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Interim superintendent Kevin Chapman's contract was finalized in a special board meeting May 29. He will be interim until January 5, 2026 or whenever the school board hires someone in his place.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • July 18, 2025
Exciting school year ahead for Manatee schools

Interim Superintendent Kevin Chapman says new schools, student achievement strides spark enthusiasm in the new school year.

  • East County
  • Schools
Mallory Park embraces all things eerie in October.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 22, 2025
Mallory Park of Lakewood Ranch turns creepy — in a good way

The normally quaint neighborhood turns haunted for Halloween.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
For the serious cyclist, staying in top condition is the best reason for why they enjoy the type of extreme exercise.
  • By Mirabai Holland |
  • September 15, 2025
The exercise you choose should be about pleasure, not a chore

It's important to find a physical activity you like or at least don’t hate and pursue it with pleasure.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Gov. Ron DeSantis announces July 25 that Manatee County will be audited by the DOGE Task Force.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • July 28, 2025
Manatee County welcomes audit by Florida DOGE Task Force

Auditors will visit Manatee County in August to review its spending.

  • East County
  • News
Brady Cleveland of Out-of-Door Academy football poses for a photo. The wide receiver/defensive back is averaging 24.2 yards per catch through four games this season.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • September 16, 2025
East County Athlete of the Week: Brady Cleveland

Brady Cleveland has dictated The Out-of-Door Academy football's passing game as a sophomore

  • East County
  • Sports
The district makes sure students are served fruit and vegetables along with protein.
  • 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
Longboat Key resident Audrey Bear is adamantly against changing the name of Gulf of Mexico Drive, calling it a “vanity project” that would cause a major hassle for older residents who live on the road.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • October 15, 2025
GMD renaming would require homework from residents, businesses

Paperwork, addresses and bills will all need updates if Longboat Key changes the name of Gulf of Mexico Drive.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Makenzie Legg, Zachary McClellan and Isabella Rubal are teaching at Gilbert W. McNeal Elementary, which is the very elementary school they attended as children.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • October 15, 2025
Three former McNeal Elementary students return as educators

Zachary McClellan, Bella Rubal and Makenzie Legg once walked the halls of McNeal as students, but now they are taking inspiration from previous teachers to make a difference for students of their own.

  • East County
  • Schools
Construction takes place on Wellen Park High School on May 7.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 14, 2025
Construction projects are on the move in Sarasota's schools

As the school year approaches, the Sarasota school district progresses on several high-profile construction projects.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Shoppers and diners have returned to St. Armands Circle a year after the devastation wrought by hurricanes Helene and Milton.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 16, 2025
Storm-weary businesses anticipate return to normal season

Sarasota's tourism destinations are polished up, opened up and ready for snowbirds and visitors one year after hurricanes cost businesses the 2024-25 season.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
From his Plymouth Harbor condo, Newman enjoys a sweeping view of Sarasota Bay — and a life rich in stories, family and photography.
  • By Eric Snider |
  • October 30, 2025
Photography has done more than keep Lou Newman busy. It's kept him young.

From polar bears in the Arctic to pelicans on Lido Beach, Lou Newman has spent the last two decades capturing the world through his lens.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lake Manatee K-8 is the biggest and most well known construction project. The elementary part of the school will open in August, with the middle school set to open the following school year.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • July 13, 2025
3 major construction projects are almost finished for Manatee schools

Along with the new Lake Manatee K-8, the other two projects will increase capacity for students and help with overcrowding.

  • East County
  • Schools
Rachel Ghormley says Euphemia Haye has been a family favorite on Longboat for decades.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • October 30, 2025
Beloved Longboat restaurant continues legacy with new owners

The new owners of longtime local landmark Euphemia Haye aim to maintain the newfound momentum since taking over earlier this year. "There is a lot of love we are putting into this," says one co-owner.

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Will Thomas follows through on an approach shot at the Qdoba Tournament of Champions on Oct. 3 in Davenport. The sophomore is in his first year on varsity for the new-look Mustangs.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • October 8, 2025
Lakewood Ranch High boys golf team looking to take the next step

After placing second in the state the past two years, the Mustangs have high hopes despite heavy graduation losses.

  • East County
  • Sports
Devin Mignery stands on the field during Cardinal Mooney football's pregame warm-ups. The senior quarterback is headed to Stanford next fall, but has yet to start in 2025.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • September 24, 2025
Devin Mignery, amid injuries, commits to Stanford football

The Cardinal Mooney senior quarterback has pushed onward despite multiple setbacks

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
A flyover of Interstate 75 is planned near the water tower to relieve traffic congestion at UTC, but the project continues to drag along.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 30, 2025
Is a traffic apocalypse nearing at UTC?

Officials need to speed up steps to increase access to the popular area.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Agencies join forces to promote Sarasota County's vibrant lifestyle
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • September 4, 2025
Agencies join forces to promote Sarasota County's vibrant lifestyle

Representatives of Visit Sarasota County, Economic Development Corporation and Arts Alliance educate commissioners on how they collaborate resources.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Helios, a Bare-Eyed Cockatoo at Save Our Seabirds, quite literally dives headfirst into enjoying the new enrichment toy he received through the avian rescue center's new Beaks and Boxes campaign.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • October 8, 2025
New donation program keeps birds engaged at Save Our Seabirds

With its new Beaks and Boxes program, Save Our Seabirds invites fans near and far to give enrichment toys to feathered friends.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The view of the first hole from behind the fairway bunkers at The Concession.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 21, 2025
The Concession lands Senior PGA Championship for 3 years, starting in 2026

The Lakewood Ranch course has played host to previous high-profile events.

  • East County
  • Sports
Elisha DeMassa's husband Michael DeMassa, Janine Lebano and Sue McGregor
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • September 25, 2025
The Bay Sarasota group starts new run and walk club

The Bay's new club offers both run and walk routes, attempting to appeal to all ages and abilities.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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