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Adèle Haenel in "Portrait of a Lady on Fire." Photo source: NEON.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • April 17, 2020
Binge Blog: Not the lover's choice, but the poet's

"Portrait of a Lady on Fire" and "Sharp Objects" are this week's picks.

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Sarasota Memorial Hospital is conducting 25-30 in-house COVID-19 tests daily.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 16, 2020
Sarasota Memorial Hospital begins in-house COVID-19 testing

The hospital said conducting its own tests will cut the wait time for results from up to 10 days to less than two hours.

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The Lakewood Ranch High community is raising money for Roosevelt Atkins, an assistant football coach at the school who has been battling COVID-19.Â
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • April 16, 2020
Lakewood Ranch High community raising money for assistant football coach

Roosevelt Atkins has been battling COVID-19.

  • East County
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Myakka's Amy and Tyler Clites show off their LEGO trophy after winning the first season of "Lego Masters," which ran 10-episode. Photo courtesy of FOX.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 16, 2020
Myakka City couple wins 'LEGO Masters' competition

Tyler and Amy Clites, of Myakka, will have Lego art on display at future LEGOLAND New York Resort.

  • East County
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Jennifer “Lacy” Mitchell sends her daughter Callie to daycare at Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota while she works at the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.
  • By Brynn Mechem and Harry Sayer I Staff writer and Black Tie Editor
  • April 16, 2020
Sarasota businesses band together to help first responders

Organizations like Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and Starfish Academy offer free childcare and hotel stays for those on the front lines.

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Lakewood Ranch Town Hall Executive Director Anne Ross leads a community development district meeting from her home. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 16, 2020
Could future hold more remote government meetings in Lakewood Ranch area?

Social distancing forces government representatives to conduct business differently.

  • East County
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At the beginning of the year, The Bay said it hoped to begin construction on the first phase of the park project this summer. Now, that timeline is in question.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 16, 2020
Coronavirus could delay major projects

Phase one of The Bay Sarasota and the Selby Gardens master plan are awaiting the review of city officials.

  • Sarasota
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Dave Bullock, interim CEO of the Economic Development Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County, credited his staff with moving quickly to help provide resources for businesses in the community. File photo.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 16, 2020
County, EDC partner on business loan program

Officials are preparing to issue up to $4.3 million to support small businesses in hopes of supplementing larger state and federal initiatives.

  • Sarasota
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Mark Pritchett, president and CEO of the Gulf Coast Community Foundation, said the organization has helped issue more than $1 million in grants over the past month in response to COVID-19. File photo.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 16, 2020
Foundations organize COVID-19 support strategies

Between struggling individuals and service providers preparing for increased demand, philanthropic groups are helping the community get through coronavirus challenges.

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Beachgoers keep their distance during a Longboat Key sunset.
    By
  • Mark Bergin
  • April 15, 2020
Beach visitors keep it few and far-between

Town Manager Tom Harmer said residents can walk the beach so long as they maintain appropriate social distancing and groups do not exceed 10 people.

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Nurses Noelle Clark and Shannon Zies take a break for pizza from Marco's Pizza. They say such donations from the community make them feel appreciated and help alleviate stress.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 15, 2020
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center gets front line support

Community steps up to support Lakewood Ranch Medical Center during COVID-19 crisis.

  • East County
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Marcie Hackman helps her Gene Witt pre-kindergartner, Brayden, with a vowel sound art project.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • April 15, 2020
Lakewood Ranch area parents take on new role as teachers

Lakewood Ranch area homeschool families provide tips for those adjusting to online learning.

  • East County
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Anthony Bavaro and Mikey Bavaro and their parents, Giovanna and Louis, enjoy spending time together with their dog, Luna.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 15, 2020
Challenge looms for Lakewood Ranch teen

Parents say their son ready to take on spinal injury rehab.

  • East County
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Brad Moyer and his niece Julia Devecchio, a senior at Lakewood Ranch High School, have a quarantine-style prom since Devecchio's actual prom was canceled. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • April 15, 2020
Lakewood Ranch area seniors miss final important high school moments

Lakewood Ranch area high school seniors share disappointment over school event cancellations.

  • East County
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Tara Preserve Golf Club offers 18 holes of golf.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 15, 2020
Tara Preserve Golf Club up for sale in Bradenton

Homeowners wonder if new owners will try to develop the land.

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Cindy Ritchell, Ann Quackenbush, Brenda Korthauer, Beverly Sutton and Kit Torchia all lend a helping hand in packing seeds to send internationally to farmers who need them. Quackenbush is a driving force behind Hope Seeds, a charitable ministry through Christ Church of Longboat Key.
  • December 22, 2025
Longboat's Hope Seeds nears 10 years of giving back
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Andrew Carrillo poses for a photo on Dec. 16 at Out-of-Door Academy. He's been the go-to guy on attack for the Thunder throughout their 2025-26 season.
  • December 22, 2025
East County Athlete of the Week: Andrew Carrillo
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Manatee County commissioners approve reducing speed limits throughout the county.
  • December 22, 2025
Speed limits reduced on nine roads in Manatee County
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The library will be constructed on the light green area depicted on this map within Longboat Key's Town Center Green. The entire library would be around 11,230 square feet with the possible enhancements.
  • December 22, 2025
Buchanan's $1 million donation formally accepted for library
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Sarasota students share Christmas wishes in letters to Santa
  • December 22, 2025
Sarasota students share Christmas wishes in letters to Santa

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