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Carol Cohen and Barb Standich
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  • Amelia Hanks
  • March 3, 2019
Sarasota Farmers Market boogies down Lemon Avenue

The "Taste of the Market — Sunday Night Fever" raised money for the market.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The 10th anniversary Take Stock in Children 5K set a record with more than 2,000 participants at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 3, 2019
Take Stock 5K continues to rise in Lakewood Ranch

More than 2,000 participates in the Take Stock 5K pack the Lakewood Ranch course to benefit Manatee County students.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Clooney, a dog up for adoption at the Humane Society of Sarasota, plays with volunteer Alex Traugott.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • March 3, 2019
Dub Fest brings the party to Sarasota

J Dub's Brewing annual music and food festival was March 2 and March 3.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • March 3, 2019
Wendy Katz awarded at annual Goldie's Legacy Brunch

Hershorin Schiff Community Day School celebrated March 3 at Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

  • Black Tie
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
  • Sports
    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
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