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  • By Jenifer C. Back DMD |
  • November 1, 2019
The Truth about Gum Disease

The Truth about Gum Disease

  • Health
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Four-year-old Casio will be among the K-9 deputies trained near Braden River High School and Manatee Technical Institute. Photo by Amanda Sebastiano
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • October 29, 2014
Law enforcement trains for furry companions

A new training location will show nearby students the four-legged side of law enforcement - K-9 deputies.

  • East County
  • News
File photo. The Cortez Bridge connects mainland Manatee County to Bradenton Beach.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 8, 2014
Issues to Watch 2014: Cortez Bridge

The new year won't bring a new Cortez Bridge, but it will bring traffic delays that come with a $4 million repair project that's scheduled to begin April 28 and be completed in early 2015.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The county landfill will increase to 200 feet in some portions, which will add 15 years to the lifespan.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • October 14, 2020
County landfill to increase to 200 feet

The height expansion will add 15 years to the life of the landfill.

  • Sarasota
  • News
David "Watchdog" Miner, a former staple at school board meetings, finally accepted his seat on the dais and said he will continue to push for openness and accountability.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • November 28, 2012
Dave Miner maintains 'watchdog' status from dais

The new Manatee County School Board member and longtime district critic admits his role will change.

  • East County
  • News
Courtesy. Joe Seidensticker is leading a revival of the Libby's brand.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 18, 2018
Prominent restaurant undergoes significant renovation

A mainstay restaurant in Southside Village, Libby’s Café & Bar, is getting a major renovation this summer — kicking off a revival of the decade-old brand. Owners plan to re-introduce Libby’s Café & Bar by October.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Eric Garwood |
  • October 12, 2019
St. Armands goes British for Jaguar car show

About 85 sports cars, sedans and other machines attracted a crowd.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A.J. Jacobs just released his third book in a series. Photo courtesy of Michael Cogliantri.
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • July 3, 2012
Aerobic Grandma: A good read that's good for your health

Books about health and fitness are not generally "fun reads." "Drop Dead Healthy - One Man's Humble Quest for Bodily Perfection" is the delightful exception.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 10, 2015
Urbanite Theatre lifts curtain on inaugural season lineup

Urbanite Theatre lifts curtain on inaugural season lineup

  • Arts + Culture
The Downtown Improvement District believes gateway signs will make the neighborhood more identifiable for visitors.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 8, 2017
DID scales back gateway sign plans

City planning staff raised a series of concerns about the Downtown Improvement District’s idea to install signs welcoming visitors to the area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
2015 AJC Human Relations Award honorees Jean Weidner and Alfred Goldstein. Photo by Heather Merriman.
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • March 4, 2015
Black Tie & Tales

Catch up on this week's social news with Black Tie & Tales.

  • Black Tie
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • July 21, 2010
Arts anchor (WITH VIDEO)

Sarasota radio host Lynne Bernfield has delved into the minds and hearts of Sarasota's most beloved artists and entertainers.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 8, 2012
More employees linked to scandal

An investigation into the city's Information Technology Department has implicated more unnamed city of Sarasota employees.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 13, 2015
County seeks plans for Main Street property

Sarasota County has released another invitation to negotiate to buy the county-owned parcel at the intersection of North Washington Boulevard and Main Street.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By The Insider |
  • March 30, 2012
SARASOTA FILM FESTIVAL: Exclusive Interview with ARCADIA director Olivia Silver!

SARASOTA FILM FESTIVAL: Exclusive Interview with ARCADIA director Olivia Silver!

  • Arts + Culture
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center CEO Andy Guz joins Doctor's Hospital of Sarasota COO Peter Hemstead and Sarasota Memorial Healthcare System COO Lorrie Liang for a panel discussion on healthcare Oct. 23 in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 30, 2019
Healthy competition in store for Lakewood Ranch area hospitals

Sarasota, Manatee county hospitals plan for growth in Lakewood Ranch area.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • March 25, 2021
Three who put town first

Spoll, Daly, Zunz step away from the Town Commission having played a role in making Longboat Key a model for good government.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Source: Steven Polzin, Center for Urban Transportation Research at the University of South Florida
  • By Adrian Moore |
  • November 2, 2017
The role of transit in Sarasota

It might make sense to offer transit vouchers for ride-sharing and paratransit services.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Michael Hein, the former city manager of Tucson, Ariz., was selected as the town’s new assistant town manager last week.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 16, 2015
Bullock selects new assistant town manager

Michael Hein, the former city manager of Tucson, Ariz., will start his job with the town of Longboat Key in January.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ryan Butler |
  • October 20, 2017
Sarasota named one of the happiest cities in the U.S.

National Geographic ranked the North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton region as the 14th happiest in the country.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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