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  • By David Conway |
  • May 7, 2015
DID eyes Rosemary, condos for expansion

The Downtown Improvement District is honing in on new areas of the city to incorporate into its boundaries.

  • Sarasota
  • News
'Downton Abbey' comes to town
  • By June LeBell |
  • January 8, 2014
Tidbites

'Downton Abbey' comes to town; Sarasota wins coveted awards; The Blue Rooster crows; and A special New Year's treat for our readers.

  • Arts + Culture
The project will widen the roadway to two in each direction from the Fort Hamer Bridge to S.R. 64.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 29, 2023
Fort Hamer Bridge corridor improvements on the way

After widening Upper Manatee River Road, county officials will move quickly to build a new span next to the existing Fort Hamer Bridge.

  • East County
  • News
School Board of Manatee County members Richard Tatem, Chad Choate, Charlie Kennedy, Cindy Spray and Heather Felton are ready to serve the School District of Manatee County.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 20, 2024
New Manatee County School Board members primed for the post

Board members say they are focused on learning more about each other while prioritizing areas such as early literacy.

  • East County
  • Schools
The Unit A801 condominium at 415 L’Ambiance Drive sold for $6.7 million. Built in 1992, it has three bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths and 3,220 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 15, 2026
Top residential real estate sales for March 30 to April 3 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

An Aria condominium on Gulf of Mexico Drive tops the week's sales at $7.65 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Manatee County staffers flew DJI drones in 2021 to help the town of Longboat Key monitor red tide blooms in the gulf.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 23, 2026
Drone replacement costs add to Manatee County expenses

Chinese-made models are no longer allowed by state to fly for governments, prompting new purchases.

  • East County
  • News
Erin O'Connor and Evan Stevens star in Asolo Rep's production of "The Three Musketeers."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 7, 2023
'The Three Musketeers' brings swordplay and silliness to the stage

"The Three Musketeers" combines rapier wit with actual rapiers. This hilarious Asolo Rep production is still a gripping adventure.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Erin O'Connor and Evan Stevens perform in Asolo Rep's production of "The Three Musketeers"
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 18, 2023
Asolo Rep play tells classic tale of a clash of swords and words

Ken Ludwig’s "The Three Musketeers" is a heavy metal show. Director Peter Amster and fight director Geoffrey Kent share why it’s still as sharp as ever.

  • Arts + Culture
USRowing Olympic hopeful Michalina Fili practices rowing at Nathan Benderson Park. Excluding athletes who are training for the Olympics, very few rowers are coming to Nathan Benderson Park this winter. (Courtesy of SANCA)
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • January 27, 2021
Olympic Trials return to Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota to spark competitive thrills

While it won't be as significant as the previous Trials in terms of economic impact, having the Olympic rowers train and compete in Sarasota will offer a boost during the pandemic.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 15, 2020
Longboat Key Cops Corner: An on again, off again problem

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 4, 2019
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Jackets are required

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 27, 2019
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Nothing to see here

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Lt. Col. James Doolittle, left foreground, and Navy Capt. Marc A. Mitscher, skipper of the USS Hornet, gathered the 79 other Raiders for a group photo prior to launching the Raid over Tokyo on April 18, 1942. Courtesy photo
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • November 10, 2016
A tribute to veterans

Take a break from the elections. Take in a good story of old-fashioned American patriotism and heroism to remind you of the America you love. On Friday, thank a vet.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Sarasota High girls basketball coach Rob Jutras founded the Kyle Jutras Scholarship Foundation earlier this year in honor of his son, a Sarasota teacher and boys basketball coach, who passed away from NUT midline carcinoma.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 29, 2015
Coach's legacy lives on

The second annual Jammin’ for Jutras Pre-season Classic will be held Nov. 10 and Nov. 12.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 7, 2021
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Blocking the road

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Max Roll and Jonathan Acosta star in Asolo Rep's "Good Night, Oscar."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 11, 2025
'Good Night, Oscar' captures a tortured celebrity caught in a harsh spotlight

Asolo Rep's gripping production takes audiences back to Oscar Levant's soul-baring appearance on Jack Paar's talk show.

  • Arts + Culture
Ryan Neuzil signed a two-year, $9.5 million contract with $6.5 million in guaranteed money on May 28.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • June 18, 2025
Former Braden River player inks 2-year deal with Falcons

Falcons center Ryan Neuzil has earned job security with his excellent play.

  • East County
  • Sports
ODA players and first-year Head Coach Rob Hollway celebrate a 54-10 win over Cocoa Beach High on Senior Night. ODA is 8-0 in 2022 after two straight winless regular seasons. (Photo by Ryan Kohn.)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 22, 2022
Formally downtrodden ODA football team completes perfect regular season

The Lakewood Ranch private school football program snaps a two-year losing streak and posts undefeated regular season.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Robin Roy |
  • May 20, 2010
Why He's Out

Departed Police Chief Peter Abbott and City Manager Bob Bartolotta say little about their relationship. Evidence paints a divergent picture.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 17, 2011
Football Preview: Lakewood Ranch Mustangs

Lakewood Ranch will rely on the strength and experience of its offensive line, which boasts five seniors and two juniors, to carry the team this season.

  • East County
  • Sports
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