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  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • May 4, 2017
Sarasota woman pens #ThatAwkwardMom comic

For this mom, the message is in the messes.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Rosemary District residents David Lough and Debbie Trice show off concept images developed for a park near the intersection of Central Avenue and Boulevard of the Arts, part of an ongoing effort to create a park in the community.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 5, 2020
Rosemary District continues push for parkland

The city agreed to pursue the purchase of property in the neighborhood, but a deal is not yet finalized.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Tree of Knowledge Park at the center of town plays host to several vendors during Arcadia antique fairs.
  • By Grier Ferguson |
  • August 15, 2019
‘Get a good glass of sweet tea, relax, and enjoy the shopping’

A day trip to go antiquing in Arcadia is the perfect way to step into the past — and score some exciting finds.

  • LWR Life
Manatee County Sheriff'         s Office deputies seek information on the whereabouts of Alan Baily, 17.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 21, 2017
Murder in Lakewood Ranch not considered a random killing

Second suspect in Greenbrook Park killing still at large.

  • East County
  • News
Ned Jewitt has repaired his seawall for years.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • May 2, 2018
Longboat residents push for higher seawalls

A proposed allowance of 1 1/2 feet in height is not enough to protect properties from intensified storm surges and predicted sea level rise.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Alexander Figueroa is a retired Army sergeant Major who now is an Army instructor at Braden River High School.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 21, 2019
Our Precious Freedoms: Alexander Figueroa

Army sergeant major and JROTC instructor helps young people understand their freedoms.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Zach Shotwell, originally from Colorado, never thought he'd spend so much time in Florida, but happily returns to his theatrical family at FST.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • December 9, 2015
Stagedoor: Zach Shotwell

Once a Florida Studio Theatre apprentice, Shotwell is back for a shot at the main stage.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
“Mystic Searches” began as Joe Granato’s (left) childhood fantasy. With Austin McKinley (right) and a team of others, he turned the video game into a reality, capturing the 8-bit feel of the 1980s games he grew up playing.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • March 1, 2017
Sarasota artists bring childhood video-game dreams to life — in all their 8-bit glory

The video game was a childhood fantasy. Steeped in digital constraints, Joe Granato’s quest made it reality.

  • Arts + Culture
Actors perform in FST’s production of The Velveteen Rabbit in 2016. Photo courtesy  Matthew Holler.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • November 4, 2020
Sarasota theaters partner to bring arts education to students

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and Florida Studio Theatre are bringing free arts programming to Sarasota County School students.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Michael Drake, president of the Longboat Key Historical Society, says the society has had the funds to begin renovating its historical cottages. But it needs $450,000 to buy the land.
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • December 12, 2018
The gift of a lifetime for LBK

An open letter to Santa.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
The principal of the school is Angela Hodges Lindsey.
  • By Andrew Atkins |
  • June 5, 2019
Ready for the opening bell in Lakewood Ranch

Mona Jain Middle School will feature technology unique in Florida.

  • East County
  • Schools
Sarasota leaders are expected to discuss the Fruitville Road project's best options on April 15. Longboat leaders plan to be there.
  • By David Conway and Eric Garwood |
  • April 2, 2019
Longboat leaders try to head off Sarasota's 'road diet' plan

Commissioners plan special meeting to consider ways to oppose Fruitville Road remake.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A protest of the Ringling Walmart is planned for Dec. 29.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • December 18, 2012
Group plans tar-and-feather Walmart protest

According to Anti-SRQ Walmart's facebook page, the protest is planned for Dec. 29.

  • Sarasota
  • News
In the highlight of his military career, John Zorack sat in the presidential reviewing stand with President Richard Nixon at Nixon's 1962 inauguration.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • March 13, 2013
Your Neighbor: John Zorack

John Zorack remembers everything so that his grandchildren never wonder, "What did Grandpa do?"

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The condo at 623 Cedars Court that Longboat Key Police Department have seized.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • December 6, 2017
Longboat's pursuit of property doesn’t sit well with everyone

Some Longboat Key residents don’t like the town’s move against voyeurism suspect’s condo on Cedars Court.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Child Hunger Summit keynote speaker Florida Surgeon General and Secretary of Health Dr. Celeste Philip.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • September 27, 2016
All Faiths focuses on child hunger

All Faiths Food Bank invites community leaders to partner for child hunger initiatives during 2016 Child Hunger Summit.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Emily Martin was one of several soloists at “An Afternoon of Operetta.” Courtesy photo
  • By Edward Alley |
  • May 13, 2019
Artist Series, Choral Artists and opera provide musical Mother's Day weekend

Performers from several professional arts organizations in the area provided memorable Mother's Day weekend entertainment last weekend.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
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  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • March 5, 2019
Van Wezel announces 50th anniversary season subscriptions

From ‘Book of Mormon’ to Academy of St Martin in the Fields with Joshua Bell, there’s something for all tastes next season.

  • Arts + Culture
Lakewood Ranch High senior Richie Morales steps up to the plate. Baseball is one of the sports on hold for the foreseeable future.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 1, 2020
East County high schools feel effects of sports stoppage

Three athletic directors talk the impact of not hosting events and more.

  • East County
  • Sports
This pictures shows the Myara property from the western end of Clubhouse Drive. The road currently dead ends at the property.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 9, 2017
Vote may block future road on Myara property

Commissioners vote 4-3 to have proposed road removed from future plans.

  • East County
  • News
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