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By Monica Roman Gagnier |
March 24, 2025

Connecticut schoolteacher Synia Carroll found her voice in Sarasota

Jazz vocalist Synia Carroll, who died March 14 at age 67, helped build musical bridges in the Tampa Bay area.

Arts + Culture

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 13, 2024

Pickleball courts upgraded at Lakewood Ranch Park

Upgrades include a hitting wall, shade structure and lighting.

East County
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
June 22, 2024

Myakka City resident takes another shot at becoming commissioner

Carol Ann Felts is vying for the District 1 seat on the Manatee County Commission.

East County
News

By Petra Rivera |
December 30, 2024

Former Café L'Europe chef leads the restaurant into a new era

New Head of Culinary for Oysters Rock Hospitality Will Parard plans to bring a mix of his Florida roots and unique flavors to Café L'Europe and Anna Maria Oyster Bars.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
August 27, 2024

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center CEO takes new post

Andy Guz was promoted to CEO of Manatee Memorial Hospital.

East County
Business

By Janet Combs |
October 28, 2024

A new column for a new season

As the social season begins — slowly after impacts from the hurricanes — we remain excited to tell the stories of the events to come.

Black Tie

By Lesley Dwyer |
January 30, 2025

Discussions continue around possible east Manatee County building moratorium

Developments east of county utilities, fluoride in the water and speeding tickets are all on track to be limited.

East County
News

By Petra Rivera |
October 9, 2024

Longboat comedian sells pencils to buy a new car due to Hurricane Helene

Cliff Hornsby, also known as "Gerry Atric," hopes to use his funny lines and unique bits to get relief after Hurricane Helene.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Janet Combs |
February 18, 2025

enSRQ serves up Prelude Soiree as pre-concert appetizer

The cocktail event gave new music supporters a bonus performance with special guest, cellist Abe Feder.

Black Tie

By Ian Swaby |
October 28, 2024

Boats numbering in the hundreds parade through Midnight Pass

Hosted by Killin It, the parade brought together local boaters who hoped to promote awareness of their enthusiasm for keeping Midnight Pass open.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
November 6, 2024

PopStroke at UTC in Sarasota just got a little cooler

Fans and misters were installed on the mini-golf courses, along with a few other upgrades.

East County
Business

By Dana Kampa |
April 21, 2025

Longboat Island Chapel aids food pantry when needed most

Stillpoint Mission leaders accepted food donations and a monetary contribution from the church during the most recent Gather and Give.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 18, 2025

Longboat Key Fire Rescue repurposes flooded homes for training

The department practiced forcible entry tactics at homes on the island that were slated for demolition due to flooding sustained during hurricanes.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
May 23, 2024

Sarasota inks arts center design pact with architect Renzo Piano

The design agreement tops out at $36.9 million with "off-ramps" along the way. A design concept is due Nov. 30.

Sarasota
News

By Siesta Key Oyster Bar |
August 22, 2024

Sunday Funday! New SKOB Brunch Is Egg-cellent

Siesta Key Oyster Bar Chef Devon’s rolls out a brand new brunch menu every Sunday 9am to 11:30am.

Arts + Entertainment
Spotlight Partners

The Out-of-Door Academy honors its first Hall of Fame class

Former Athletic Director Shelley Stone helped lead ODA to early success in sports.

East County
Sports

By Liz Ramos |
July 18, 2024

Manatee schools continues construction on east Bradenton projects

Some East County schools will see new classrooms in the 2024-2025 school year.

East County
Schools

By Andrew Warfield |
December 22, 2024

Update on The Bay becomes object lesson in resilience

Bay Park Conservancy's AG Lafley tells County Commission native Florida outperforms the built environment as The Bay park never closed after Hurricane Milton.