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Club members and individuals from the Children's Guardian Fund gather with the check. Left to right: Svetlana Ivashchenko, Andrew Chiang, Chris Sachs, Marlis Carter, Jim Larson, Lynn Larson, Bob Gault, Cynthia Craig and Michael Garey
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • March 14, 2025
Longboat Kiwanis presents check to Children's Guardian Fund

The Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key has long supported the Children's Guardian Fund, a Sarasota nonprofit supporting children in the juvenile dependency care system.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Developer Paxton Kinol discusses plans for developing the Audobon Townhomes at Sarasota Station with the Sarasota Planning Board.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • March 14, 2025
Sarasota Station townhome project moves one step closer

Planning Board approvals pave the way for 69 townhomes that will help make possible the development of 202 affordable and workforce apartments.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Attendees dig in their shovels at an evening celebrating philanthropist Larry Greenspon and the groundbreaking of the new Greenspon Sports Facilities in Sarasota.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 14, 2025
Icon Larry Greenspon lauded with international support

Hundreds came together Sunday to celebrate the legacy of the man who has encouraged compassion and unity through his philanthropy and love of tennis.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch High teen arrested for making shooting threats
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 13, 2025
Lakewood Ranch High teen arrested for making shooting threats

A 14-year-old student made social media posts about carrying out a shooting Friday.

  • East County
  • News
Gloria Long (1945-2025)
    In Memoriam |
  • March 13, 2025
Gloria Ann Long

Gloria Ann Long, age 80, of Longboat Key, FL passed away on March 1, 2025, peacefully in her sleep.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Lakewood Ranch's Bob Krieg and Sarah Burt are excited about his new book, "Ocean Speed."
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 13, 2025
Lakewood Ranch author tells his sailing adventures in 'Ocean Speed'

Bob Krieg describes his 3.5-year sail around the world, but the book also gives tips and advice on long-distance sailing.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Myakka City's Dagmar Beavers was proud of her life as a musician and circus performer.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 13, 2025
Dag Fest aims to preserve the memory of entertainer Dagmar Beavers

The March 22 concert will be held at the Myakka City home of the late circus performer and singer.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The seating area of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has no center aisle, requiring patrons seating toward the center to step over dozens of others to enter or exit their rows.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • March 13, 2025
Van Wezel engineering report: Good as is for now, not for later

Karins Engineering update to the Purple Ribbon Committee indicates long-term current use, without significant modifications, is less than ideal.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The home at 1750 Southpointe Drive was built in 1967 and has three bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 2,743 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • March 13, 2025
Top residential real estate sales for Feb. 24-28 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis

A Nokomis home on Bayshore Road tops the week’s sales at $4.25 million.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • March 13, 2025
Town to host blood drive March 19

The town of Longboat Key will host a blood drive on Wednesday, March 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

  • Longboat Key
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Nels Matson runs in solitude on a country road during his run across America to honor Navy Seal Chris Campbell and raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • March 13, 2025
Endurance athlete runs for those who run toward danger

Sarasota accountant Nels Matson recently completed a run across America to honor a fallen Navy SEAL's last wish — and to try to set a new world record.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Ava Proffitt is a sophomore who has Cardinal Mooney coaches buzzing with excitement for the future.
    By
  • Vinnie Portell
  • March 13, 2025
Cardinal Mooney softball ready to return to championship ways

The Cougars have built back from a six-year absence with help from two former players.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Sarasota County School Superintendent, Terry Connor.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • March 13, 2025
School board approves new positions and vehicle leasing agreement

The school board approved new positions, which can be incorporated into future budgeting to support a variety of growing needs, as well as a leasing agreement for its white fleet vehicles.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Sophomore Johnny Lackaff (No. 12) should be a key returner for the Sailors after leading the team in scoring this season.
    By
  • Vinnie Portell
  • March 12, 2025
Sarasota-area prep basketball teams look to the future

The Tornadoes and Sailors have what it takes to be back in the state tournament next year.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
A new historical marker was dedicated at Gillespie Park.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • March 12, 2025
New Gillespie Park historical marker honors Sarasota's first mayor

The new marker honors the contributions of John Hamilton Gillespie, the "father of Sarasota," in the park bearing his name.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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