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  • By Harry Sayer
  • July 15, 2021
Campers take the stage at Florida Studio Theatre
  • By Brynn Mechem
  • July 15, 2021
Entire neighborhood sells on north Siesta Key
  • By Nat Kaemmerer
  • July 15, 2021
Parishioners of St. Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church sailed into the sunset
Kids learn the ropes at the beginner class.
  • By Harry Sayer
  • July 14, 2021
Kids rock out at Music Compound summer camp
  • By Harry Sayer
  • July 12, 2021
Sarasota Jungle Gardens teaches students about animals at summer camp
  • By Liz Ramos
  • July 12, 2021
ODA's Camp Banyan participants get a view under the sea in Lakewood Ranch
  • By Ryan Kohn
  • July 10, 2021
Sarasota International Dragon Boat Festival a hit at Benderson Park
Lakewood Ranch's Ella Hoy enjoys seeing her 7-year-old son, Enzo, and husband, Matt, who are car fanatics marvel over the various cars at Coffee and Cars.
  • By Liz Ramos
  • July 10, 2021
Car enthusiasts see vintage to new cars at Sarasota's Coffee and Cars
Lakewood Ranch's Jim Hill performs on the cornet in preparation for American Fanfare that was held July 4 at the Sarasota Opera House.
  • By Jay Heater
  • July 8, 2021
Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble ends long pandemic layoff
Water floods a sidewalk and pours onto River Club Boulevard across from Braden River Elementary School in East County. Photo by Liz Ramos.
  • By Jay Heater
  • July 7, 2021
Tropical storm/hurricane Elsa packs little punch in Lakewood Ranch area
  • By Brynn Mechem
  • July 4, 2021
Thousands flock to Siesta Beach for July 4
  • By Harry Sayer
  • July 4, 2021
Sarasota lights up with July 4 parade and fireworks show
  • By Mark Bergin and Nat Kaemmerer
  • July 4, 2021
Longboat Key holds Fourth of July Freedom Fest and Parade
  • By Brendan Lavell
  • July 3, 2021
Fireworks On the Lake back with a bang at Benderson Park
  • By Harry Sayer
  • July 3, 2021
Trump supporters gather for rally at Sarasota Fairgrounds
  • By Nat Kaemmerer
  • July 1, 2021
Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key hears from interim police chief
  • By Liz Ramos
  • June 30, 2021
Hundred Oaks Farm's Mini Horse/Mini Donkey Camp leads to big fun in Myakka City
  • By Nat Kaemmerer
  • June 30, 2021
Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce gathers guests for Business After Hours
  • By Nat Kaemmerer
  • June 30, 2021
Paradise Center on Longboat Key holds matinee test run
  • By Harry Sayer
  • June 27, 2021
Project Pride SRQ marches grand flag across Ringling Bridge
  • By Harry Sayer
  • June 25, 2021
Race boats line up for downtown block party
  • By Harry Sayer
  • June 25, 2021
Local businesses recognized at Sarasota Chamber awards luncheon
Cooper's Hawk Chef CJ LeFevre and General Manager Pedro Torres are ready to meet patrons on the restaurant's opening day, Monday, June 28.
  • By Jay Heater
  • June 25, 2021
Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant lands at Lakewood Ranch's border
  • By Brendan Lavell
  • June 25, 2021
Foundation for Dreams summer camps underway in east Bradenton
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Kids learn the ropes at the beginner class.
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