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The Rev. Dee de Montmollin will begin her work at the church on Sept. 2. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 15, 2018
All Angels finds interim leader

The Rev. David Danner and his wife, Wafa, moved to Canada on Aug. 12. They will return in November for a final service.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Angela Heck and Amy Nowalk, owners of 941 Artisan Lofts, plan to add more crafting classes to their calendar of events.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 15, 2018
NEW BUSINESS: Women have lofty ambition for Bradenton business

Crafters say there's a need for area venues to display their work.

  • East County
  • News
This aerial shows the diverging diamond interchange at University Parkway and Interstate 75. It is the larges of its kind in the country and the first in Florida. Courtesy image.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 15, 2018
Innovative Sarasota interchange earns award

FDOT recognized nationally for diverging diamond project at University Parkway and I-75.

  • East County
  • News
Nancy Curtis feeds a baby bird during one of her volunteering shifts, which is one of her favorite activities.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 15, 2018
Save Our Seabirds volunteers take flight

Numerous Longboat Key residents volunteer at Save Our Seabirds to help local wildlife.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Patricia Gussin signs copies of her latest book, "Come Home." Courtesy photo
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 15, 2018
Gussins delight in Authors Night

Oceanview Publishing owners Bob and Patricia Gussin attended a fundraising event in New York Aug. 11.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Beach Snoballs held a grand opening on Aug. 5.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 15, 2018
Frozen Fare

Beach Snoballs opened Aug. 5 on St. Armands Circle.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Source Church Youth Pastor Grant Dew once won $100 in high school for bringing the most friends to a conference. He hopes the Hummer he's in will have a similar impact.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 15, 2018
Bradenton church gives away Hummer

The Source Church is using the promotion to rally youth.

  • East County
  • News
Sean Walters, senior manager for the Bradenton Area Sports Commission, says future improvements at Premier could eventually include more bleachers or other modifications to the stadium. Those plans are not yet under way.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 15, 2018
Manatee County thinks big at Premier Sports Campus in Lakewood Ranch

Visitor's Bureau plans $500,000 expansion of Premier improvements.

  • East County
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    By
  • Bret Hauff
  • August 15, 2018
A year of crime and tragedy tested Longboat Police

The Longboat Key Police Department showed it was capable in the past year of crime and tragedy on the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Building demolition began in earnest on Aug. 8 at the site of the former Colony Beach & Tennis Resort.
    By
  • Bret Hauff
  • August 15, 2018
Demolition begins in earnest at Colony site

Demolition of the buildings at the site of the former Colony is expected to take 120 days.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Susan and Jim Eicken could not believe Lou Deeter found Jim's wedding band. Deeter was thrilled to find the ring's owner.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 15, 2018
In Lakewood Ranch, there's a nice ring to this story

Lakewood Ranch man's wedding ring goes missing, and a cyclist returns it one month later.

  • East County
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    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • August 15, 2018
Fashion Insider: Vacation Essentials

Pack your bags with these tips and essentials for your next vacation.

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So Staged, along with wedding planner Choreographed Events, set up black and white furniture to make the colored florals pop. Courtesy of Dylan Jon Wade Cox Photography
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • August 15, 2018
Wedding trends stray away from tradition

Forget the classics. Today’s couples focus on creating a lively experience for guests.

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Playwright Arthur Keyser and Director Don Walker review the “Before Steepletop” script. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • August 15, 2018
Lawyer-turned-playwright Arthur Keyser gets his second act with Players

'Before Steepletop' is the latest work by the Sarasota playwright, who didn't find his talent until retirement.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • August 15, 2018
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Aug. 16

A look at our favorite arts and entertainment calendar events taking place this week in Sarasota.

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