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Results for: Reliable Standard Heating & Air is recognized as the best HVAC company for emergency AC repair.

  • By Niki Kottmann & Katie Johns |
  • January 16, 2018
Key Notes: 'Siesta Key' Episode 11 Recap

The winter premiere of "Siesta Key" tells us Kelsey and Garrett are clearly not over each other, Brandon is gross and the new guy is hot.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • June 19, 2024
For Sarasota school board

After four years of culture wars, the fallout from COVID and changing to a new superintendent, the school board needs stability and consistency.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 13, 2010
Black belt trains for U.S. National Team

Braden River High School sophomore Paige Oswald received her second-degree black belt in martial arts at the end of this past year.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Shellie Terry |
  • November 21, 2019
Lakewood Ranch is getting cooler than ice with new rink

With the help of The Lightning Foundation, Manatee County adds another sweet amenity to Lakewood Ranch’s outdoor recreation bag in the form of an in-line hockey rink.

  • LWR Life
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 16, 2018
Mustangs coach tackles concussions

New helmet technology provided by Riddell's InSite Training Tool (ITT) will allow the Lakewood Ranch High football program to monitor each player for head injuries.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • August 21, 2013
The Bridge: Bayfront icon bridges resident relationships

Ten years ago, when the new John Ringling Causeway Bridge was built, it stirred up the community.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • August 29, 2013
It's a bird, it's a plane ...

Efforts to limit the chance of collisions between birds and aircraft at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport are working, according to FAA data.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 23, 2025
Bikers ride through downtown to honor cyclist victims of roadway accidents

The annual Ride of Silence is held by Sarasota Manatee Bicycle Club and the Village Idiots Cycling Club.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 10, 2010
In Memoriam

Longboat Key lost many friends, neighbors and members of its community during the summer. Here, we remember those who have died, listed in the chronological order of their deaths.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 13, 2023
Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch to host fashion show

The Divas and Dogs event at Lakewood Ranch Country Club will raise money for the nonprofit's general expenses while a grant helps pay for medical expenses.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • March 20, 2023
Local leaders agree: Steps need to be taken to combat red tide

Longboat Key town commissioners met with Rep. Vern Buchanan and other local leaders to discuss the current red tide outbreak and steps to lessen its impacts in the future.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 7, 2022
Lakewood Ranch High student accepted in Disney Dreamers Academy

Khushi Talluru, a freshman, will pursue her dream of becoming a doctor with the help of Disney Dreamers Academy.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • November 30, 2022
Still to come: Town to tackle new projects

Implementing a canal maintenance program and replacing deteriorating pipes are among projects starting in the new year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 23, 2010
Brown: 'This is our island'

The Longboat Key Town Commission agreed to allow Town Manager Bruce St. Denis to do whatever it takes to keep oil off Longboat Key's shoreline and its nearby waterways.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • January 23, 2020
Tourist Development Council expects slower gains

Because money is being diverted to pay for capital projects, there is less available money to market Sarasota County

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 29, 2018
Traffic worries emerge for Windsong residents in east Bradenton

Upper Manatee River Road development triggers traffic concerns.

  • East County
  • 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 Jay Heater |
  • June 1, 2016
BRAKES instructors a driving force in teen safety

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 7, 2017
Interchange work shifts into gear

New design at S.R. 64 will improve safety.

  • East County
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • March 3, 2016
Key leaders question Fruitville redesign plans

As the city works to create a more pedestrian-friendly atmosphere along Fruitville Road, barrier island residents are wondering how changes might impact their traffic conditions.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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