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By Madison Bierl |
April 13, 2025

Tara's Ray of Sunshine has brightened the lives of students for two decades

Raymond Turner, a volunteer tutor at Tara Elementary School, has been offering his math skills and advice since 2004.

East County
Schools

By Vinnie Portell |
March 4, 2025

Mustangs sophomore shows sanctioning girls wrestling was overdue

Francesca Bisordi will be the first Lakewood Ranch High girl to wrestle at the state championships.

East County
Sports

By Dana Kampa |
May 25, 2025

From diapers to daycare, parent program offers holistic assistance

Longboat Island Chapel is supporting parents at Riverview High School with this month's Gather and Give drive.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
January 29, 2025

Braden River High band boosters do more than fundraise

The high school's band director says the parent-led nonprofit is "crucial" to the program's success.

East County
Neighbors

By Vinnie Portell |
January 19, 2025

Manatee County Fair begins with nonstop entertainment

The fair continues its run in Palmetto through Jan. 26.

East County
Neighbors

By Petra Rivera |
January 8, 2025

Observer Challenge hopes different format will attract more players

The beloved Longboat Key tennis tournament is back for its 25th year with a new format and surprise criteria for its grand prize.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Vinnie Portell |
April 16, 2025

Lakewood Ranch High runners' rivalry fuels success

Derek Robinson and Jonathan Leatt push each other to faster times.

East County
Sports

By Madison Bierl |
June 11, 2025

Lakewood Ranch Junior Ranchers learn about agriculture through camp

Counselors help the kids learn hands-on lessons about cows, snakes and insects.

East County
Schools

By Janet Combs |
November 10, 2024

New College Clambake delights with evening on the bay

The event, in its 45th year, provides scholarship opportunities and more for Florida's honors college.

Black Tie

By Vinnie Portell |
December 26, 2024

New Year's resolution leads to new Lakewood Ranch Pilates studio

Two friends mix community and exercise with new Bodybar Pilates location.

East County
Business

By Dana Kampa |
January 17, 2025

Expert offers advice on balancing act of aging

The Paradise Center's latest speaker highlights importance of long-term health practices.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital |
June 26, 2025

Steffany’s story: Finding Purpose in Rehabilitation

Health

Airport seeks independent permitting for construction projects

Lying in three jurisdictions, SRQ President and CEO Rick Piccolo asks the Sarasota legislative delegation to sponsor a bill to help expedite capital improvements.

Sarasota
News

By Vinnie Portell |
May 22, 2025

Second-chance Sailors advance to state final four

Sarasota High softball has returned to the final four for the first time since 2015.

Sarasota
Sports

By Adam Hughes |
July 3, 2025

Top residential real estate sales for June 16-20 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis

A condominium in Plaza at Five Point Residences on Central Avenue tops the week's sales at $4.5 million.

Sarasota
Real Estate

By Dana Kampa |
July 9, 2025

Mote's final public days bring forward warm memories

City Island's Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium officially held its final day of being open to the public on July 6 as it prepares for its move to the new Mote Science Education Aquarium facility.