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Cassidy Alexander
May 21, 2018

Two more candidates going for Sarasota County School Board seat

This makes three candidates challenging Jane Goodwin for her District 5 seat.

Sarasota
News

David Conway
May 21, 2018

Bayfront group unveils latest plans

The Bay Sarasota is firming up a plan for redeveloping the land around the Van Wezel, but several variables are still left to be finalized.

Sarasota
News

Eric Garwood
May 21, 2018

Coe announces run for Sarasota County Commission's District 2

Republican Alexandra Coe announces her bid for the District 2 seat on the Sarasota County Commission.

Sarasota
News

Cassidy Alexander
May 21, 2018

County commission to discuss Siesta Key road swap

The county and state are discussing a deal that would give the county control of State Road 758, which includes segments of Midnight Pass Road and Siesta Drive.

Siesta Key
News

Katie Johns
May 20, 2018

Walt's Fish Market celebrates 100 years

In 1918, Claus Wallin arrived in Sarasota and started the family legacy.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Kayleigh Omang
May 20, 2018

Riverview High School honors class of 2018

The Riverview High School commencement was hosted May 19 at Ram Bowl.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amelia Hanks
May 20, 2018

A day for Braden River High to celebrate accomplishment

Emotional ceremony at the Bradenton Area Convention Center sees 450 students graduate from Braden River High School.

East County
News

Katie Johns
May 19, 2018

Bird Key dances under the stars

About 80 club members gathered for dinner and dancing May 19.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Katie Johns
May 19, 2018

Healthy Start Coalition and Sarasota Kiwanis Club host community baby shower

The two groups teamed up to bring local resources to new and expecting parents.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amelia Hanks
May 19, 2018

Lakewood Ranch High seniors say "Hello new world!"

Lakewood Ranch High class of 2018 sends 504 seniors into adulthood.

East County
News

Katie Johns
May 18, 2018

Sarasota High School graduates class of 2018

Members of the class of 2018 received their diplomas May 18.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amelia Hanks
May 18, 2018

Superintendent Diana Greene leaving Manatee County schools

Diana Greene, superintendent, Manatee County, school board, education, Duval County

East County
News

Cassidy Alexander
May 18, 2018

Sarasota County lifts recreational burn ban

Thanks to the start of seasonal rains, the ban was lifted after more than a month.

Sarasota
News

David Conway
May 18, 2018

UPDATE: County lifts no-swim advisory at Turtle Beach

Sarasota County health officials say it's safe again to enter the water at four area beaches.

Sarasota
News

David Conway
May 18, 2018

Bayfront group to present latest plans

The Bay Sarasota will hold a series of events next week to discuss an evolving master plan for more than 50 acres of city-owned land around the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

Sarasota
News

David Conway
May 18, 2018

Referendum on city election date makes ballot

A push to move Sarasota city elections from March and May to August and November has gained enough support to send the question to voters this fall.

Sarasota
News

Katie Johns
May 18, 2018

First Presbyterian sends off preschool grads

Thirty children graduated from First Presbyterian Preschool on May 18.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Kayleigh Omang
May 18, 2018

Annual Phil Galvano Golf Tournament tees off for 22nd year

The golf tournament hosted a lunch May 18 at Longboat Key Club & Resort.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Ryan Kohn
May 18, 2018

Lakewood Ranch man named head coach of the Tampa Bay Rowdies

Lakewood Ranch man Neill Collins was named the head coach of the Tampa Bay Rowdies on May 18. Collins also owns NC3 Soccer, a youth soccer academy.

East County
Sports

Kayleigh Omang
May 17, 2018

Booker High School hosts upbeat graduation ceremony

The Booker High School Class of 2018 graduated May 17 at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Bret Hauff
May 17, 2018

St. Regis appeal struck by court

The 12th Judicial Court struck Blake Fleetwood's appeal of the town of Longboat Key's decision to approve the St. Regis project at the site of the former Colony Beach and Tennis Resort.

Longboat Key
News

Adam Hughes
May 17, 2018

Concession home tops local sales at $1.4 million

terry bradshaw buys Lakewood Ranch home

East County
Real Estate

Jay Heater
May 17, 2018

Lakewood Ranch's Four Pillars stretches into expansion

East County
News

Cassidy Alexander
May 17, 2018

Call and response: Emergency crews navigate traffic on Siesta Key

While Siesta Key residents express concern about how fast emergency crews can reach them through increasing traffic, Sarasota's fire chief says his crews have many ways to avoid backups.

Siesta Key
News

Ryan Kohn
May 17, 2018

NCAA Division I, II and III Women's Rowing Championships come to Nathan Benderson Park

The NCAA Division I, II and III Women's Rowing Championships come to Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota on May 25-27, and feature several rowers from local crews.

East County
Sports

Eric Garwood
May 17, 2018

Bayfront home on Longboat sells for $7 million

A bayfront home on Longboat Key sold this week for $7 million, the highest price for a home on the island's eastern shoreline.

Longboat Key
Real Estate

Matt Walsh
May 17, 2018

Look elsewhere for Lido Key sand

Sarastoa's pursuit of Big Pass sand continues to raise the question: Why create endless strife and risk unknown effects when other options exist?

Sarasota
Opinion

Adam Hughes
May 17, 2018

Sarasota Bay Park home sells for $3.7 million

Residential real estate transactions for April 30-May 4.

Sarasota
Real Estate

David Conway
May 17, 2018

Sarasota's ice cream trucks face a rocky road

Officials are revisiting a contentious conversation about allowing the iconic businesses to operate in neighborhoods.

Sarasota
News

David Conway
May 17, 2018

Residents question city lease policy

After the city struck an agreement with a private operator for the Lido Beach pavilion, neighborhood representatives are recommending new standards for leasing public property.