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  • By Matt Walsh |
  • June 28, 2023
Greatest civil document

The Declaration of Independence was much more than a secession from tyranny. It changed the world.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • June 22, 2021
'Great Balls of Fire' captures Lewis' incendiary style

Florida Studio Theatre performance showcases rock 'n' roll pioneer's legendary career.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 30, 2009
10 to Contend: Paul Blackketter

Benderson Development Property Manager Paul Blackketter is the man behind a future world-class rowing facility off University Parkway. If all goes as planned, the facility will be responsible for making the East County one of the premier destinations for the sport in the nation.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 11, 2019
Garden club still is growing in Lakewood Ranch

Gardeners Out East club still is growing in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • October 28, 2021
Keep going, Governor

Unlike many of his peers, Gov. Ron DeSantis has the guts to stand up to Washington and defend Floridians’ livelihoods.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 21, 2010
Memorial may have home

CDD2 supervisors are considering Lakewood Ranch Town Hall as the site for the Fallen Heroes Memorial.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 10, 2013
Mustangs swing into regionals

The Lady Mustangs took second place at the Class 3A-District 12 tournament April 2 and April 3, held at Charlotte High School.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 11, 2014
The center of the storm: a look back at the 2004 hurricane season

A decade ago, four storms threatened the Key in the span of 45 days. The island was spared - but Longboat might not always be so lucky.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Snider |
  • November 18, 2025
This Lakewood Rancher has found success. Now he helps others do the same.

Grew up poor in a faltering communist country. Bullied in school. Served in combat zones as a U.S. Marine. Sold copiers. Eric Konovalov has done all that — and a lot more.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Roy |
  • May 20, 2010
City considers more job cuts

After cutting $8 million from fiscal year 2009-10 budget, the city will have to cut another $5 million next fiscal year. City officials say they will be forced to look at staffing numbers.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • October 6, 2011
County launches new energy-efficiency program

An online county initiative launched Monday has been designed to make it easier for residents to lower their utility bills.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • May 4, 2016
Tara Bridge talk resurfaces

Group forms to urge Manatee County to build a bridge that connects Honore Avenue and Tara Boulevard.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • December 2, 2015
GreyHawk Landing searches for pool potty crew

CDD supervisors are looking for individuals who vandalized the community pool.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 10, 2024
McNeal Elementary students honor veterans with parade

Lakewood Ranch High's band and color guard help McNeal students pay tribute to veterans.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • May 31, 2021
Resident starts program to connect students with industry giants

Global Innovators Academy encourages students to connect with innovators and write about the advice they receive.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By David Conway |
  • June 24, 2021
Parks board checks in on master plan progress

As the City Commission prepares to work on the 2022 budget, an advisory group wants an update on how the city is handling the goals it identified in a 2019 report.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • October 28, 2020
EYE ON BUSINESS: Atypical start to Lakewood Ranch delivery restaurant

Delivery restaurants now serving food at Lakewood Ranch brewery

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 11, 2012
Manufacturer breaks ground on international headquarters

IRISS, an infrared window manufacturer with facilities in the U.K., Australia and Bradenton, will be combining its U.K.-based manufacturing operation and its U.S. headquarters.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • July 4, 2012
SPARCC finds families temporary homes at Sun-N-Fun Resort

After an extermination left SPARCC without housing, Sun-N-Fun offered free private room and board.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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