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A funding source is one of the challenges in developing a canal maintenance program.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • October 25, 2024
Commissioners wary of assessment for post-hurricane canal upkeep

Longboat Key commissioners now want to tread lightly about imposing additional tax assessments for the canal maintenance program during the town’s hurricane recovery.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Benderson Develpment plans to redevelop The Crossings at Siesta Key into a mixed-use lifestyle center.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • October 25, 2024
Benderson wins comp plan amendment for The Crossings at Siesta Key

Plans are to redevelop the former Southgate Mall in a mixed-use lifestyle center that includes up to 848 residential units.

  • Sarasota
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  • By BayView Dental
  • October 25, 2024
Dental Hygiene Warning Signs & What It Means For Your Overall Health

At home dental care is critical for your oral health, but just can’t replace what a professional cleaning does.

  • Sarasota
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  • October 24, 2024
Pamela Bourgault

On Oct. 16, Pamela Bourgault, beloved wife of Pierre Bourgault, passed away.

  • Sarasota
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SunCoast Blood Centers has put out an urgent call for blood.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • October 24, 2024
SunCoast Blood Centers urgently needs O negative or A negative blood

A Manatee County pregnant woman is in vital need of the blood to save her and her baby.

  • East County
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Some Anna Maria Island beaches ready to reopen
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • October 24, 2024
Some Anna Maria Island beaches ready to reopen

Manatee County has fast-tracked its post-hurricane work to return the beaches to the business of pleasure for residents and tourists.

  • East County
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  • By JL Bainbridge Family Wealth Advisors
  • October 24, 2024
Medicare: Demystifying the Eligibility and Enrollment Process

To learn more about Medicare and how to incorporate it into your financial strategy, JL Bainbridge offers free seminars at their downtown Sarasota office.

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  • Neighbors
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Sarasota County's most popular beach reopens Saturday.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • October 24, 2024
Siesta Key Beach set for Saturday reopening

Sarasota County staff have been at work ensuring a safe and accessible environment for the beaches.

  • Siesta Key
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Christian Galicia serves Zac and Trey Yovanovich at Siesta Key Oyster Bar on Oct. 22.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • October 24, 2024
Siesta Key slowly comes back to life

Two weeks after Hurricane Milton hit Sarasota, business owners say there's still further to go before Siesta Key returns to normal, while patrons and the community continue to offer support.

  • Siesta Key
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The home at 2737 Hillview St. has three bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 1,612 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • October 24, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for Oct. 7-11 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Nokomis

A Lynnhurst home on Hillview Street tops the week's sales at $585,000.

  • Sarasota
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Meals are offered at Bedrock Church Sarasota.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • October 24, 2024
Bedrock Church describes meeting the need for meals after Milton

The Sarasota church gave out a total of 1,465 meals after Hurricane Milton hit the area.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Superintendent Terry Connor offers a forum on the referendum at Sarasota High School on Oct. 22.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • October 24, 2024
Sarasota schools highlight property tax referendum ahead of general election

The referendum provides funding for a variety of needs in the school district ranging from arts, to career and technical education, to safety and security.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By One Park Sarasota
  • October 24, 2024
One Park Sarasota Condo Celebrates Groundbreaking at The Quay

“One Park Sarasota embodies our longstanding commitment to redefining luxury in Downtown Sarasota’s Waterfront District,” said Kevin Maloney, founder and CEO of PMG.

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The School District of Manatee County is making progress on its new K-8 school being built in Lakewood Ranch.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • October 23, 2024
Finalists determined for new east Bradenton K-8 school name

The School District of Manatee County is seeking the public's input on the final list of names for the school being constructed off Uihlein Road.

  • East County
  • Schools
Kinsey Robb at Art Center Sarasota
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • October 23, 2024
Art Center Sarasota executive director departs for national nonprofit

After helping revitalize Art Center Sarasota as executive director, Kinsey Robb now brings her experience to Art Dealers Association of America.

  • Arts + Culture
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