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Although the commission can't officially take action at Monday's workshop, the board hopes to focus its attention on major issues the city hopes to address in the future.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 26, 2020
City workshop to discuss affordable housing, Bobby Jones

At a meeting Monday, the City Commission will consider plans for redesigning a municipal golf course and policies designed to facilitate the production of more affordable housing.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Nat Kaemmerer
  • January 26, 2020
Longboat Harbour residents celebrate the new Roaring '20s

Amongst 1920s-themed decor, residents in sparkles, sequins, suspenders and feathers strutted the dance floor.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Nat Kaemmerer
  • January 26, 2020
Bird Key Yacht Club hosts Neil Diamond tribute night

After drinks and dinner, the songs of the popular entertainer sparkled through the yacht club.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Nat Kaemmerer
  • January 26, 2020
Beachplace hosts party to welcome residents back

Season is heating up on Longboat Key for Beachplace residents.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 25, 2020
Burns Supper celebrates Scotland's national poet in Sarasota

Saint Andrew Society of Sarasota heralds birthday of Robert Burns.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
GreyHawk Landing's Jack Ranalli waved signs to oppose a proposal for a car dealership at the corner of 117th Street East and State Road 64.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 25, 2020
Residents protest proposed car dealership in Manatee County

About 100 people waved signs along State Road 64 in Bradenton.

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Eagle Trace resident Patricia McHugh, left, is concerned about flooding and othr issues on the property.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 25, 2020
GreyHawk Landing residents and neighbors protest planned car dealership in Manatee County

Neighbors to proposed Cox Chevrolet dealership in east Bradenton protest

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 25, 2020
Manatee libraries promote business of learning

Braden River Library hosts youth business fair in Manatee County.

  • East County
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Gabriella Thomas (middle) competed with her Ellenton Epic Edge teammates Meyana Burtram and Heidi Raley at the 2020 Eastern Synchronized Skating Sectional Championships. Photo courtesy Shannon Raley.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 25, 2020
Heritage Harbour skater has an edge

The 12-year-old competes on synchronized skating team.

  • East County
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    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • January 25, 2020
Habitat for Humanity Sarasota celebrates 35 years

Dr. Robert McClure was the keynote speaker for the Jan. 24 event.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • January 24, 2020
Night of memories at Freedom Elementary

Night of memories at Freedom Elementary School

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Nat Kaemmerer
  • January 24, 2020
St. Armands Circle Art Festival showcases artists from far and wide

Dozens of artists showcased their work for hundreds of attendees.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Event committee members Pat McGettigan, Lyn Haycock, Garden Club President Susan Phillips, Patty Sileo, Nancy McLean and Debbie Marino
    By
  • Nat Kaemmerer
  • January 24, 2020
Longboat Key's Garden Club plants the seeds for a successful show

The 9th annual Taste of the Keys and Fashion Show is Jan. 30.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • January 24, 2020
Gene Witt kindergartners celebrate 100th day of school

Gene Witt Elementary kindergartners celebrate 100th day of school

  • East County
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    By
  • Nat Kaemmerer
  • January 24, 2020
Christ Church potluck dinner features Jeremy Silverman

The Longboat Key church's organist delighted guests at a dinner and concert.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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Cindy Ritchell, Ann Quackenbush, Brenda Korthauer, Beverly Sutton and Kit Torchia all lend a helping hand in packing seeds to send internationally to farmers who need them. Quackenbush is a driving force behind Hope Seeds, a charitable ministry through Christ Church of Longboat Key.
  • December 22, 2025
Longboat's Hope Seeds nears 10 years of giving back
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Andrew Carrillo poses for a photo on Dec. 16 at Out-of-Door Academy. He's been the go-to guy on attack for the Thunder throughout their 2025-26 season.
  • December 22, 2025
East County Athlete of the Week: Andrew Carrillo
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Manatee County commissioners approve reducing speed limits throughout the county.
  • December 22, 2025
Speed limits reduced on nine roads in Manatee County
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The library will be constructed on the light green area depicted on this map within Longboat Key's Town Center Green. The entire library would be around 11,230 square feet with the possible enhancements.
  • December 22, 2025
Buchanan's $1 million donation formally accepted for library
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Sarasota students share Christmas wishes in letters to Santa
  • December 22, 2025
Sarasota students share Christmas wishes in letters to Santa

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