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Kurt Schultheis
April 11, 2011

Crews resume work on beach project

The project, which will bring 133,000 cubic yards of sand to the north end, was delayed for two weeks because of a generator motor.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Roy
April 11, 2011

Voter registration deadline today

A May 10 runoff election in District 1 between Willie Shaw and Linda Holland will determine who will replace retiring City Commissioner Fredd Atkins.

Sarasota
News

Pam Eubanks
April 11, 2011

Buchanan to hold Sarasota town hall meeting

U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan will discuss jobs and the economy, among other topics at 11 a.m., today, at New College of Florida.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
April 11, 2011

Buchanan to hold Sarasota town hall meeting

Congressman Vern Buchanan will discuss jobs and the economy, among other topics at 11 a.m., today, at New College of Florida.

Sarasota
News

Jen Blanco
April 11, 2011

Manatee Adult Baseball League to host youth competition

The Manatee Adult Baseball League will host an Aquafina Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit & Run Competition for area youth April 16.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
April 11, 2011

Community Golf Scores 03.29.11 to 04.02.11

East County golfers post amazing numbers on area courses.

East County
Sports

Black Tie Staff
April 10, 2011

GALLERY: PIC 25th Anniversary

Tim Dutton, of SCOPE, was the guest speaker at the 25th anniversary celebration of the Public Interest Committee, held April 10, at the Bayfront Park Recreation Center.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Maria Amodio
April 10, 2011

GALLERY: DAR Mad Hatter Tea Party

The Sara DeSoto Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution held a Mad Hatter Tea Party on Sunday, April 10 at the chapter clubhouse.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Dora Walters
April 10, 2011

GALLERY: Tea to Tequila 10th Anniversary

Tea to Tequila, a women's networking group, celebrated its 10th anniversary April 10, at a gathering held at the home of Teena and David Kantor.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Dora Walters
April 10, 2011

GALLERY: Sanctuary Farewell Party

On April 10, Sanctuary residents gathered for a poolside potluck for their farewell party.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
April 10, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: SFF Hollywood Nights

Young filmmakers lined up on the red carpet for their moment in the spotlight at the Sarasota Film Festival's "Hollywood Nights" event.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
April 10, 2011

BRSC U15 boys finish second in Region C Finals

The Braden River U15 boys soccer team captured the second-place trophy in the Region C Cup April 2-3.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
April 10, 2011

Lady Pirates victorious on Senior Night

The Braden River High softball team celebrated the accomplishments of seniors Melissa Malanczuk, Bri Maxa, Rachel Patneaude, Brooke Ribarich, Jada Schopfer and Nicole Tira with a 10-0 victory over DeSoto on Senior Night April 8.

East County
Sports

Black Tie Staff
April 9, 2011

Lakewood Ranch Community Fund Gala 'Geishas, Blossoms & Buddhas - All Aboard the Orient Express'

Black Tie

Black Tie Staff
April 9, 2011

SPARCC Princess and Pirates Ball

Black Tie

Dora Walters
April 9, 2011

GALLERY: Longboat Library Annual Meeting

Thriller author James Macomber, of Sarasota, was the guest speaker at the annual meeting of the Longboat Library, held April 9, at the Bayou Tavern restaurant.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Maria Amodio
April 9, 2011

GALLERY: Pi Beta Phi Alumnae Luncheon

Members of the Pi Beta Phi alumnae club of Sarasota-Manatee held their annual Founder's Day luncheon on Saturday, April 9 at Sarasota Yacht Club.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
April 9, 2011

GALLERY: Kiwanis Club second annual barbecue

Members of the Kiwanis Club of Downtown Sarasota chowed down on Nealski's BBQ Saturday, at Pioneer Park.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
April 9, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: 2011 Relay for Life

Sarasota residents participated in the 2011 Relay for Life fundraising event on Saturday, April 9 at Sarasota High School. There were over 50 teams and the goal of raising $110,000 was passed even before the event began.

Sarasota
News

Pam Eubanks
April 9, 2011

Ranch Relay honors cancer survivors (VIDEO)

East County residents today rallied for a cure for cancer during the Lakewood Ranch Relay for Life. Festivities run overnight through 7 a.m., Sunday, at Lakewood Ranch High School.

East County
News

Heidi Kurpiela
April 9, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: SFF Short Stacks Family Film Day

The Sarasota Film Festival's youthFEST got off to a colorful start April 9 with the Short Stacks Family Film Day at Sarasota High School.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Black Tie Staff
April 8, 2011

Opening Night Film and Party

Black Tie

Black Tie Staff
April 8, 2011

Guest Fashion Editor - Nikki Heil

Black Tie

Loren Mayo
April 8, 2011

GALLERY: Smooches for Pooches

Dogs, cats and even llamas got kisses at Friday's "Smooches for Pooches" event.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Michael Eng
April 8, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Rock Out for a Cause

Bradenton darlings We the Kings and five other Florida-based bands rocked Lakewood Ranch High School during Rock Out for a Cause April 8. The concert was a fundraiser for Taking Back Lives, Manatee Glens, Solve Maternity Homes, Family Network on Disabilities, Honor Animal Rescue and the Food Bank of Manatee.

Arts + Culture

Robin Hartill
April 8, 2011

Injured sea turtle released from Lido Beach

Myrtle, a 10-year-old loggerhead turtle, was released this morning after six months of rehabilitation at Mote.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Robin Hartill
April 8, 2011

Longboat Kiwanis Club begins food drive

Drop off donations through May 1 at one of 13 locations on Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
News

Michael Eng
April 8, 2011

WEEKEND BEST BET: Rock Out for a Cause

Bradenton favorites We The Kings will headline this benefit for Taking Back Lives, Manatee Glens, Solve Maternity Homes, Family Network on Disabilities, Honor Animal Rescue and the Food Bank of Manatee tonight at Lakewood Ranch High School.

East County
Neighbors

Pam Eubanks
April 8, 2011

CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: Braden River Middle (VIDEO)

Braden River Middle School students launched homemade rockets during the 11th Annual Night Under the Stars event hosted by the school's science department April 7.

East County
Schools

Pam Eubanks
April 8, 2011

District offers FCAT breakfast

The Manatee County School District will spend $15,000 feeding students for FCAT.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
April 8, 2011

GALLERY: Night Under the Stars

Braden River Middle School students and their families enjoyed the 11th annual "Night Under the Stars" thanks to the school's science department. Attendees enjoyed a Star Lab Planetarium, visits from the Florida Aquarium and Lowry Park Zoo, and more, while raising funds for various school organizations.