Neighbors

Eric Snider
March 27, 2024

Lido Shores activist has created art with purpose all her life

Artist Miriam Cassell doesn’t just dare to be different. She knows no other way.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Petra Rivera
March 26, 2024

Paradise Center qigong classes evolve with the seasons

Instructor Sandi Love explains the basis of the mind-body practice and how it can enhance your connection to nature.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Liz Ramos
March 26, 2024

Memorial fishing tournament raises funds for Tidewell Hospice

Chad Day, who was an East County resident, was an avid fisherman. He died of brain cancer in 2015. His memory is now honored through the Chad Day Memorial Fishing Tournament.

East County
Neighbors

Lesley Dwyer
March 26, 2024

Greenhouse provides window to rare plants

Brewer's Nursery and Landscape Services in East County created a greenhouse for plant collectors.

East County
Neighbors

Ryan Kohn
March 26, 2024

Siesta Key gymnast sets his sights on a national championship

Eighteen-year-old Benjamin Aguilar will compete for the U.S. Military Academy next season. Before he goes, he wants one more crack at the U.S. Gymnastics Championships in May.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Petra Rivera
March 25, 2024

Longbeach Condominiums marks 50th anniversary with party

Residents spent a weekend celebrating Longbeach's history, great access to nature and tight-knit community.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Petra Rivera
March 25, 2024

Where and when to worship during Easter and Passover on Longboat Key

Here are the dates and times to celebrate Easter and Passover with the six houses of worship on Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Lesley Dwyer
March 24, 2024

Meals on Wheels Plus hosts a swashbuckling Tropical Nights

"A Pirate's Life" was the theme of the 30th rendition of the annual fundraiser.

East County
Neighbors

Jay Heater
March 24, 2024

Charge of the egg brigade in Lakewood Ranch

More than 500 children rushed through Waterside Park to collect Easter eggs during the annual Eggstravaganza.

East County
Neighbors

Liz Ramos
March 23, 2024

River Strand residents hit the runway for the first time

River Strand's fifth annual fashion show benefits the Food Bank of Manatee.

East County
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
March 22, 2024

Sarasota chamber welcomes bestselling author at annual breakfast

As the community gathered for the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce's annual breakfast, they heard from Kyle McDowell, a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author.