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The accident occurred around 6:30 p.m. July 1. Photos by Brian Thompson.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 2, 2012
Three injured in Lakewood Ranch crash

The accident occurred at the intersection of Lakewood Ranch and Balmoral Woods boulevards July 1.

  • East County
  • News
City manager candidates and pension ordinance modifications are the main topics at today’s regular meeting at City Hall.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • July 2, 2012
Commission to pick city manager today

There are only three city managers that Sarasota city commissioners can choose from after another candidate dropped out last night.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota Architectural Salvage’s display fit the theme.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • July 2, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Shrimp and Lobster Festival

The Sarasota Farmer's Market hosted the second annual Shrimp and Lobster Festival Saturday, June 30. Last year's event drew record crowds to the market, and this year, seafood fans flocked to the market in droves to enjoy live music, children's events and of course, fresh shrimp and lobster. Food vendors even offered shrimp and lobster crepes.

  • Sarasota
  • News
David Rouleau and Rey Rodriguez
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • July 2, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Suncoast Super Boat Parade

Hundreds of people packed downtown Sarasota Friday, June 29, to enjoy an up-close look at the boats from this year's Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Festival. Boats, trucks and other sponsors and associated groups made their way down Main Street in celebration of the 28th annual festival, which raises money for Suncoast Charities for Children.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Annette Broy and Pastor Mike Broy
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • July 2, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Life in the Son Church Meet and Greet

Members of newly formed church, Life in the Son, gathered on Wednesday, June 27, for a meet and greet. Pastor Mike Broy says the nondenominational church offers a welcoming environment in which people can worship and is looking to expand its membership. 'We like to focus on the positive things people can do as Christians,' said Broy. 'I think there's already enough focus on negativity and what you can't do.'

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Cris Donovan Rennie Carter and Deborah Kerr
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • July 2, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Glenridge Trivia Challenge

Glenridge residents split into teams and put their thinking caps on for the retirement home's monthly trivia challenge event. Residents were asked questions in various categories, including music, politics and popular culture.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Tonight's meeting takes place at 7 p.m. at Longboat Key Town Hall
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • July 2, 2012
Commission to set maximum millage rate

Town Manager David Bullock has recommended a 1.8872 millage rate for the upcoming fiscal year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Siblings Julie, Bria and Andrew Isco
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • July 2, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: MaineMax Boat Show

If anyone at St. Armands Circle was in the market for a new boat, then June 30 was his or her day. MarineMax Sarasota took over St. Armands Circle for the 10th Annual St. Armands Boat Show. Plenty of passersby climbed aboard to captain their favorite boat. MarineMax Sarasota is located at 1601 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota. It is open 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Enjoy our video of the Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Festival Parade of Boats.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • July 1, 2012
VIDEO: Festival Parade of Boats

The Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Festival Parade of Boats was held Friday June 29 in Downtown Sarasota. Enjoy our video of the event.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Teresa Anderson
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • July 1, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Moving Ethos flash mob

Dancers of all shapes, sizes, ages and hair colors took over Lido Key Beach June 30 for the third annual summer flash mob. Surprised beach bums gathered to watch Moving Ethos Dance Company's inspiring performance as the sun set. Although the performance persisted no more than ten minutes, the impact seemed to have lasting impression: 'Do you have any flyers? I want to join!' seemed to be more than a few audience members' reactions.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
City manager candidate Thomas Barwin interacts with city residents Friday night.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • July 1, 2012
City manager candidates interact with residents

Four Sarasota city manager candidates interacted with city residents Friday night at the Robert L. Taylor Community Center.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Amanda Landesberg
  • June 30, 2012
Parties and parades at the Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix

Parties and parades at the Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
The runners start the race, Saturday, June 30, out on Siesta Key Public Beach.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • June 30, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Firecracker 5K

The Second Annual Firecracker 5K took place, Saturday, June 30, out on Siesta Key Public Beach. The 5K and 1-mile fun run was sponsored by the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce and was sanctioned by the Manasota Track Club.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
East Manatee Fire Rescue Firefighter Joe Griffith checked on a crash victim during a simulation.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 30, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Speak Out Against Impaired Driving

Members of the East County community rallied against drinking under the influence of drugs and alcohol today, during the Speak Up Against Impaired Driving event.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Sara Moone
  • June 29, 2012
This Song in Sarasota: Sue Aside by (the) Umbrella Cult

This Song in Sarasota: Sue Aside by (the) Umbrella Cult

  • Arts + Culture
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