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The county acquired 2.7 miles of former railroad right of way for the next phase of the extension.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • December 20, 2017
Land acquired for first portion of Legacy Trail extension

The purchase of 2.7 miles of former railroad right-of-way marks the completion of Phase I of the Legacy Trail extension.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tyrone Collins, Deshaun Fenwick and Taylor Upshaw signed with their schools Dec. 20.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • December 20, 2017
Three Braden River football players sign with Power 5 programs

All three will enroll in their schools next semester.

  • East County
  • Sports
Tony Dertouzos and his wife, Amity Hoffman, say the baggage tag inside this ornament originally looked like a cigarette because it was rolled so tightly to fit inside. Over time, it has expanded. Photo by Pam Eubanks.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 20, 2017
Christmas memories hang around the holidays

Holiday ornaments stir emotion, memories in greater Lakewood Ranch area.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Jim, Drew, Brooklyn and Alissa Putnam were blessed by a Charleston, S.C., Target employee's kindness in 2011.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 20, 2017
East County residents share their holiday mishaps and memories

The Christmas holidays are filled with memories — good and quirky. Here are a few of both.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The sculpture sits on the pier at Beach Access 2, along with a Christmas tree and a new 22-foot flagpole.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • December 20, 2017
Flagpole and sand sculpture on Siesta honor veterans

Reopen Beach Road President Mike Cosentino said the sculpture is a thank you to veterans who help protect free speech.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Homes in the community will have a West Indies style. (Courtesy rendering).
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 20, 2017
Toll Brothers to build in Lakewood Ranch

The luxury builder plans to construct 450 West Indies-inspired homes.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
The home at 47 S. Washington Drive recently sold for $3.6 million.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • December 20, 2017
South Washington Drive home sells for $3.6 million

Residential real estate transactions for Dec. 4-8.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • December 20, 2017
At the time of Christ’s birth

It's a story that crosses religions and faiths.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 20, 2017
East County homes let their lights shine

Don't blink when it comes to looking for these holiday light displays.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Santa said he has a magic key that allows him to get through front doors if the home has no chimney.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 20, 2017
Ho(w) much, Ho(w) many, Ho(w) long?

Students filled Santa's bag with questions. As always, St. Nick delivered.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Access the the Starbucks on State Road 70, just west of I-75, was blocked by tape and a patrol car.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 20, 2017
Two Starbucks locations burglarized in Manatee County

Both stores suffered similar types of damages, officials said.

  • East County
  • News
Mary Lou Johnson took this photo of her daughter and her family, Andrew, Carlin, Randi, and baby Ellie Mackintosh
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • December 20, 2017
Longboaters recall the memories and mishaps of Holidays past

Whether it's sibling pranks or misbehaving toddlers, holidays bring the happy moments and the not so happy.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The new East County middle school will have "indoor circulation," meaning students will not have to go outside when switching classes.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 20, 2017
New Manatee County school will offer temporary relief

East County parents thankful overcrowding will ease in the short run for families living in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • December 20, 2017
Longboat Key Obituaries: Dec. 21, 2017

Warren Harding and Sue Suttie died.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Katie Johns
  • December 20, 2017
Longboat Key lights up for holidays

From reindeer and polar bears to teddy bears and Santa Claus, plenty of holiday visitors have made a temporary home in the lawns of Longboat residences.

  • Longboat Key
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