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Dane Spencer and Gail Hustedde wanted their home to be as much about the outdoors as the indoors. Photo by Greg Wilson.
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • January 16, 2013
Home of the Month: Garden House

This mid-century modern ranch home offers its owners indoor and outdoor living, as well as plenty of space to create their art.

  • Arts + Culture
Every third grade teacher has made their new classroom their own. Joanne Sollazzo decorated hers with a cow theme. The teachers were able to move into the new addition over winter break.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 27, 2021
Teachers thrilled with Gene Witt addition

Eight classroom addition increases teaching opportunities at Gene Witt Elementary.

  • East County
  • News
Faust DeLazzer, a science teacher at Lakewood Ranch High School, asks his students if they're prepared for their exam.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 2, 2021
The final bell for Lakewood Ranch High couple

Two Lakewood Ranch High teachers retire from education after 46 years.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 4, 2009
Bruce Williams relaunches Lakewood home sales

President Britt Williams said the company plans to build two spec models in Greenbrook later this month.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 2, 2020
No reservation about reserves?

Manatee County defends reserves policies.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • April 22, 2020
Sarasota schools plan to honor senior class, host postponed graduation

COVID-19 caused the district to close schools and cancel many end-of-the-year events, but the district hopes to host graduations and dances in July.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Flynn Finner, with his wife, Barbara Finner, carries his shofar, which he blows to celebrate how God has healed him.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 8, 2020
Manatee County couple shares their story of faith

Husband's 37 years of alcoholism ends after having a dream.

  • East County
  • News
An independent contractor will inspect Armstrong's home in the 2900 block of Gulf of Mexico Drive and report back to the town's acting building official.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 16, 2012
Town could settle Armstrong suit this week

The Longboat Key Town Commission will consider a settlement agreement with resident James Armstrong at a special meeting Thursday.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch is known for keeping kids busy with its assortment of sports programs, but now it is going to offer a movie night.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 7, 2016
Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch hosts movie night

'The Sandlot' is the first kids-friendly offering on Sept. 30.

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch football game moved to Thursday.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 28, 2019
Lakewood Ranch football game moved to Thursday

The change was made because of expected inclement weather in Englewood.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • October 17, 2018
Local amendments

Our recommendations on local questions.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • September 30, 2019
Church of the Redeemer extends blessing to pets

The church held its annual Blessing of the Animals on Sept. 29.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Mariela Shaker has recently performed and spoken at the White House, Pentagon, United Nations, Arab American Institute and more. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 20, 2019
Violinist Mariela Shaker to share survivor's song at Church of the Redeemer

Syrian refugee Mariela Shaker uses her violin to spread awareness and a message of respect.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • February 10, 2020
All Angels by the Sea gathers parishioners for annual meeting

The members discussed the past and future over brunch.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Fitbits promote a 10,000 step goal, but some residents use them for much more than that.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • February 21, 2019
Reaching daily Fitbit nirvanna

Sarasota residents reflect on their Fitbit challenges and if 10,000 steps is all it's cracked up to be.

  • Health
East County businessman Mac Carraway says the committee came to the "inescapable conclusion" that funding is needed to take care of the county's growing infrastructure needs.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 4, 2016
Advisory board says half-cent sales tax is best solution

Committee unanimously recommends a sales tax to fund county's infrastructure needs.

  • East County
  • News
Naughty Monk Brewery co-owner Joe Eibler he worries what will happen if his business is not allowed to reopen soon.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 13, 2020
Bartenders' only tip: Hang tough in Lakewood Ranch

Manatee County bars, gyms wait while other businesses bring in revenue.

  • East County
  • News
Jim Brown
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • December 5, 2018
Brown has contributed far more than his share

Veteran commissioner withdraws from re-election bid.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Katie Cunningham and Erik Meixelsperger. Photo by Gary W. Sweetman.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • August 14, 2017
Theater review: 'Double Indemnity'

Dog Days production of “Double Indemnity” investigates murder and morality in faithful adaptation of James M. Cain’s classic.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • December 15, 2011
Yard debris a violation on streets, in canals

Code enforcement said Sarasota staff can use photos of violations to cite offenders.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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