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Parade Grand Marshal Aaron Cushman, who served in the Army Air Corps during World War II and the Korean War.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 11, 2017
Longboat Key salutes veterans

The Rotary Club of Longboat Key hosted the fourth annual Veterans Day Parade and Honor Program on Nov. 11.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 10, 2017
Braden River rolls South Fort Myers 41-13

The win means the Pirates have a rematch with Venice High next week.

  • East County
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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 10, 2017
Wine, Women & Shoes guests put their best foot forward

The annual luncheon and fashion show on Nov. 10 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota benefited Forty Carrots Family Center.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 10, 2017
Bacchus on the Beach perfects food and wine pairing

The annual event benefited Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Ryan Butler
  • November 10, 2017
Riverview blows by Gateway

The Rams advance to the 8A Region 2 semifinals following a 60-15 win.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The 2017 Crystal Classic kicks off Nov. 10.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • November 10, 2017
Siesta Key Crystal Classic returns, this time with lights

The event is in its eighth year, and is changing things up by including a colored lights display around

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Bob Ritchie, the president and CEO of American Integrity Insurance, accepts a Chargers jersey with his company logo on it from Premier Sports Director Antonio Saviano.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • November 10, 2017
Lakewood Ranch's Premier lands stadium naming rights

American Integrity Insurance Group forges three year deal.

  • East County
  • News
Lauren Clark, marketing and sponsorship director for the Mall at University Town Center, demonstrates how children will track their "flight experience" with Santa Claus.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • November 10, 2017
Santa's arrival highlights holiday events at UTC

The Mall at University Town Center will host "Santa’s Grand Arrival and Fireworks Spectacular" Friday evening.

  • East County
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    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • November 10, 2017
Property owners along Legacy Trail could be eligible for legal compensation

The extension of the Legacy Trail could pose problems for some property owners.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • November 10, 2017
School district looking for new director of communications

After ending its contract with an outside PR firm, the district is now seeking one person to oversee communications.

  • Sarasota
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Sarasota County Sheriff Tom Knight and Paul Mercier
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 10, 2017
Kiwanis club honors area veterans

The Kiwanis Club of Sarasota hosted its fourth annual Veterans Day Breakfast on Oct. 10 at Sahib Shrine.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Guests took a tour of the facility, getting a firsthand look at Roskamp’s ongoing analysis.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 10, 2017
Roskamp Institute showcases veteran services

The research and development institute has dedicated itself to understanding Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and other brain-related diseases.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Courtesy photo
  • By Michael Cerroni | Contributor
  • November 10, 2017
Drink This: Spiced Autumn Cider

This fresh take on traditional cider is perfect for fall.

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    By
  • Cliff Roles
  • November 9, 2017
Wine Women & Shoes VIP Reception packs Michael's Wine Cellar

Forty Carrots hosted the annual VIP Reception, which is always held the night before the signature luncheon, on Nov. 9 at Michael's Wine Cellar.

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The Manatee County Sheriff's Office has received reports of possible loose tigers near Myakka City Thursday night.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • November 9, 2017
Possible loose tigers in Myakka City

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office says it can't confirm the report

  • East County
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