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A 2019 version of the master plan notes a band shell and lawn with a seating capacity of 19,000, which makes it comparable to the MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheater, pictured here, just outside Tampa.
  • By Eric Snider |
  • November 21, 2019
Strike up the band

Early plans have arisen for a ‘concert’-type venue in Lakewood Ranch. What it will look like and when — or if — it gets built are questions that remain.

  • LWR Life
Micah Fenn is one of four Riverview seniors who will play in the Sarasota-Manatee Boys All-Star Game March 26.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 24, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

All-star game gives area seniors one final time to shine.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 25, 2022
Sarasota Cops Corner: Doo-doo the right thing

Police reports from around the city of Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Michael Roy walks three miles every morning because of the strength he has gained from the class.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • May 23, 2018
A Lakewood Ranch Parkinson's class packs punch

Jaco's Boxing, Lakewood Ranch location, helps people diagnosed with Parkinson's improve their way of life through strengthening and conditioning. People who had never boxed before are learning to love the sport through the class.

  • East County
  • News
There were 150 chairs placed throughout Town Hall Monday night to accomodate the crowd.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 5, 2016
Second referendum flickers forward

The Longboat Key Town Commission moved forward with a referendum to bury power lines in neighborhoods and side streets Monday night with a 5-2 vote.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Work is expected to begin June 10.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 30, 2019
Information session planned for Longboat Pass bridge project

FDOT representatives will be on hand to answer questions at June 4 event at Town Hall.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • October 24, 2019
Safari Sarasota guests cook up dishes at interactive dinner

The safari-inspired dinner had guests making their own meals Oct. 24 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
The exterior of the Centre Shops was completely renovated.
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • December 9, 2015
Centre Shops has a colorful renovation

The renovations to the Centre Shops provide an increase in tenants and business.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
(Courtesy: Sarasota Ballet) Sarasota Ballet will present Sir Frederick Ashton's "lost" ballet, "Dante Sonata" as part of its "Beyond Words" series.
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • January 1, 2020
Looking ahead at Sarasota's arts and entertainment in 2020

From tried and true to totally new, or maybe it’s just new to you, this year’s entertainment options go on as far as the eye can see. Here are just a few.

  • Arts + Culture
Riverview High offensive coordinator Brody Wiseman, the former head coach at Sarasota High, expects big things out of DJ Johnson in 2023.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 1, 2022
Sarasota High, football Coach Brody Wiseman part ways

This past season, Wiseman led the Sailors to their first playoff win in 18 years.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
McKenzie Hanlon said she bonded with C.J. immediately.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 14, 2020
'Superhero' dog from Southeastern Guide Dogs unleashes power in Lakewood Ranch

Greenbrook's McKenzie Hanlon says a service dog from Southeastern Guide Dogs has changed her life.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 18, 2013
Town moves to fix charter snafu

A referendum the town's registered voters approved in November 2012 is null and void unless the Legislature reverses its course.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Karen MacKay prepares to board with Jamie VanDenson and Kim Boyd, already on board.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 1, 2022
Longboat friends take a surprise pirate cruise

Tennis enthusiast raises money for the Red Cross with a secret trip for her friends.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The county is searching for a contractor who can provide maintenance and landscaping to the Siesta Key Village, but finding a company is proving difficult.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • July 24, 2017
Search for Siesta Village maintenance contractor stalls

The current contract ends Aug. 26, leaving county staff with about a month to find a new maintenance contractor for the area.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • March 20, 2019
Renee Phinney makes custom accessories for Red Ribbon Gala

Keith and Linda Monda donate colorful gifts, Billy Porter steals French fries from Hermione Gilpin and more tidbits this week.

  • Black Tie
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • February 21, 2013
Commissioners continue Ringling Walmart appeal hearing to Feb. 26

Paint chips, zoning and the definition of a 'department store' were the debate topics during the first round of the appeal.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A red ruffed lemur looks up after a quick groom.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • January 27, 2016
Lemur reserve climbs to new heights

The Lemur Conservation Foundation, celebrating 20 years, begins fundraising to fuel its expansion.

  • East County
  • News
Savannah Eby, Lauren Kennedy
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 19, 2013
Interns delve into ministry opportunity

Lakewood Ranch's Lauren Kennedy and fellow intern Savannah Eby, both 20, this summer are learning about youth and children's ministry, at Harvest United Methodist Church.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Candice McElyea |
  • March 8, 2012
Ten new models now open in Lakewood Ranch

Ten new models now open in Lakewood Ranch

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Ricardo Graziano leads Victoria Hulland and Daniel Rodriguez through a movement in 2015 ahead of his world premiere work at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • August 12, 2015
Pillow Talk: Sarasota Ballet opens season at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival

On the verge of their 25th anniversary, the Sarasota Ballet begins this season with week-long residency at Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival, the oldest and most prestigious festival of American dance in the country.

  • Arts + Culture
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