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The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort's reopening extension was reduced to one year and now expires on Dec. 31, 2013.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • October 2, 2012
Commission gives Colony one-year extension

Longboat Key commissioners are tired of the dilapidated Colony Beach & Tennis Resort and reduced a reopening extension to one year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Sylint Group Inc. President John Jorgensen, center, said it was difficult to determine exactly what city emails were deleted and which sensitive information was accessed.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • October 2, 2012
City email investigation nears end

Both a third-party and FDLE investigation are wrapping up.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Matilda Diconstanzo, 3, has fun Monday, Oct. 1, playing by the water and collecting seashells at Lido Beach.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 1, 2012
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Buckets of fun

Matilda Diconstanzo, 3, has fun Monday, Oct. 1, playing by the water and collecting seashells at Lido Beach.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Join Alex Mahadevan and Emily Walsh as they report today's headlines.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • October 1, 2012
Oct. 1: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key.

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This week, Colleen Yuskaitis shares a quick and easy recipe for a vegan-friendly, high-protein snack that you can take on the go.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • October 1, 2012
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Colleen Yuskaitis

Personal trainer Colleen Yuskaitis enjoys preparing foods to provide fuel for an active lifestyle. Learn more about her in this week's "In the Kitchen."

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort's reopening extension will be discussed again tonight at Town Hall.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • October 1, 2012
Commission reviews Colony again tonight

Longboat Key commissioners will meet with the Sarasota County Commission this afternoon in Sarasota and tonight at Town Hall for their regular meeting.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 1, 2012
'Grand Challenge' reaps big rewards

A monthlong food drive of The Food Bank of Manatee has netted 21 tons of food and $39,000 in cash.

  • East County
  • News
Eat Here opened the doors of its downtown Sarasota location last year to high praise from local food critics.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 1, 2012
County reviews permit for new Village restaurant

Sarasota County staff are inspecting plans for a $307,000 building alteration for a new Eat Here location in Siesta Key Village.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Courtesy image.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 1, 2012
Former NBA referee to share on PTS

East County resident Bob Delaney today will speak on post traumatic stress disorder.

  • East County
  • News
Luis de Jesus, of Pincher's Crab Shack, prepared ribs for the crowd.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 1, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Grill masters face off

East County residents flocked Sept. 29, to Lakewood Ranch Main Street, for the plaza's fourth annual BBQ Cook-off event.

  • East County
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A motorcycle driver, Ronald Ochoa, 31, of Sarasota, died at the scene of the crash. The four occupants of a Nissan were taken to Sarasota Memorial Hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • September 30, 2012
Police investigate fatal crash on Ringling Bridge

Witnesses told police that prior to the crash the motorcycle had been traveling at a high rate of speed, weaving in and out of traffic, eastbound approaching the John Ringling Causeway.

  • Sarasota
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Braden River lost 29-14 in its Homecoming game. Watch video of the eventful night.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • September 30, 2012
VIDEO: Braden River Homecoming

Braden River High football fell to Port Charlotte 29-14 in its Homecoming game Sept. 28. Sam Peacock and Madison Daunt were chosen as Braden River king and queen.

  • East County
  • Sports
Billy Lehman and Carlos Fuentes made sure to bring props to the Homecoming Dance Sept. 27.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 30, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: BRHS Homecoming Events

Students at Braden River High School brandished their school spirit Sept. 24 to Sept. 29, as they celebrated Homecoming Week.

  • East County
  • News
Mia Lin had fun with her mother, Dr. Nikki Lin, center, and grandparents Dolly and Dr. Eugene Usberghi.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 30, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Health & Wellness Expo

East County residents flocked Sept. 29, to Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, as Lakewood Ranch Community Activities Corp. hosted its annual "Embrace a Life of Health and Wellness" Expo

  • East County
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Mike and Sandy Albano with Julie and Ian Cutmore
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • September 29, 2012
Second Annual Payton Wright Foundation Gala featuring Michael Israel

Second Annual Payton Wright Foundation Gala featuring Michael Israel

  • Black Tie
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