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Connie Lyke-Brown shows off the medal she received Nov. 7 in the 50th New York City Marathon and the one in her first in 1978. She holds the record for most consecutive marathons by a woman in the New York City Marathon.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 17, 2021
Sarasota woman holds New York City Marathon record streak at 42 and counting

Connie Lyke-Brown is the Iron Horse of New York City Marathons for women.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 22, 2021
Why should voting be easy?

The easier it is to vote, the less it is valued.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
FDOT will work in conjunction with local governments on the Sarasota/Manatee Barrier Islands Traffic Study.
  • By John McGuire |
  • May 22, 2017
Barrier Island traffic study shifts into drive

First meeting is this week at Longboat Key Town Hall.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
East County resident Rose Craycraft  covers second base as Tyler Schultes advances during a Chicago-style softball game at Fruitville Park.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 4, 2018
More recreational sports on deck in Manatee County?

County says more recreational sports facilities coming to Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
Sam Mossler is spot-on in his portrayal of the late civil rights attorney William Kunstler. (Photos courtesy of Matthew Holler)
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 23, 2020
Florida Studio Theatre's 'Kunstler' forcefully makes its case

The flamboyant lawyer and the system he worked in are presented for audience's judgment

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The Lakewood Ranch Little League 10-and 11-year-old All-Star team will compete in the Section IV Tournament July 8-10. (courtesy photo)
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 6, 2016
That's the ticket ...

Check out this week's top East County sporting events.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 11, 2010
Longboat stages 9/11 tribute (WITH VIDEO)

Public Works Department employees lined Gulf of Mexico Drive with American flags Friday to honor the victims of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A three-dimensional model of the master plan — including the five-story garage with rooftop restaurant — sat in City Hall as the commission heard arguments for and against the Selby Gardens proposal.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 29, 2019
City Commission begins review of Selby Gardens plan

A public hearing on the gardens’ master plan proposal packed the chambers past capacity — and will require at least one more meeting to resolve.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • March 18, 2020
Support local businesses

Great advice: ‘Calm breeds calm.’ But one of the best ways we can help beat COVID-19 is to do what Americans always do — fight back. Do what you can to keep our local economy healthy.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
"My job is fun." Teri Booth says. "On my worst day, I’m the luckiest and most blessed person in the world."
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • June 5, 2013
Pied piper of Sarasota: Teri Booth

Musician Teri Booth climbed the corporate ladder as an engineer only to end up in the pits. And she wouldn't have it any other way.

  • Arts + Culture
Janet Mixon holds the Broghies and Dean Mixon holds the corn pellets that will be heated and pressurized to make the Broghies.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 3, 2021
Bradenton's Mixon Fruit Farms turns to Broghies to help employees

Mixon Fruit Farms begins shipping the low cal bread substitute throughout the U.S. as the U.S. distributor.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • July 18, 2017
Film review: 'The Big Sick'

Comedy cuts through serious issues in this unique love story.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Brian McCarthy, founder of Always Home, will make sure no pests or problems happen when you’re away.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • June 27, 2012
2012 Small Business Awards Rookie Nominee: Always Home

Always Home is a licensed real-estate brokerage; but the founder of the company, Brian McCarthy, doesn't sell homes or lease properties - he provides home management to the community and second-home owners.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • July 7, 2016
City approves Cask and Ale plans

After a show of support from younger residents, the city has approved plans for a Main Street bar. Now, can nightlife businesses and downtown residents peacefully coexist?

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Sarasota Orthopedic Associates |
  • October 29, 2018
Eat Smart to Manage Arthritis

Eat Smart to Manage Arthritis

  • Health
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Perhaps the crux of the whole issue: The turn lanes onto Tamiami Trail from Gulfstream.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer and Eric Garwood |
  • February 27, 2020
Tales of two Trails: We dive into Sarasota's seasonal traffic

Just how bad is it out there? We try to get to the airport through rush hour in two different directions.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The kick off event begins at 8:15, Nov. 18, at the Robert L Taylor Community Complex, 1845 34th Street.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • November 15, 2011
Florida Power and Light gives 50 families 'home energy makeovers'

FPL has announced 50 homes in Sarasota will receive courtesy energy efficiency upgrades from FPL in conjunction with the City of Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Maria F. Finazzo M.D. |
  • May 11, 2020
The Doctors Became Patients of Covid-19

The Doctors Became Patients of Covid-19

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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The prospective owner of the Gulf Beach Motel property intends to repurpose the sign in a future condominium development.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 15, 2020
City OKs Lido motel demolition

The city’s Historic Preservation Board approved plans to knock down the Gulf Beach Motel despite objections from some residents.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The property at 778 Siesta Drive last sold in 2014 for $3.6 million.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • December 22, 2022
Top residential real estate sales for Dec. 5-9 for Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey

A Bay Island Shores home on Siesta Drive topped the week's sales at $6 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
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