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  • By Sten Spinella |
  • June 21, 2019
The Buccaneer restaurant on track for 2020 groundbreaking

Columbia Restaurant Group President Richard Gonzmart looks forward to paying homage to the legendary Longboat eatery.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Faith Bench, a math teacher at Braden River Middle School, reviews a math problem with her class.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 22, 2020
East County educator's teaching style leads to honor

Braden River Middle educator's unique teaching style leads to 'Educator of the Year' nomination

  • East County
  • News
Aaron Cushman with his book, "Public Relations Impacts the World," which was published in March.
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • May 18, 2016
Aaron Cushman pens new book on the PR industry

Aaron Cushman writes about the public relations industry and its influence in his new book, “Public Relations Impacts the World.”

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Matt Koenig (back center) was a part of the 2010-2011 Florida Studio Theatre Playmakers Group. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 20, 2019
Scene & Heard 02.21.19

Here's a look at the arts and entertainment news of the week in Sarasota with Florida Studio Theatre, SPAACES, Ringling College of Art and Design, Michael Bublé, Sarasota Contemporary Dance and Hermitage Artist Retreat.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The Smith home, 5341 Gulf of Mexico Drive, is one of six unique homes featured on the Garden Club’s Home Tour.
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • March 6, 2015
Rummage Sale, Home Tour take place tomorrow

Two annual Longboat Key events, St. Mary's Royal Rummage Sale and the Garden Club Home Tour, to take place March 7.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Marnie Matarese |
  • October 21, 2009
My View

'You’ll Never Eat Lunch in this Town Again!'

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Katie Johns |
  • December 3, 2016
Lawn Party dishes out the best of Longboat

The 6th annual Kiwanis Club Gourmet Lawn Party benefited the club's scholarship fund and charitable efforts.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Brian F. Finnerty choreographs for several local performance groups, including The Players Centre for Performing Arts. Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 26, 2018
When in doubt, Brian F. Finnerty dances

A portrait of Brian F. Finnerty as a young dancer, actor and choreographer.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • July 10, 2016
Samantha's Friends: "Twilight Saga"

Samantha’s Friends presents “Twilight Saga” charity brunch

  • Black Tie
Gabby and Liz Sgro donate $1.40 from every shirt they sell to Girls Inc., because they believe it fits with their mission to empower girls.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 31, 2016
T-shirt business glows with growth, helps charity

Nolan Middle School sisters might be dressed for success.

  • East County
  • News
Lexie Phelps.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 5, 2017
East County High 5 Moments: 04.05.17

East County High 5 Moments: 04.05.17

  • East County
  • Sports
This Publix opening Oct. 17, in the new Lockwood Commons project, adds to the offerings of an underserved area.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • October 16, 2013
Lockwood Ridge Publix set to open

The Oct. 17 grand opening of a new Publix at State Road 70 and Lockwood Ridge Road adds to the progress of Benderson Development projects.

  • East County
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  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • March 13, 2014
School Board

Check out the latest happenings at Sarasota schools.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 1, 2016
Studio Space: Scott Joseph Moore

The local artist recently built 50 life-size Labrador retriever sculptures to honor the "superheroes" of Southeastern Guide Dogs.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 5, 2010
Mustangs fall in district final

Lakewood Ranch defeated rival Braden River 4-2 in a Class 4A-District 10 semifinal April 28 to advance to the district championship for the first time since 2007.

  • East County
  • Sports
Joe and Joyce Wallace of the Meadows celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on Jan. 12.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 8, 2016
Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

Meadows' Joyce, Joe Wallace celebrate 70 years of marriage.

  • East County
  • News
Steve Olmstead, Sarasota County’s ethics and compliance officer, said one of the most common question county employees ask him is about holiday gift baskets from vendors and customers. County policy says it is permitted to accept them — as long as they ar
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • April 16, 2015
Q+A with Steve Olmstead

Steve Olmstead has worked for Sarasota County for 14 years.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • August 14, 2013
School District brings back laid-off teachers

The district cut 186 teaching positions in May; it has reinstated most teachers.

  • East County
  • News
Karen Slomba has worked at Nate's Honor Animal Rescue for five years. Courtesy image.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 25, 2018
Lakewood Ranch animal rescue leader heads to Charlotte County

Nate's Honor Animal Rescue's Associate Director Karen Slomba will leave the organization July 28 to lead to the Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County.

  • East County
  • News
Construction workers lay the final layer of asphalt on a section of Interstate 75 Feb. 20. Courtesy image.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 28, 2018
'Minor' projects still linger at diverging diamond

FDOT expects construction to be complete mid-April and landscaping to be installed thereafter.

  • East County
  • News
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