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  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • December 1, 2010
Fresh Pipes

Singer Rachel Assi is young, ambitious and happy to serenade you. Gloria Musicae's new chorus manager is ready to make an impression on Sarasota.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • September 7, 2016
Sex, Lies and Tennessee Williams: ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’

The Two Chairs Theatre Company’ s ‘Streetcar’ plays through Sept. 11.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Madison Bierl |
  • November 17, 2025
Manatee School District shares redrawn zoning maps, seeks feedback

The zones for elementary, middle and K-8 schools will be implemented in the 2026-2027 school year, while high school rezoning begins 2027-2028.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • September 10, 2014
Pat Pettit: Shape shifter

Furniture maker Pat Pettit is turning her old wood scraps into art.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • January 15, 2014
Family recovers after losing home

The Carmassis will rent another home while theirs is repaired from fire damage.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Su Byron |
  • November 8, 2024
6 sensational don't-miss shows this arts season

The arts scene is packed with captivating performances and cultural experiences in the coming months. Here are a few of our favorites.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 14, 2010
LAKEWOOD'S EYESORE

A charred home in Lakewood Ranch has been sitting as-is since it caught fire in 2008. Owners Sam and Chrissie Budd said they plan to rebuild the home after a lawsuit against their insurer closes.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • March 30, 2011
Meet FCCI's new CEO

One of the largest insurance firms on the Gulf Coast has a new leader for the first time since 1999. Expectations are high.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • January 25, 2021
St. Armands Key Lutheran Church returns to outdoor concerts

The church held its second concert of the year with The Romantics.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • October 30, 2021
Boo at the Bazaar makes for happy Halloween

The Bazaar at Apricot and Lime hosted its annual event with plenty of candy and festive decor.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • February 8, 2022
Temple Beth Israel celebrates supporters at dinner

The temple hosted a Shabbat dinner to recognize their donors from over the years.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Roy |
  • March 4, 2010
Three teens caught burglarizing Coral Cove home

The victims got the teens' license plate number as they allegedly drove away from the house. Deputies captured them just minutes later.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 13, 2012
Commissioners hosts day of services at Manatee animal shelter

Manatee County Commissioner Carol Whitmore more is seeking volunteers to help bathe dogs from Manatee Animals Services on Saturday.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 20, 2011
Longboat Key gets a new challenge

The Longboat Key Challenge 2011 will be the first local open-water race for rowers, scullers and human-powered water craft.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 15, 2011
FDOT to repair New Pass Bridge light

The signal that sits atop the New Pass Bridge, warning motorists when the bridge is about to go up, needs repaired on Monday.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Chef Judi Gallagher |
  • March 18, 2013
TWIS = This Week Is Savory

TWIS = This Week Is Savory

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Nicole Unger |
  • August 18, 2014
Day Trippin' — Sarasota Bayfront Park

Day Trippin' — Sarasota Bayfront Park

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • February 1, 2019
Guests learn about forgetfulness and aging

The Salon Series Luncheon was hosted Jan. 31 at Designing Women Boutique.

  • Black Tie
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 13, 2019
A mix of cocktails and concern in Lakewood Ranch

ALS fundraiser draws crowd to the Grove in Lakewood Ranch to support A Life Story Foundation.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 8, 2019
It's time for sweethearts at Willis Elementary in Lakewood Ranch

Valentine's ball features music, dancing and doughnuts.

  • East County
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