News

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Eddie Kirsch
June 29, 2012

June 29: Daily Headlines Video

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

Longboat Key
News

Kurt Schultheis
June 29, 2012

IN THE PUBLIC EYE: Suzanne Atwell

Mayor Suzanne Atwell was appointed in May to be the mayor of the city of Sarasota for another year.

Sarasota
News

Kurt Schultheis
June 29, 2012

City manager candidates arrive today

The city of Sarasota will welcome four city manager candidate finalists to Sarasota tonight and Saturday.

Sarasota
News

Jen Blanco
June 29, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Acting Up Performing Arts Camp

Some of the East County's most talented young actors took the stage in the musical production Disney's Aladdin Jr. June 28-29, as part of the Lakewood Ranch High's 11th annual Acting Up Performing Arts Camp. Participants enjoyed exploring all aspects of the performing arts, including drama, dance, voice and art, during the two-week camp, which ran June 18-29.