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Results for: Vanity Wagon Discount Code “AVA”– Save Up To 40% on All Orders

  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • April 1, 2013
Sheriff's Office cites 11 stores for underage sales

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office conducted an undercover operation from March 11 through March 29.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • August 19, 2025
This Publix bakery staple has been creating confectionary delights for 20 years

Sara Stone is nearing her 20-year anniversary of doing some edible, yet mostly behind the scenes, work: creating and baking some of Lakewood Ranch's tastiest cakes.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 10, 2023
Longboat Island Chapel hosts Ukrainian Easter for refugees

The Danube International Company threw an Easter party on April 8 in the chapel's garden.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • May 27, 2024
Sarasota filmmaker follows female friendship in 'Guy Friends'

The film by Jonathan Smith premieres May 31 in Sarasota, New York and Los Angeles.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 9, 2012
County won't add code enforcement officer

Sarasota County Planning and Development Services Executive Director Rob Lewis said overtime weekend hours to police the noise ordinance are being considered.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • March 11, 2026
Town seeks to condemn, demolish 'Half Moon House'

The seawall that gives the Half Moon House its name lies in pieces, and the pilings lifting the house above the beach have visible wear.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • August 10, 2020
Longboat Key's public beach parking remains closed for at least two more weeks

Public beach parking, town facilities and many amenities will remain closed because of concerns about COVID-19.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • February 5, 2014
Technology exec's success has grown organically

Getting friendly with competitors is anathema to many executives. But one well-traveled decision maker has found a way to turn business rivalries into advantages.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • October 1, 2014
DSA looks to Nashville for lessons on new code

The Downtown Sarasota Alliance hosted a lecture from a Nashville head planner to learn about the process of implementing a form-based code and fostering growth.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 16, 2011
Library checks out options for monetary assistance

The Longboat Library will make a presentation at the Town Commission's Feb. 17 regular workshop meeting.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • February 1, 2018
Commission puts off Siesta Key zoning discussion

Before considering the possibility of new setback rules, commissioners ask for more guidance.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • April 27, 2023
Power lines targeted for removal before peak hurricane season

The town of Longboat Key hopes poles and power lines can be removed by August to avoid hurricane damages.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 21, 2025
Bobby Jones Golf Club helps fill area's public golf void

With fewer options for public golf locally, the city of Sarasota's Bobby Jones Golf Club offers a private club experience accessible to all.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Caleb Motsinger |
  • August 13, 2014
Kiwanis Club awards record 37 scholarships

Committees selected students from 135 local applicants to receive 22 academic and 15 technical scholarships.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • April 19, 2021
Turtle walks begin ahead of Longboat Key turtle season

Sometimes, turtles arrive before May 1, but that may not happen this year with chillier Gulf waters.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Samantha Chaney |
  • April 25, 2019
Lack of ladder truck sparks fire concerns on Siesta Key

One of the county’s ladder trucks is just minutes away from Siesta Key, but remains flexible enough to serve a wider area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • December 6, 2019
Five Points Park lights up for the holidays

Sarasota opens holiday season with a tree lighting in Five Points Park.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • March 29, 2016
All Faiths evolves with Campaign Against Summer Hunger

Campaign Against Summer Hunger aims to feed 10% more or 30,000 children this year.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • May 4, 2021
City scraps plans for mask ordinance

An executive order from Gov. Ron DeSantis rendered consideration of a mask mandate moot, the city attorney said.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 6, 2014
Sarasota County bags Sunday booze ban

On Wednesday, Sarasota County commissioners unanimously approved an ordinance amending the County Code to allow alcohol sales before noon on Sundays.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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