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Results for: Cityfurnish App Referral code "CF6201271388" Get 500rs Bonus

  • By Katie Johns |
  • December 21, 2016
Longboat Key shines bright with holiday lights

We spent hours looking for the best holiday lights, and thankfully, 11 spots got us in the holiday spirit.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 10, 2015
Seacroft already 40% committed

Models in Seacroft, in County Club East, sold before the community's March grand opening.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • December 26, 2013
Rosemary explores higher density

The proposed Rosemary Residential Overlay District would allow for higher-density housing developments in the area, which the city believes will spur much-anticipated growth.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kelsey Grau |
  • January 21, 2014
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Get Moving at the Community Park

Take advantage of this beautiful weather at one of the community parks on Longboat Key! Between the nature trails and expansive playgrounds, the park is a welcoming place for the whole family.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • July 10, 2015
Correct forward head posture with exercises

Keep your head up and improve posture by trying these moves.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Scott Lockwood |
  • December 3, 2021
Inconsistent cell coverage frustrates some Lakewood Ranch residents

Some residents still making waves about Lakewood Ranch area cell phone coverage. Verizon, AT&T say they have future plans that will improve cell phone coverage in the Lakewood Ranch area.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 22, 2025
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe swings for the 'Fences'

WBTT's production of August Wilson's Pulitzer-winning play knocks it out of the park.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • October 17, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Get Crackin'

Saturday, Oct. 15 was the first day of stone crab season. Moore's Stone Crab Restaurant caught a few that day and is expecting to have more next weekend.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 30, 2010
Swimmer makes splash with WaveRunners

After posting YMCA National Times in the 50 and 100 freestyles, Shannon McCarthy will compete in the YMCA Sectional Meet.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • June 8, 2020
Artist Kim McAninch is learning how to bring her art to Longboat Key

The artist recently decided to buy a home on the Key and takes inspiration from its coast.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 8, 2017
Friendship, generosity key to Braden River running back's ascension

He moved in with his friend's family in April, and has excelled.

  • East County
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  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • November 4, 2015
Manatee County teachers, aids receive raises

For the first time in seven years, every Manatee County School District teacher is receiving a salary increase.

  • East County
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  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 25, 2026
Shred Stock recycling event collects 5 tons of paper, 3,364 pounds of electronics

This year, the drive-thru shredding event added electronics recycling while continuing to raise awareness of identity theft and fraud.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • January 25, 2011
Florida Public Relations Association meeting gets social

The Central West Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Associations held its first meeting of the year Tuesday, Jan. 25, at the Sarasota Yacht Club.

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  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • October 6, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Love Letterbox

While "snail mail" may not be the quickest way to get in touch with someone, most everyone does love getting a visit from the mailman with a card or a package from a loved one.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 1, 2024
Esplanade women to host fundraiser to support 10-year-old girl with cancer

Proceeds from a benefit cocktail party will support the Sarasota girl through the nonprofit Love McKinley.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 22, 2010
Town manager favors sand over breakwaters

Town Manager Bruce St. Denis told the president of a condominium association it's his goal to get as much sand as possible in the area.

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