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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 7, 2014
Hidden Gate closes after 15 years

Shop owners say they can't compete in the changing retail market.

  • East County
  • News
The New York Times' Jack Anderson, Dance International, Canada’s Michael Crabb and The New York Times' George Dorris. Photo by Heather Merriman.
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • May 7, 2014
Black Tie & Tales

Sir Frederick Ashton Festival takes over Sarasota ...; Surprising Sunday; and Calendar calls.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • December 15, 2016
Church continues its stitching tradition

Friends that stitch together, stay together.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 28, 2010
Village peacocks ruffle feathers

Nuisance Wildlife Removal will begin culling the Village flock from 70 to 12 this week.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • February 6, 2013
Details about Manatee superintendent interviews released

The Manatee County School District released more details about the interview process for its six superintendent finalists today.

  • East County
  • News
The city is considering a similar pricing structure to the parking meters removed in 2011, though staff wants to more thoroughly vet the equipment before installing it.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 10, 2016
How much will you pay at parking meters?

Next month, the City Commission will consider staff recommendations on paid parking. Right now, questions remain on what a pricing model should look like.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Taylor Golden reports for duty as a member of Braden River Elementary’s safety patrol Monday.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • September 16, 2014
Guards reporting to schools won't carry guns

The Manatee County School District seeks a legal opinion before it will arm elementary security guards.

  • East County
  • News
Jon Bullas, director of instruction for the Golf Academy at Lakewood Ranch was recently named the new tour director for the US Kids Tour for Sarasota.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 10, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

The Golf Academy at Lakewood Ranch's director of instruction takes on new role.

  • East County
  • Sports
Cecilia Ziano
  • By June LeBell |
  • April 11, 2016
Music review: La Musica Program III

La Musica offers a satisfying afternoon of chamber music

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • March 9, 2017
Pilates for guys: 'It's not baby stuff'

Start Pilates is with private sessions in a dedicated, specialized Pilates studio.

  • Health
A family uses the well Jones, Pedicini and the Barrons sponsored. Photo courtesy of Allen Barron.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • December 14, 2016
Locals give gift of fresh water

Four Sarasota residents took a trip to Cambodia for vacation but came home with a bigger story to tell.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
County Engineer Jim Harriott said staff is working to bring that number down to the roughly $20 million budgeted for the beach project.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 7, 2012
Beach project costs rise before cuts

Sarasota County staff estimate the current design for the Siesta Key beach improvements would cost up to $27 million.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The Mighty Sailor Band's trip to London will be the band’s most recent international trip since the 1970s. Photo by Amanda Morales
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • December 30, 2014
SHS Mighty Sailors to perform in London New Year's Day Parade

Members of the Sarasota High School Mighty Sailor Band will be ringing in the new year five hours before the clock strikes midnight in the United States.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Manatee County Commissioner Vanessa Baugh speaks at a town hall meeting in June 2014. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 17, 2015
Baugh files for re-election

Manatee County District 5 Commissioner Vanessa Baugh is the first to file for her seat.

  • East County
  • News
Steve Kildahl and his son, Stephen, have raced together for seven years. Photo by Nick Friedman.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • July 3, 2013
Racing team takes to the bay again

In the high-speed world of offshore boat racing, the father-son team Scott Free Racing proves trust is key.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Rams watch as Abby Quigley jumps for a spike attempt.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 31, 2017
Ewe-th movement: Riverview volleyball 'ready to dominate' again

The Rams reached the final four last season, but now have a new coach and younger roster.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
FST Improv is one of the area groups performing in this weekend's Sarasota Improv Festival. (courtesy photo)
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • July 12, 2013
Weekend Best Bet: Sarasota Improv Festival 2013

Two nights of short- and long-form comedy by Improv troupes from around the country will take the stage at Florida Studio Theatre.

  • Arts + Culture
Despite city staff's belief that paid parking could benefit downtown businesses, many merchants are still outspoken opponents of meters.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 19, 2017
City explores parking revenue options

Acknowledging that parking meters are an unpopular proposition, city leaders are researching other ways to cover parking operating expenses.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 4, 2012
Delve into 12: Erosion control

The town will look at possible solutions for retaining sand, including groins, to protect the eroded north-end beach.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • May 5, 2011
SCOPE seeks community improvements

SCOPE seeks to tap residents' wisdom to keep Sarasota County thriving.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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