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  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • April 9, 2019
Key Niners celebrate season

While rain kept the Longboat women's golf group from the course, it didn't keep away the smiles.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • April 13, 2019
Lighthouse of Manasota uses art to explore the senses

Art in the Dark was hosted April 14 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
  • In Memoriam |
  • April 15, 2019
Jason Ward Tasler

Jason Ward Tasler, of Bradenton passed away Thursday February 21, 2019 at the age of 45; he was born September 11, 1973 in West Lake Village, California.

  • East County
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Lakewood Ranch’s Andrew Hertzfeld, who hit a hole-in-one, amazed his golf buddies Michael Krasnoff, Merrill Hoyt and Lowell Lakritz. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 16, 2019
Temple takes swing for charity

Lakewood Ranch resident hits hole-in-one.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Riverview High School is one of 100 schools selected to participate in the new initiative.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • December 18, 2017
Riverview High selected for inclusion and diversity program

The program is meant to promote the inclusion and success of under-represented students in the International Baccalaureate program.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Jessica Cary sings the National Anthem on March 10, 2017 at LECOM Park.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 3, 2018
Pittsburgh Pirates offer star spangled opportunity in Bradenton

Auditions being held at LECOM Park for those who want to sing the National Anthem during Spring Training.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 8, 2018
Longboat Kiwanis Club hosts financial expert to discuss Bitcoin

Public welcome for luncheon meeting at Portofino

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Mick Koczersut.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 9, 2018
Lakewood Ranch football coach resigns

Mick Koczersut led the Mustangs to a 14-22 record over four seasons.

  • East County
  • Sports
Florida Gov. Rick Scott, center, cuts a ceremonial ribbon to celebrate a historic grant presented to MTC.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 10, 2018
Governor delivers historic grant to Manatee Technical College in Bradenton

MTC receives $200,000 from the first Florida Job Growth Grant Fund.

  • East County
  • News
The proposal is to add 1 mill to property taxes in Manatee County. Stock image.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 2, 2018
Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance endorses millage increase

Sarasota, Manatee schools gain support from business group.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • March 15, 2018
JoshProvides celebrates 10th anniversary with new signature event

The 10 Years Anniversary Celebration Dinner was hosted March 15 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
  • By Shane Donglasan |
  • February 16, 2018
JFCS honors Rose Chapman at retirement kick-off breakfast

Community leaders praise Rose Chapman’s commitment to providing for the community

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 4, 2016
Sarasota father accidentally shoots son at gun range

A 14-year-old boy died this weekend after his father’s gun accidentally discharged at High Noon Gun Range.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Chairwomen Kelly Abercrombie and Taylor Mock
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • September 24, 2017
Totally Tailgate brings a win for Girls Inc.

Guests sipped, snacked and scored big for Girls Inc. of Sarasota County at Totally Tailgate on Sept. 23 at Michael’s On East.

  • Black Tie
Mayor Terry Gans (second from left) speaks with Town Manager Dave Bullock (far left) and other members of the Town Commission during a recent meeting.
  • By Ryan Butler |
  • September 26, 2017
Town approves general fund budget

Millage rate, revenues and expenditures all remain similar to last year's levels.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Riverview High named Rod Dragash its athletics director on Aug. 7. Dragash previously served as Booker’s AD for six years before resigning in 2016. Courtesy photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 10, 2017
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 08.10.17

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 08.10.17

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The newly deemed "official" logo for the School District of Manatee County.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • August 10, 2017
School District of Manatee County adopts official logo

The district's concern for consistent branding prompted the move.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 10, 2017
Willis Elementary ushers in new school year

Parents celebrate with 'Boo Hoo or Yahoo' breakfast.

  • East County
  • News
Soft Surroundings is located on the second level of the mall, near Saks Fifth Avenue. Courtesy image.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 11, 2017
Soft Surroundings opens at Mall at UTC

The location is the brand's first store in Florida.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 19, 2016
Whole Foods' development case dismissed

A judge today ruled developer SJ Collins can move forward with development of an 8-acre parcel at Honore Avenue and University Parkway.

  • East County
  • News
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