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The town closed off an area of the beach near Gulf of Mexico Drive and Gulfside Road. It will remain roped off until the seawall is repaired.
    By
  • Mark Bergin
  • November 19, 2020
Longboat's Eta damage assessment continues

The town of Longboat Key closed off an area of the beach near Gulf of Mexico Drive and Gulfside Road.

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The Sarasota Orchestra held the opening concert of its "On the Road with SO" series at G.T. Bray Park in Bradenton on Nov. 15, an event that featured the Sarasota Brass Quintet. Photo courtesy Sarasota Orchestra.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 19, 2020
Performing arts groups take their shows outside

As COVID-19 continues to limit indoor performances, Sarasota's arts community is pursuing opportunities to play outdoors.

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Planning consultant Joel Freedman presents plans for the Arlington Commons project at a community workshop in August 2019. The development team is now scrapping its initial application and preparing a new proposal. File photo.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 19, 2020
Arlington Park developer withdraws project

After expressing opposition to the Arlington Commons proposal, residents hope new plans will be more in line with their desires.

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Matthew Johnson, owner of SRQ Smoke and Vape Shop, is optimistic that enhanced outdoor signage will bring more people into his business despite the effects of COVID-19.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 19, 2020
Downtown group launches storefront grant program

The Downtown Improvement District hopes partnering with merchants on improvement projects will help draw customers during a challenging time.

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Halfacre Construction's executives say owner Jack Cox always has treated them like brothers. Photo by Jay Heater
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • November 18, 2020
Strong foundation key to success for Lakewood Ranch's Halfacre Construction

Lakewood Ranch's Halfacre Construction celebrates 50 years in business.

  • East County
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Dan Sidler of the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance presents the Community Champion-individual award to Peggy Kronus, the community business development manager for Willis Smith Construction.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • November 18, 2020
Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance honors extraordinary efforts with its Sandies Awards

Lakewood Ranch's Willis Smith among the award winners at the annual event.

  • East County
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Sherry Nikolich’s Buttonwood Drive home had flooding in the garage.
    By
  • Mark Bergin
  • November 18, 2020
Longboat Key residents continue Eta clean-up

Several Buttonwood Harbour residents had flooding because of Eta.

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Suzanne Aguirre is one of many Tsunami swimmers that live in Lakewood Ranch. Before the county's decision, about 70 Tsunami swimmers practiced at Marble Pool.
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • November 18, 2020
Storm brews in east Bradenton after Lakewood Ranch Lightning moves

Tsunami upset by Manatee County decision to give pool time to Lakewood Ranch swim team

  • East County
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    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • November 18, 2020
Lemur Conservation Foundation planning expansion in Myakka

Lemur Conservation Foundation in Myakka to expand and house more lemurs

  • East County
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Players warm up Sept. 5 for the first night of competition in the Chargers Soccer Club Labor Day Tournament at Premier Sports Campus. About 1,500 athletes participated in the four-day event. Photo by Pam Eubanks.
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • November 18, 2020
Longer winter season could boost Premier in Lakewood Ranch

Premier campus in Lakewood Ranch adjusts to losing signature events

  • East County
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    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • November 18, 2020
Soup-er fundraiser in Lakewood Ranch

Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee's first drive-thru Empty Bowls a success.

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Just like around the main building of Robert E. Willis Elementary School, Julie Santello, a second grade teacher, wants to add plants by the new addition to provide a scenic view as well as hands-on opportunities for students.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • November 18, 2020
Grant leads to Willis Elementary's plants in Lakewood Ranch

Willis Elementary teacher receives Splash! grant to grow a garden by the school's new addition.

  • East County
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James Archibald, a senior at Lakewood Ranch High School, gets ready to play Rocket League from home.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • November 18, 2020
Esports league rockets forward in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch High School 's esports club sees success in its first year.

  • East County
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Affinity Wellness 4 Life owner Dominic Louis Sorrentino (right) and office manager/marketing director Jamie Perea stand in the new 3,000 square-foot facility on Solutions Lane.
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • November 18, 2020
EYE ON BUSINESS: Former bodybuilder's wellness experience carries weight at new Lakewood Ranch business

EYE ON BUSINESS: From weight loss to hair styling, company brings holistic wellness to Lakewood Ranch

  • East County
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Nikki Roenicke, the owner of barre3, Lindsay Wood, the owner of Blossom & Burn Co., and Kati Ramage, the owner of Abide Designs Interiors, are organizing the first Small Biz Holiday Market on Main Street at Lakewood Ranch.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • November 18, 2020
Small business market debuts on Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

Business owners coordinate first Small Biz Holiday Market on Main Street at Lakewood Ranch.

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