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By Jay Heater |
October 23, 2025

DOGE witch-hunt haunts Manatee County

Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia's press conference smacks of a political ploy.

East County
Opinion

By Jack Nelson |
November 19, 2025

Sarasota High boys swimming returns to glory by winning state title

The Sailors overcame a coaching change to claim their fifth FHSAA state title in six years.

Sarasota
Sports

By Madison Bierl |
January 6, 2026

School choice selections now open in Manatee County schools

Families can apply for their children to attend an out-of-zone school through Jan. 31.

East County
Schools

By Matt Walsh |
August 28, 2024

Backlash and affirmation

Negative campaigning backfired in the Manatee primary, while Sarasota voters showed rejection of two incumbents and affirmation for two others.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Sidra Wali |
May 8, 2023

Reed Medical Group on Longboat expands

The medical group has added a variety of services on the island since it opened.

Longboat Key
Business

By Liz Ramos |
May 16, 2023

Lakewood Ranch High agriculture program beefs up labs

The school's agriculture lab underwent upgrades that double its beef barn and provide a new swine facility.

East County
Schools

By Mark Bergin and Nat Kaemmerer |
July 4, 2021

Longboat Key holds Fourth of July Freedom Fest and Parade

The "world's smallest parade" returned for its 18th rendition on Bay Isles Road.

Longboat Key
News

By The Breast Health Center at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center |
October 8, 2020

Is It Safe To Put Your Annual Mammogram On Hold? Seek Advice From Your Provider. Schedule a Mammogram

Health

Stigma Surrounding Mental Illness

Health

East County Athlete of the Week: Logan Veith

The Braden River golfer talks the state tournament and his love of social media.

East County
Sports

By Lakewood Ranch Medical Center |
November 11, 2021

Tackling Hip Replacement with a Trusted Team at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center

“Now, I’m going to appreciate every step I take.”

Health

Runners on Siesta Key raise funds for turtle conservation

The 37th annual Run for the Turtles raised more than $55,000.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Blake Fussell |
February 17, 2022

Improvements on the way to Siesta Key's Nora Patterson Park

The Nora Patterson Park Improvement Project began on Wednesday. A new observation deck and restroom facility are expected to be completed by the fall.

Sarasota
News

By Blake Fussell |
March 8, 2022

Siesta Key groups meet with Sarasota city leaders to discuss annexation

Save Siesta Key, among other groups, met with Mayor Eric Arroyo in February.

Siesta Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
June 14, 2022

Manager says Manatee County’s recycling program on solid ground

Although the city of Bradenton canceled its home recycling pickup, Manatee County says its program is going well.

East County
News

In Memoriam |
December 10, 2020

Carl Friedman, 78, of Longboat Key, FL, formerly of Stamford, CT, devoted husband, beloved father and adoring grandfather, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2020 after a short but mighty battle with glioblastoma. 