Healing to Suncoast Air Center
Country Club East's Susan Tabicman and Len Tabicman are overwhelmed by the number of soups from which they could choose.
  • By Liz Ramos
  • November 5, 2021
Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee hosts Empty Bowls in Lakewood Ranch
Chairs Karin Gustafson, Priscilla and Jack Schlegel
  • By Harry Sayer
  • November 5, 2021
New College serves seafood to supporters
  • By Nat Kaemmerer
  • November 5, 2021
Ultra-Yacht opens in former post office on Longboat Key
Art and Soul Dance Company will be performing in front of thousands during the Daytona 500 weekend.
  • By Jay Heater
  • November 5, 2021
Lakewood Ranch dance company super charged to perform during Daytona 500 weekend
  • By Nat Kaemmerer
  • November 5, 2021
All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church hosts first artist reception
  • By Nat Kaemmerer
  • November 4, 2021
Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce celebrates Small Business Awards
Matt and Krystel Beall with Jessica Rogers and President and CEO Philip Tavill
  • By Harry Sayer
  • November 3, 2021
Children First returns to the beach for fashion fundraiser
  • By Ryan Kohn
  • November 3, 2021
Rams football hits reset button after Venice loss
  • By Nat Kaemmerer
  • November 3, 2021
St. Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church Women's Guild gathers again
Lisa Genova speaks to the audience for an hour followed by an Q&A.
  • By Harry Sayer
  • November 1, 2021
Neuroscientist Lisa Genova resumes RCLA Town Hall Lecture Series
  • By Nat Kaemmerer
  • November 1, 2021
Temple Beth Israel members come together for brunch
  • By Nat Kaemmerer
  • November 1, 2021
St. Armands Fright Night was creepy good fun on Halloween
Mote President and CEO Michael P. Crosby with Chairwoman Judy Graham
  • By Harry Sayer
  • October 31, 2021
Mote brings the magic back with Oceanic Evening
Parrish 5-year-old Ryan Hallam would attest there isn't much better than a bucket full of candy and a fun costume. She was enjoying BooFest at the Farmers Market at Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jay Heater
  • October 31, 2021
Lakewood Ranch's BooFest and farmers market a perfect match
  • By Harry Sayer
  • October 31, 2021
Families flock to Siesta Key for Safe Treats
Kim Couts and Andi, the rock star
  • By Harry Sayer
  • October 30, 2021
Sarasota dogs compete for best Halloween costume
  • By Nat Kaemmerer
  • October 30, 2021
Boo at the Bazaar makes for happy Halloween
  • By Liz Ramos
  • October 30, 2021
Run in the sun and rain at Boo Run in Sarasota
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  • November 7, 2021
All Faiths Food Bank starts turkey distribution
2
Jasmine Dennison and Josie Golish, both of Sarasota, make their traditional visit to the Sarasota Medieval Fair on Saturday.
  • November 6, 2021
Sarasota Medieval Fair gets underway in Myakka City
3
Piyachat Dobbs, Poonsita Geden and Tuanchai Boonnoen of Lakewood Ranch greeted finishers of Saturday's Fort Hamer Bridge run with medals, some music from a tambourine and big smiles.
  • November 6, 2021
Hundreds brave the elements for the annual Fort Hamer Bridge Run
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  • November 6, 2021
Sarasota's debut of Fresh Friday dodges the stormy weather
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  • November 6, 2021
Braden River football knocks off Sarasota

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