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Ryan Kohn
March 20, 2023

Former Mustangs coach thrives at IMG Academy

University Park's Jeremy Schiller led the Ascenders' varsity team to an 18-9 record in 2022-2023.

East County
Sports

Ian Swaby
March 19, 2023

Friendships bloom at garden club orchid presentation in Lakewood Ranch

The Gardeners Out East event offered a chance for members and nonmembers to learn about orchid care.

East County
Neighbors

Jay Heater
March 18, 2023

River Strand models raise funds for Food Bank of Manatee County

Women walked the runway March 18 at River Strand of Bradenton's annual Stylin' at the Strand fashion show.

East County
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
March 18, 2023

Jazz legend highlights six-day festival in Sarasota

Pianist Dick Hyman, 96, thrilled the crowd inside the Big Top at Nathan Benderson Park.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Liz Ramos
March 18, 2023

Lakewood Ranch Angler's Club Youth Fishing Seminar reels in fun

Children learned the basics of fishing in preparation for the Angler's Club annual Youth Fishing Tournament.

East County
Neighbors

Dariela Delgado
March 18, 2023

School leader goes extra mile to ensure student success

Sherika Evans believes giving kids a better life doesn't end with them — it involves the whole family.

Sarasota
Schools

Lesley Dwyer
March 18, 2023

Sex trafficking survivor speaks out at Christ Church

Christ Church began supporting Selah Freedom in December after making a $50,000 donation to the anti-trafficking nonprofit in Sarasota.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
March 18, 2023

Attendees find greater than gold at Shamrock Pub block party

Loyal patrons and newcomers both enjoyed the festive scene on St. Patrick's Day.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Andrew Warfield
March 17, 2023

Mosquito season is coming, and your yard might be part of the problem

Sarasota County's mosquito manager says residents can help control the population during the rainy season.

Sarasota
News

Liz Ramos
March 17, 2023

Meals on Wheels brings Hollywood glitz and glamor to fundraiser

Tropical Nights Goes Hollywood, on March 25 at the Grove in Lakewood Ranch, is Meals on Wheels' biggest fundraiser.

East County
Neighbors

Lesley Dwyer
March 17, 2023

Lawn Party proceeds given to Children's Guardian Fund

Over $100,000 was raised at the annual Kiwanis Club fundraiser.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
March 17, 2023

Community Foundation honors partners, community at Better Together

For the first time, Gulf Coast Community Foundation's Better Together event was opened to the general public in a downtown block party.

Sarasota
Neighbors

In Memoriam |

March 17, 2023

Herman W. “Buddy” Herring, Jr.

Herman W. “Buddy” Herring, Jr., D.M.D., LTC(R), US Army, age 74 was born in Elberton, GA 25 June 1948 died Tidewell Hospice, Bradenton, FL 21 Feb 2023.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

Ian Swaby
March 16, 2023

Manatee County studies methane production at landfill

County staff are exploring natural gas from its landfill as an energy source. Tax credits and deals with private utility companies could cover the cost of a project.

East County
News

Liz Ramos
March 16, 2023

To renovate or replace? Manatee County School District handcuffed by state

Even though Tara Elementary School could be replaced cheaper, the state says that renovation is the only option.

East County
Schools

Andrew Warfield
March 16, 2023

Police investigate shooting at Siesta Key North Bridge

Two men shot each other during an argument at a late-night party.

Sarasota
News

Andrew Warfield
March 16, 2023

No-swim advisory issued for Lido Casino Beach

Sarasota County health officials say red tide continues to persist at all 16 county beaches.

Sarasota
News

Andrew Warfield
March 16, 2023

City park red tide cleanup underway; Lido, Siesta beaches still waiting

Sarasota County has determined that beaches haven't reached special dead fish cleanup threshold.

Sarasota
News

Jay Heater
March 16, 2023

Winn-Dixie in Lakewood Ranch to close April 10

Besides the regular grocery store, Winn-Dixie's liquor store also will close at The Green in Lakewood Ranch.

East County
Business

By Jewish Family & Children’s Service of the Suncoast
March 16, 2023

Think Everything's Good?

For 36 years, JFCS has been empowering individuals and families of all faiths and backgrounds.

East County
Neighbors

Protecting our natural resources is a moral responsibility

We can have all the rules protecting nature we want. Until we enforce them, red tide and other nature degradation will continue.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Lesley Dwyer
March 16, 2023

Spanish Main Yacht Club celebrates St. Patrick's Day

The club's weekly happy hour was turned into a St. Patrick's Day party on March 15.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Adam Hughes
March 16, 2023

Top residential real estate sales for Feb. 27 to March 3 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis

A Siesta Key home in Prince’s Gate tops the week's sales at $2.3 million

Sarasota
Real Estate

Ian Swaby
March 16, 2023

Commissioners prioritize infrastructure, trail system for federal funds

Building a new span across the Manatee River at Fort Hamer is the county's top priority.

East County
News

Ian Swaby
March 16, 2023

Buchanan pushes permanent daylight saving time

U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan said at a Lakewood Ranch event that people are waking up to the benefits of permanent daylight saving time.

East County
News

Ryan Kohn
March 16, 2023

A spring sports check-in in Sarasota

With spring break here for Sarasota County Schools, it's time to see who has started the season on fire.

Sarasota
Sports

Matt Walsh
March 16, 2023

Three Floridians want to be president. Timing and circumstances appear to be working against one. Another is up to his usual insults. The third has the courage, but does he have the will to bear it all?

Sarasota
Opinion

Ryan Kohn
March 16, 2023

Sarasota High softball gets 'scrappy' in fast start

Building off their 2022 season, the Sailors are 6-1 and have shown an ability to win multiple ways.

Sarasota
Sports

Andrew Warfield
March 16, 2023

Sarasota-Bradenton Airport positions for continued growth

As passenger count continues to grow, the airport is preparing to begin its expansion to accommodate passengers and maximize revenues.

Sarasota
News

Jay Heater
March 15, 2023

Former cop forges new career as a painter

The Lake Club's Lisa Sweeney will be the featured artist during the Spring Show and Sale of the Creative Artists Association of Lakewood Ranch.

East County
Neighbors

Liz Ramos
March 15, 2023

Braden River High JROTC students put own spin on drill routines

JROTC drill team duel exhibitionists are able to develop their own routines to meet their abilities.

East County
Schools

Lesley Dwyer
March 15, 2023

Red tide puts strain on local kayak businesses

Local tour guide Darrell Poole's video shot from Ted Sperling Park has reached 3.2 million views on TikTok.

Longboat Key
News

Andrew Warfield
March 15, 2023

City gives input on downtown affordable housing plan

No action was taken, but Sarasota city commissioners request more research before it comes up for a vote.

Sarasota
News

Adam Hughes
March 15, 2023

Top residential real estate sales for Feb. 2 to -March 3 in Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key, Bird Key

A Longboat Key condominium in Bonaire tops the week's sales at $8.4 million.

Longboat Key
Real Estate

Andrew Warfield
March 15, 2023

Broken window incident may have up to 10 suspects

Police were unable to identify a possible large group of vandals who broke a homeowner's window with a brick. This and other reports from the Sarasota Police Department in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

Lauren Tronstad
March 15, 2023

Dead fish on the beach? Longboat leans on nature for cleanup.

The town of Longboat Key cleans up fish kills from red tide only after four tidal cycles fail to clear them.

Longboat Key
News

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