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Monica Roman Gagnier
June 29, 2023

Three pioneers who changed the face of Sarasota and Manatee counties

Lewis Colson, John Schroeder and Bertha Palmer were trailblazers in frontier Florida.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
June 29, 2023

Locals team up to clean up July 4 litter left on beaches

A local sports store is partnering with AT&T to clean up litter on Siesta Key beaches from Fourth of July festivities and to show some love for the area’s beauty.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
June 28, 2023

Sarasota High School graduate carries on family's dreams

Alejandro Peralta, whose parents came from Ecuador to pursue their dreams, carries on their story in America.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Lesley Dwyer
June 27, 2023

Alex Ortega built an American dream at Turtles on Little Sarasota Bay

Now 50 years old and the general manager, Ortega started working at the Siesta Key restaurant when he was only 16 and didn't speak English.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Ryan Kohn
June 27, 2023

Sarasota, Manatee nonprofits push their clients' lives forward

Support for clients comes in the form of financial assistance, education, creative outlets and more.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Miri Hardy
June 12, 2023

Feeding squirrels or other wildlife never ends well

Squirrels support healthy ecosystems. We can help keep them and other wild animals healthy by never feeding wildlife.

East County
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
June 7, 2023

Sea Turtle Conservancy covers costs of installing turtle-friendly lighting

The nonprofit wants to replace lights at homes, condos and businesses that can disorient sea turtles.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Lesley Dwyer
May 5, 2023

An exploration of Lido’s mangrove tunnels reveals heart of our coastal ecosystem

Key Life’s intrepid reporter encounters Florida’s unique ecosystem on a kayak tour through Lido Key’s magical mangrove tunnels.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Robert Plunket
May 5, 2023

Siesta Key property shares tales of two homes — one of which is legendary

Every house has a story or two to tell. But this home on Siesta Key has so many that it’s hard to tell where to begin.

Siesta Key
Real Estate

Eric Snider
May 3, 2023

Save Our Seabirds takes off on expansion plans for the nonprofit

Aaron Virgin, the new CEO of Save our Seabirds, has big plans for the avian sanctuary.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Lesley Dwyer
May 3, 2023

Former Pepperidge Farm CEO is living her dream life on Bird Key

Irene Chang-Britt, the former CEO of Pepperidge Farm, shares her tales of success — and why retiring on Bird Key is the sweetest part.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
April 18, 2023

Siesta Photo Bomber hopes to keep beachgoers smiling

“It’s refreshing," Larry Frankel says. "I'm passing on good vibes. I just want to see people happy.”

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Miri Hardy
April 14, 2023

Alligators are on the move, in search of wet habitats

Staying a safe distance from these vital members of Florida’s wetland ecosystems will help keep all involved out of harm's way.

East County
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
April 8, 2023

Siesta Key Easter Egg Hunt entertains kids, brings families together

The hunt, previously held on Turtle Beach, moved to Siesta Key Chapel this year.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
April 1, 2023

Runners on Siesta Key raise funds for turtle conservation

The 37th annual Run for the Turtles raised more than $55,000.

Sarasota
Neighbors

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