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Frantisek Viacek warms up before the Admirals' game against Wiregrass Ranch.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 11, 2017
Lakewood Ranch freshman gives Florida hockey a hip Czech

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
Tyler and Marissa Rossnagle, Chad Ciaravella, Lori Hagey and Pat and Erin Robinson. Photo by Niki Kottmann
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 11, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 01.12.17

From star sightings to glamorous engagement parties, we have the scoop on the latest social news.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • January 11, 2017
In Asolo Rep's 'The Originalist,' agree to disagree

Using the late, controversial Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, ‘The Originalist’ makes its case for a return to civil discourse.

  • Arts + Culture
Dieter and Carole Zoellner enjoy having guests on their property and hope they feel like they are in a home away from home.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 11, 2017
Honoring Pop inn style

Couple transforms old office into short-term rental.

  • East County
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Natalie Gorji.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 11, 2017
East County High 5 Moments: 01.11.17

East County High 5 Moments: 01.11.17

  • East County
  • Sports
Tyler O' Donoghue.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 11, 2017
East County Athlete of the Week: 01.11.17

East County Athlete of the Week: 01.11.17

  • East County
  • Sports
Douglas Stuart is pictured with his son, Drew Stuart, and daughter, Dona Kerezsi. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 11, 2017
Bagpipes ring in 100th birthday

Lakewood Ranch Sheridan celebrates first centenarian

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Pebbles Barton practices her routine of showing the judges Smokey' s anatomy, including ears, eyes, teeth, toenails and fur. If Smokey flips out of position, Pebbles must keep relaxed and reposition him.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 11, 2017
Every bunny loves this competition

Manatee County fair celebrates with 'Fair Fun 101' theme.

  • East County
  • News
Carol Papish and Mary Tucker
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 10, 2017
More Too Life hosts private screening and cocktail reception

Supporters of the nonprofit viewed an episode of “The Hero Effect” on local philanthropist Dr. Brook Bello.

  • Black Tie
The proposed dredging of Big Pass is a long-standing point of tension between Lido and Siesta keys.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 10, 2017
Challenges mount against Big Pass dredge permit

Siesta residents and others are challenging the state’s initial approval of a proposed Lido Key renourishment effort, while Lido residents are preparing to defend the project.

  • Siesta Key
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    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • January 10, 2017
SEASON Magazine is now accepting spring submissions

Submit arts, Black Tie and gallery listings for March, April and May by Friday, Jan. 20

  • Arts + Culture
Randy Mann must settle a $49,100 code enforcement fine to sell his Longboat Key home.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • January 10, 2017
UPDATE: Lawyers spar over Longboat lien case

The town of Longboat Key settled a code enforcement case for $37,500 Monday.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • January 10, 2017
Longboat Key Democratic Club hears from James Joseph

The meeting was also the last one for Murray Blueglass as club president.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Max Stewart
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 10, 2017
Bradenton Area EDC appoints new business director

The new hire formerly worked for Enterprise Florida.

  • East County
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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 9, 2017
Two art forms collide to create A Celebration of Two Worlds: Music and Dance

The unique event featured performers from American Ballet Theatre and the Metropolitan Opera on Jan. 8.

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