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Enjoy the latest police reports from Longboat Key.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • January 18, 2017
Cops Corner: Longboat Key 1.18.2017

Enjoy this week’s edition of Cops Corner!

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Local business owner Chris Brown, right, with business partner Mike Granthon, left, purchased the Siesta Market property for $2.8 million.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • December 31, 2014
Top Stories - Siesta Key: November

Chris Brown and his business partner purchased the Siesta Market property at the beginning of November, adding to their collection of parcels on Siesta Key.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
With Superintendent Diana Greene leaving, the School District of Manatee County will need to find a new leader.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 20, 2018
Time to keep close watch on School District of Manatee County

With a new superintendent being hired, three new school board members up for reelection and financial woes caused by the need to staff every school with a School Resource Officer, it is important for taxpayers to keep a close watch on the school district.

  • East County
  • News
Meet your friendly, neighborhood Jimmy John's man.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • December 15, 2011
Neighbors: Garret Brown

Garret Brown has worked as a Jimmy John's employee for the last three-and-one-half years.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
David Brenner was 83.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • July 18, 2019
Dave Brenner made a big difference

Former vice mayor, who died last week at age 83, was devoted to family and his community.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Daily Headlines personality Emily Walsh enjoys shooting clays at Ancient Oak Gun Club in July.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • September 13, 2013
FRIDAY FIVE: Odd hobbies every Sarasotan should try

Sarasota isn't all about fishing and golf anymore.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • July 27, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, July 28

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Dustin Babin, Aleksandr Krapivkin and Wes Tolman in the FSU/Asolo Conservatory' s production of "A View from the Bridge." Photo by Frank Atura.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 8, 2017
Theater review: 'A View from the Bridge'

Doom comes to Brooklyn in Asolo Conservatory production of Arthur Miller classic.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Carolyn Angiolillo at her Aug. 12 book signing.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • September 1, 2021
Longboat Key author Carolyn Angiolillo shares her stories from Williamsburg, Brooklyn stoops

Angiolillo's first book is a historical fiction novel detailing the coming-of-age in New York City.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Visitors to University Place speak with a security provider via a remote communication system. The provider opens the gate to visitors accordingly.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 15, 2017
Late to the party

Some residents say they want new options at the guardhouse.

  • East County
  • News
Longboat Key Club and Resort Attorney John Patterson, left, and club General Manager Michael Welly, right, told the Town Commission Monday, Jan. 11 that the Islandside project is crucial to the success of the island.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 23, 2010
TOP STORY, JAN.: Comp Plan

The Town Commission voted 6-1 Friday to move forward with the Islandside project, despite concerns from commissioners about the town's Comprehensive Plan.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota's Carolyn Garron and Dawn Shay wanted to support their friend, organizer Lori Ruth.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 5, 2020
Derby drives charity

Sunshine Kids takes spotlight during Kentucky Derby event.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
file photo
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • February 16, 2016
Tim Tebow returns to Bayside Community Church

The football player will speak during services March 5 and 6.

  • East County
  • News
“Sunlit Gardenia” by Betsy Cameron
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • September 24, 2018
Art Ovation collaborative exhibits open in time for upcoming season

Two new exhibits at Art Ovation Hotel — one in collaboration with Alfstad& Contemporary Gallery and the other with Florida Watercolor Society — aim to broaden perspectives.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 19, 2016
Lakewood advances to title game

The Lakewood Ranch girls basketball team will play for the Class 7A state championship tomorrow.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Circus Arts Conservatory hosted its annual Circus Gala on Friday, Jan. 30, Under the Big Top. The event was themed 'Hats off to Dolly!' in celebration of Dolly Jacobs.
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • January 30, 2016
The 2016 Circus Arts Gala 'Hats off to Dolly!'

More than 400 guests attended the 2016 Circus Arts Gala 'Hats off to Dolly!' on Friday, Jan. 30, Under the Big Top.

  • Black Tie
Courtesy photo
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • May 5, 2014
Giving Challenge gets ready for take off

Each year, The Giving Partner hosts a 24-hour fundraising drive. From noon Tuesday, May 6 to noon Wednesday, May 7, more than 400 local 501(c)(3) organizations are seeking funds.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A cyclist approaches the northern end of the multi-use trail east of Gulf of Mexico Drive. To continue, riders must cross the street.
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • January 16, 2019
Trail extension added to town's transportation wish list

The prokect would have competition from the region

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Cardinal Mooney senior Sophia Hritz, here with coach Chad Sutton, said not being able to practice volleyball with her teammates has been difficult.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 26, 2020
Sarasota athletes stay active despite social distancing

Sometimes unconventional methods have to be used to exercise at home.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Jennifer Hoffman. Photo by Liz Ramos.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • March 24, 2021
One hundred pounds cleaner in Lakewood Ranch

Keep Manatee Beautiful volunteers collected about 100 pounds of trash in two hours in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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