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  • By David Conway |
  • September 2, 2015
In many roles, Bob Johnson worked to improve Sarasota

Bob Johnson, a former state legislator and an active supporter of numerous local institutions, died Monday at 80.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Scott Lockwood |
  • December 28, 2021
Manatee County infrastructure, parks top commissioners' agendas for 2022

After Manatee County commissioners set the "groundwork" in 2021, they say plans will be put into motion in 2022.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 2, 2024
Construction speeds forward on Mote SEA with 2025 expected opening

Mote Science Education Aquarium construction should be complete around Thanksgiving with doors of the facility near University Town Center and Nathan Benderson Park opening in February 2025.

  • East County
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  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 8, 2025
Emerging technology ecosystem is an SPD 'game changer'

Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche credits law enforcement of the future for the reduction in crime rates and promises more to come.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • September 17, 2025
Manatee schools try to stay 'on trend' when it comes to student meals

Students are served popular items for breakfast and lunch but with slightly different — and healthier — ingredients.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • April 6, 2026
Blu Kouzina adds its Greek flavor at University Town Center

With a focus on fresh ingredients and making customers feel at home, Blu Kouzina hopes to win over East County patrons.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • December 25, 2025
Riverview High baseball mentors next generation

The Rams' longtime partnership with Southside Elementary School is centered around learning, fun and building connections.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Adrian Moore, Geoffrey Lawrence, Madison Carlino |
  • August 16, 2023
AG Moody tries to snuff weed

Florida’s attorney general is trying to prevent voters from deciding whether the state should legalize recreational marijuana for adults.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Jessi Smith |
  • February 7, 2012
Sarasota County Ordinance Cracks Down on Minors in Bars

Sarasota County Ordinance Cracks Down on Minors in Bars

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By David Conway |
  • March 3, 2020
City OKs mixed-use zoning for commercial sites

Despite disagreement about an affordable housing provision, the city approved regulations it hopes will spur redevelopment of older commercial centers such as Midtown Plaza.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 21, 2017
Land offer makes a splash

County could buy sports campus, plus adjacent 36 acres for $5.2 million.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 9, 2026
Senior public housing expansion remains $4 million short

With $8 million already pledged for public parking, the Sarasota City Commission declines adding $4 million for SHA's McCown Towers funding gap.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eric Snider |
  • August 17, 2023
This home collection of jukeboxes is a museum-worthy experience

When a jukebox in a store window caught Vickie Compton’s eye, she had to have it. That led to four decades of collecting and restoring them with her husband, Rodger.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • July 21, 2021
Longboat Key sees dozens of home rebuilds since January 2020

Demolishing and rebuilding is one way Longboaters can live in their idea of paradise.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 6, 2022
Manatee County's Capital Improvement Plan budget swells

A 50% increase in some projects is written into the budget estimate, with transportation taking the top priority.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 28, 2023
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Connor Heald

The Cardinal Mooney basketball player scored 39 points in a FABC camp game June 18.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 28, 2020
Small Business Saturday a big hit for St. Armands shops

Local stores welcomed customers in with hope for a strong holiday season.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 18, 2020
Grant leads to Willis Elementary's plants in Lakewood Ranch

Willis Elementary teacher receives Splash! grant to grow a garden by the school's new addition.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 29, 2023
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Luis Castaneda

The Riverview High thrower is tops in Class 4A in the discus (171 feet, 11 inches) as of March 28.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 3, 2023
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Rosemary Selke

The Cardinal Mooney sophomore won the girls 800-meter race at the Cougars' track and field district meet.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
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