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Amber McNew and Michael Judah in "Arcadia." Photo by Frank Atura
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • November 5, 2018
First-rate actors playing funny, compelling characters make 'Arcadia' a success

The FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training production explores the brilliant, hilarious and heartbreaking paths of Tom Stoppard’s piece.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
    By
  • Edward Alley
  • November 5, 2018
Sarasota Orchestra reflects on growth under Anu Tali's direction in 'Legends'

The opener to the group's Masterworks series provided a look at the progress Tali helped foster since starting in 2013.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Cops Corner
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • November 4, 2018
Bandanna bandit strikes in Bradenton

Interesting Sheriff's Office reports in Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton areas.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 4, 2018
Brunch on the Bay cheers to 25 years

University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee's annual brunch was hosted Nov. 4 at the USF Sarasota Manatee campus.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Shane Donglasan
  • November 4, 2018
All Angels by the Sea says farewell to Father David Danner

A celebratory welcome and a sad farewell made up All Angels by the Sea's Welcome Back Brunch on Nov. 4.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 4, 2018
Sarasota Orchestra supporters enjoy melodies and brunch

Brunch – A Musical Journey was held Nov. 4 at Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Shane Donglasan
  • November 4, 2018
Longboat Island Chapel welcomes back members

Congregants of Longboat Island Chapel celebrate the return of its seasonal members as well as members of its "senior class."

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 4, 2018
Guests dine on lobster for Children First

The Rockin' Lobster beach party was hosted Nov. 3 at Sharky's on the Pier in Venice.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • November 3, 2018
Ferraris a hit on St. Armands Circle

Ferrari club's 18th annual event raises money for Shriners Hospital for Children.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
East County football roundup: 11.02.18
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 2, 2018
East County football roundup: 11.02.18

East County football roundup: 11.02.18

  • East County
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    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 2, 2018
Booker football keeps Cardinal Mooney in check

The Tornadoes defense dominated in a 30-6 win

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 2, 2018
All hands on deck for charity

Wandall Foundation fundraiser hosted its 15th annual memorial weekend fundraiser Nov. 2-3.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 2, 2018
McNeal Elementary goes Hawaiian style

Fall dance takes on luau theme.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Shane Donglasan
  • November 2, 2018
"The Fence" photography exhibit opens at Nathan Benderson Park

A large-scale outdoor photography exhibit made its debut in Sarasota on Nov. 1.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
A portion of the Midtown Plaza shopping center at Tamiami Trail and Bahia Vista Street was evacuated as a precautionary measure, the county said.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 2, 2018
UPDATE: Bahia Vista Street reopens after gas leak

Twice today, crews shut down the road to repair a gas leak in midtown Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
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