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The interactive Ann Goldstein Children's Rainforest Garden will simulate the rainforest canopies for visitors upon opening in November.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 1, 2013
Mosaic pledges $50,000 to Selby Gardens

The Mosaic Company Foundation will match donations up to $50,000 toward construction of the Ann Goldstein Children's Rainforest Garden collected through Oct. 31.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Groins like the two groins installed at The Islander Club are being proposed on the north end of Longboat Key.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • October 1, 2013
Objections to groins dismissed by state

A state permit could be issued by the end of the year for three groins to help hold sand on the north end of the Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Kristen Lynne Blossom and Ben Williamson in the 2013 New Stages Tour of "Romeo and Juliet." Photo by Daniel Kelly.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • October 1, 2013
2013 New Stages tour of 'Romeo & Juliet' launches today

The Asolo Repertory Theatre casts will give a one-day preview performance of the production of "Romeo and Juliet" which they will take on the road for the next two months.

  • Arts + Culture
Invasive air potato vines can crowd out and shade native plants.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 1, 2013
City of Sarasota plans invasive-species removal

The city will partner with the Sarasota Bay Estuary Program to rid a North Trail park of air potatoes.

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The fee reduction, approved the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners last week, is part of a rebound in the local economy, commissioners said.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • October 1, 2013
Manatee County building fees reduced

As of today, more than 50 Manatee County building permit and inspection fees will be reduced by 10%.

  • East County
  • News
Carolina Tanner and Ashley Danielson of Easter Seals, Tammy Halsted of St. Armand’s Travel and Victoria Jacobson of the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • October 1, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce Breakfast

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce had a coffee and bagel breakfast Tuesday, Oct. 1, at Easter Seals to catch up with area businesses. Approximately 15 people attended where they learned about the disability services center.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Longboat Island Chapel announced the hiring of Donna Dunio for the new position of executive director of its Aging in Paradise Resource Center.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • October 1, 2013
Aging in Paradise hires executive director

Donna Dunio will become the first paid employee of the Longboat Island Chapel organization that helps seniors and their families.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 1, 2013
MUNICIPAL FOCUS - A Weekly Commentary: County land sale could lead to controversy

Sarasota County has accepted two proposals each for two parcels of land it intends to sell for development. Who's to say what kind of development should go where?

  • East County
  • News
Parts of the federal government shut down at 12:01 a.m. this morning, but that won't stop Sarasota County deputies from enforcing the ban on texting while driving.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 1, 2013
Texting law goes into effect

Sarasota County Sheriff Tom Knight says enforcing the new law banning texting while driving could be difficult at first.

  • Sarasota
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Nightclub Singer
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • September 30, 2013
TWIS Tour Guide: Karaoke

TWIS Tour Guide: Karaoke

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    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • September 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Planned Parenthood Toga Party

PHOTO GALLERY: Planned Parenthood Toga Party

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    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • September 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: YPG Block Party

PHOTO GALLERY: YPG Block Party

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • September 30, 2013
Mustangs hold on for victory

After scoring three touchdowns in the first half, the Lakewood Ranch High football team held on to beat Charlotte 26-23 in non-district action Sept. 27.

  • East County
  • Sports
Vera Lombardi and daughter Kelly look through the books
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • September 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Imagine School Book Fair

Imagine School of Lakewood Ranch opened its doors to families for their Scholastic Book Fair. Art Teacher Besty Hall transformed the school's library into a carnival fair ground. Balloons, cotton candy and pinstriped ticket booths were used as decoration for the carnival themed book fair. The school was able to encourage children to buy more books by offering gift certificates after a certain amount spent.

  • East County
  • News
Benderson Development received the Corporate Citizen Award. Shaun, Randy, Gina and Lori Benderson with Rachel Berkun and Evan Benderson
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • September 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : JFCS 27th Annual Meeting and Volunteer and Donor Recognition Program

Jewish Family and Children's Service honored donors and volunteers Monday, Sept. 30, at Michael's On East for their 27th Annual Meeting and Volunteer Recognition Program.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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