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Russ Fellows, center, and other members of the Sarasota Woodturners with the wooden bowls they contributed to this year's Bowls of Hope event.
    By
  • Shane Donglasan
  • November 21, 2018
Bowls of Hope helps feed hungry families

New to this year's Bowls of Hope event on Dec. 2 are wooden bowls made by the Sarasota Woodturners.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Despite financial challenges, SANCA President and CEO Stephen Rodriguez is optimistic about Nathan Benderson Park's future.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 21, 2018
SANCA brainstorms operational changes

Intent on addressing concerns about Nathan Benderson Park’s profitability, SANCA leaders have a lengthy to-do list.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Suzanne Elliott
  • November 21, 2018
Haycock and Langley given another week to file paperwork

Longboat Key election filing deadline extended to Nov. 28.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • November 21, 2018
Longboat sets date for coyote community workshop

Residents can learn more about animal sighted frequently on the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Developer Carlos Beruff, of Medallion Home, said he wanted the Port Harbour Parkway connection to be in place before development of Water Color Place began.s
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 21, 2018
Medallion project about to begin near Lakewood Ranch

Roadway connection clears way for Medallion development along Upper Manatee River Road in Bradenton.

  • East County
  • News
Randal and Ray LaFlamme on his 81st birthday on Sept. 2.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 21, 2018
Ray LaFlamme remembered for work ethic and 'family man' personality

The former owner of Tiny's Lounge died Nov. 19 at the age of 81.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ryan Hanson, Nicholas Harlin, Hannah Barrineau, Samantha Greenfield, Autumn Nix say the reason they put so much effort into the drive is because they all know someone who has served or is serving in the military.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • November 21, 2018
Card donation a great deal in Lakewood Ranch

Nolan Middle School presents USO with more than 500 decks of cards.

  • East County
  • News
Becky LeVesque of Central Park shows off the sunflowers she picked up at The Market at Lakewood Ranch last year. File photo.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • November 21, 2018
Market for entertainment expands

The Market at the Sarasota Polo Club returns Dec. 5 with more offerings.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 21, 2018
Cans for a cause

The Lazy Lobster is hosting a food drive for All Faiths Food Bank until Dec. 21.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Pirates junior running back Brian Battie holds his head in his hands after Braden River's comeback attempt fell just short.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 21, 2018
Venice KOs Braden River again

The Braden River High football team's sixth-straight loss to the Venice High Indians ends the Pirates' season

  • East County
  • Sports
Boys senior Josh Young slams it home during the dunk contest.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 21, 2018
Mustang Madness signals basketball season

Lakewood Ranch High's Mustang Madness signals the beginning of basketball season in East County

  • East County
  • Sports
Craig Little has been the principal of Lakewood Ranch High School since 2014.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • November 21, 2018
Lakewood Ranch High loses its principal

Craig Little has accepted the same position at the new high school in Parrish.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 21, 2018
Christmas is coming

The St. Armands Christmas tree is in the beginning stages of being installed for the annual Holiday Night of Lights on Dec. 7.

  • Longboat Key
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Marshall Knapp, a senior, is one of the drum majors that lead the Braden River marching band to victory.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • November 21, 2018
Braden River is still the best

Braden River High defends its 3A state marching band championship at Tropicana Field.

  • East County
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Co-Chairwoman Heather Hawley, President Ashley Guttridge and Co-Chairwoman Dani Sobolewski
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 21, 2018
Designing Daughters bartend for charity

Drinks with Daughters was hosted Nov. 20 at Evie's on Main.

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