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

  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • September 17, 2024
Hotel staff concerned about man who left suddenly with 2 'call girls' still in room

The staff said the man appeared intoxicated and left all of his belongings in his room with the two women. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 22, 2024
ODA football uses spring season to reload

The Thunder program wants back-to-back SSAA titles, and the journey begins now.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 12, 2024
Manatee Community Concert Band kicks off a new season

The Manatee Community Concert Band is open to all ages and skill levels, but members must read sheet music.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 17, 2023
The search continues for a new Manatee County administrator

Municipal recruiting firm Colin Baenziger & Associates will be conducting a national search for Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 11, 2023
Braden River Elementary principal supports students and teachers

Recently named School District of Manatee County’s Principal of the Year, Joshua Bennett makes his mark by transforming schools and supporting students and teachers.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 9, 2024
The Bay pledges no Phase 2 overspending

Despite rising costs, Founding CEO AG Lafley told the Bay Park Improvement Board that it will not overspend the $48 million public portion of construction.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 20, 2024
Planning Board backs plan to trade height for historic preservation

The plan to allow owners of historic structures to sell development rights now goes before the Sarasota City Commission with requests for additional considerations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • November 20, 2024
Climate Adaptation Center focuses annual conference on human health

At the Climate Adaptation Center's fourth annual Florida Climate Conference, climate and medical experts spoke about how climate change impacts human health.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 24, 2025
Pass the turkey, and the thanks during a special holiday

Lakewood Ranch has so much contributors who make our home a great place to live.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • October 14, 2025
As Manatee County looks to grow ferry, Longboat stop discussed

Longboat Key leaders see a potential traffic benefit from the Gulf Islands Ferry but no suitable location for a stop on the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • December 1, 2025
Arriving at the punchline can be a difficult journey

Lakewood Ranch comedian Harris Pierce can laugh at the tough road to success in his business.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • December 16, 2025
Essay contest winners named by VFW Post 12055 Braden River

Of the seven winners for this year's Voice of Democracy essay contest, six of them are Braden River High School students, and five are part of JROTC.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 11, 2026
When it comes to the blues festival, we blew it in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch Blues Festival promoter says he will move the festival to G.T. Bray for 2026.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • March 18, 2026
Lakewood Ranch nonprofit soccer program is tops

TOPSoccer offers fun and camaraderie to children with intellectual, emotional and physical disabilities.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • January 5, 2026
Impactful moments loom for East County's sports landscape in 2026

There's plenty of reasons for local sports enthusiasts to be excited about the year ahead.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 15, 2026
Lakewood Ranch volunteer puts her second heart to good use

After receiving a heart transplant, Sue Ann Miller has gone on to volunteer for several nonprofits, including LifeLink of Florida.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 15, 2026
St. Armands visioning wraps up, but more work remains

Following two public workshop sessions, Sarasota city staff now has its list of priorities as planning and projects for a more resilient St. Armands Circle continue.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eric Snider |
  • March 31, 2026
Siesta Key resident helps others embrace their inner beach babe

Judy Johnson has the perfect antidote to a busy day: Putting her feet in the water. "I see sharks and dolphins on a regular basis. And a million sunsets."

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 1, 2026
A staple of Longboat Key for over 40 years, Harry's Continental Kitchens keeps it fresh

This Longboat Key landmark blends Old World cuisine, family tradition and a commitment to hospitality.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 8, 2026
Manatee Technical College flying into SRQ with new aviation program

The Aviation Maintenance Technician School is on schedule to open in January 2027.

  • East County
  • Schools
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