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Lesley Dwyer, Liz Ramos, Ryan Kohn
December 21, 2023

East County cooks share their favorite holiday recipes

Lakewood Ranch and east Bradenton residents' recipes mix tradition and love to make the holiday season special.

East County
Neighbors

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Carter Weinhofer
December 20, 2023

Firefighters share 20-year fire service journey leading to Longboat

Longboat Key Fire Rescue assistant chiefs Jentzen Barton and Martin Szalbirak served in multiple fire departments together and now find themselves taking a new step on the Key.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

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Petra Rivera
December 20, 2023

From Santa to Wonder Woman, Longboater spreads cheer in costume

Rotarian Nancy Rozance is a costumed crusader who brightens smiles across the Key as Wonder Woman, Josh the Otter, the Easter Bunny and Santa.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

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Ian Swaby
December 19, 2023

Sarasota Santa shares what it takes to wear the red suit

Mark Welikci, who has been a fixture of the Downtown Sarasota Holiday Parade, explains what makes the perfect "Ho, ho, ho," his favorite cookie flavor, and the heart and soul of being Santa Claus.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By

Carter Weinhofer
December 19, 2023

Where do Longboaters get their Christmas trees?

With no on-island tree lots, town residents share their approaches to the Longboat Key tree dilemma.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By

Lesley Dwyer
December 18, 2023

Myakka students decorate Wallace the Warthog cards to raise funds

The Myakka City Elementary students embellished more than 300 Wallace the Warthog holiday cards to raise money for their school.

East County
Schools

By

Lesley Dwyer, Liz Ramos, Ryan Kohn
December 18, 2023

The top Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton light displays to see this holiday season

Residents get into the holiday spirit with vibrant decorations.

East County
Neighbors

By

Ian Swaby
December 18, 2023

Music Compound now offers virtual, hybrid guitar instruction

The Sarasota music school's new course, “Introduction to Guitar Fundamentals: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide," was launched in early December.

Sarasota
Business

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Petra Rivera
December 18, 2023

Longboaters make Christmas in Garden an inclusive community

Local organizations, businesses and residents share the meaning behind the trees they donated to Christmas in the Garden at Longboat Island Chapel.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By

Liz Ramos
December 17, 2023

Lake Club residents grant Manatee children's Christmas wishes

The Lake Club Santa's Sleigh Project supports 80 children in need at the Boys & Girls Club of Manatee County.

East County
Neighbors

By

Petra Rivera
December 17, 2023

A holiday lights tour on Longboat Key

These are the best spots to see some extra holiday spirit illuminated on Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By

Carter Weinhofer
December 17, 2023

Where to worship this Christmas on Longboat Key

Whether you're a resident or a visitor, here are some options for where to celebrate this season.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By

Jay Heater
December 17, 2023

Laser light show will highlight New Year's Eve party in Lakewood Ranch

Waterside Place will host 150 drones to create an impressive welcome to 2024.

East County
Neighbors

By

Ian Swaby
December 16, 2023

Southside Baptist Church becomes a Christmas town

The celebration brings together the Grinch and Santa Claus along with activities like snowball throwing.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By

Petra Rivera
December 15, 2023

St. Mary's Christmas concert features musicians from around the world

The annual concert had carols, a sing-a-long and great deals at the Women's Guild Christmas Bazaar.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

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