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Tinkerbell was dressed up like a real lady.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • March 3, 2019
Who let the Sarasota Yacht Club's dogs out

The Yacht Squad hosted their first fundraiser for the Payton Wright Foundation.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • March 3, 2019
Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice Bethesda House celebrates Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras Madness was held March 2 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • March 3, 2019
Asolo Repertory Theatre emulates city of love

Vive les Folies Bergère was hosted March 2 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
Carol and Steve Sidwell
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • March 3, 2019
Siesta Key Association meets for breakfast

The annual breakfast and member meeting recapped the past year.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • March 2, 2019
Bird Key Yacht Club celebrates Mardi Gras

About 100 club members gathered March 2 for a colorful celebration.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Former Lakewood Ranch High boys basketball player Jack Kelley (white jersey) is in critical condition after a hit-and-run accident on Feb. 28.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 2, 2019
UPDATE: FHP arrests suspect in hit-and-run accident that left Lakewood Ranch High graduate in critical condition

UPDATE: FHP arrests suspect in hit-and-run accident that left Lakewood Ranch High graduate in critical condition

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 2, 2019
Tara Golf and Country Club celebrates 30 years

Residents enjoy dinner, dancing and fireworks.

  • East County
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • March 2, 2019
Garden Club offers peek at Longboat living

The 43rd Annual Garden Club Home Tour took place on Saturday, March 2 and showcased seven homes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • March 2, 2019
Nashville Music Row hits home run in Sarasota

Nashville's Music Row Comes to the Ballpark was hosted March 1 at Ed Smith Stadium.

  • Black Tie
Hayley Rio. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Andrew Atkins
  • March 1, 2019
East County schools land new principals in Bradenton

Josh Bennett takes over at Braden River Elementary as School District of Manatee County swaps principals.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Sandy Gilbert
  • March 1, 2019
My View: START is working to help slow red tide

Longboat-based organization explores several avenues to improve water quality.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Rummage sale organizers Ingrid Wisniewski and Penny Koerner
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • March 1, 2019
Treasures found at annual St. Mary Rummage Sale

The sale kicked off at noon on Friday, March 1.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Carolyn Eastwood. Photo courtesy of Sarasota County.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • March 1, 2019
Sarasota County employee named Government Engineer of the Year

The American Society of Civil Engineers was founded in 1986 and represents civil engineering professional in 177 countries.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Co-Chairwomen Donna Koffman and Tammy Karp with two adoptable puppies.
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • March 1, 2019
Animal lovers raise a paw to Humane Society of Sarasota County

Paws on the Catwalk was hosted March 1 at Art Ovation Hotel.

  • Black Tie
Marjorie Singer and Roxzene Hunter
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • March 1, 2019
Southeastern Guide Dogs graduation raises the woof

The commencement took place at the Hyatt Regency Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
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