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"Side Show" runs through May 5, at The Players Theatre. Photo courtesy Don Daly.
  • By Paula Atwell
  • April 29, 2013
THEATER REVIEW: 'Side Show'

The Players Theatre production of "Side Show," based on a true story, gives us a fascinating and intimate look into the lives of famous conjoined twins, Daisy and Violet Hilton.

  • Arts + Culture
Melinda Gish. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • April 29, 2013
Sarasota Ballet School's Caitlin Gish finalist in YAPG

Sarasota Ballet School's Caitlin Gish went to New York City to compete in the Youth American Grand Prix.

  • Arts + Culture
"Mud" (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • April 29, 2013
FILM REVIEW: 'Mud'

In the new film, "Mud," Matthew McConaughey gives the performance of a lifetime in a meticulously and methodically paced tale of love and mistrust.

  • Arts + Culture
Kevin Koscielniak, 53, was arrested for burglary and beating a dog to death.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • April 29, 2013
Man arrested for beating dog to death

The 53-year-old man was arrested after the crime was captured on video surveillance.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • April 29, 2013
Sheriff's Office collects nearly 80 pounds of prescription pills

As part of the DEA's national turn-in event, deputies collected 79 pounds of pharmaceuticals

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The Out-of-Door Academy baseball team celebrates its second district championship in three years after defeating Cardinal Mooney 11-3 in the Class 3A-District 10 championship April 26.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • April 29, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Class 3A-District 10 Championship

The Out-of-Door Academy baseball team defeated rival Cardinal Mooney 11-3 in the Class 3A-District 10 championship April 26, at McKechnie Field.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Town Manager Dave Bullock has a list of six items to discuss with the Town Commission May 6.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • April 29, 2013
Bullock outlines Colony initiatives

Town staff has been given a list of six directives to follow and prepare for the Town Commission's May 6 regular meeting.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Cortez Bridge connects the mainland to Bradenton Beach, making it a key route for Longboaters.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • April 29, 2013
Cortez Bridge meeting takes place tomorrow

FDOT officials will gather public feedback as part of a study about the bridge's future.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Untie your weekend with Black Tie Untied!
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • April 29, 2013
Black Tie Untied

Lots of love on 'The Love Boat'; Kings of the kitchen

  • Arts + Culture
The event will run from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, May 11, beginning at Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • April 29, 2013
Registration open for Sister Keys Cleanup

Participation is limited to 75, so sign up now for this May 11 event.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Victims were flown to Blake Trauma Center and the suspects have been taken into custody by the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • April 29, 2013
Stabbing in Venice hospitalizes two

Suspects Ronald DiCapua, 31, and Kyle DeSantis, 37, have been taken into custody following a stabbing incident around 4 a.m. Sunday, April 28.

  • Sarasota
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China Vannest, Nicole Geletka, Audra Locicerl and Julia Starkey are seniors who have been friends since Freshman year.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • April 29, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Ringling Senior Thesis

An opening reception for Ringling Senior Thesis exhibitions took place Saturday, April 27 at Selby Gallery, a Division of Ringling College of Art and Design. Work will be on display at various locations on campus through May 3.

  • Arts + Culture
Chairwomen Judi Gallagher, Beverly Bartner, Molly Schechter and Margaret Wise
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • April 28, 2013
Third Annual Men Who Cook

Third Annual Men Who Cook

  • Black Tie
Courtney Couiplto and Tyler Diffley
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • April 28, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Cardinal Mooney Prom

Cardinal Mooney sophomores, juniors and seniors sat at Blackjack tables and drank python punch in an informal club setting at the school's 'Old School Vegas'-themed prom April 27, at Polo Grill and Bar.'¨

  • East County
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Neal Denman and Jordan Tousley
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • April 28, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Out-of-Door Academy Prom

Juniors and seniors at Out-of-Door Academy put on their formalwear April 27 when the school hosted its 2013 masquerade-themed prom at The Lake Club, in Lakewood Ranch. Activities included music, ice cream, shuffleboard, poker and other festivities. '¨

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