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The intersection between U.S. 41 and Gulfstream in Sarasota is frequently a point of contention.
  • By Sten Spinella |
  • June 19, 2019
Longboat Key and Sarasota leaders hold joint session, talk transportation

Roundabouts figured prominently into the discussion between the municipalities.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • December 8, 2013
FILM REVIEW: 'Out of the Furnace'

From the opening scene to the parting shot, 'Out of the Furnace' keeps you in its grip.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 19, 2014
Giving Back

First-year head coach Craig Page has implemented a new community service program for his team this season.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
City officials have suggested a partnership with the Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast could help fund the construction of a park on the Bobby Jones Golf Club property.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 15, 2019
Public meeting seeks input on park at Bobby Jones

The city is hosting a workshop today to engage with residents about plans to build a park on a portion of the municipal golf course property.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By June LeBell |
  • July 12, 2016
Music review: Gloria Musicae Patriotic Spectacular

In its annual Independence Day concert, the choral artists have never sounded better.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • October 5, 2016
Your ‘fair share’

One of the presidential candidates has a mantra of vowing to make you rich people pay your ‘fair share’ (i.e. more) in taxes. But what is ‘fair?’ And who defines it?

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Rick Brauckmuller shared this photo of a possible waterspout on his Twitter. Photo Courtesy.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • June 17, 2019
Possible waterspout spotted off Longboat Key

The National Weather Center says if one is seen, people should move at a 90-degree angle away from its motion.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota Christian midfielder Justis Mejia-Slattery battles a Sarasota Military Academy opponent for possession during a regular season match. File photo
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 28, 2015
Senior blazes a new path

Sarasota Christian senior Justis Mejia-Slattery will play soccer for Ave Maria University this fall.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Ed Adams |
  • February 22, 2012
My View: Solution: Make Longboat Key the world's 'tennis mecca'

I'm part of the problem, but I have a solution.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Actress Ali Wentworth is set to speak at Ringling College Library Association Town Hall Lecture Series on April 9.
  • By Shane Donglasan |
  • March 26, 2018
Actress Ali Wentworth announced as new speaker for RCLA Town Hall 2018 Lecture Series

Actress Ali Wentworth is set to speak at Ringling College Library Association Town Hall Lecture Series on April 9.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 21, 2021
Lakewood Ranch High School mini cheerleaders show big spirit during camp

Campers learn new cheers, stunts and dance moves at Lakewood Ranch High School's Mini Cheer Camp.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • April 17, 2014
County School Board looks to hire lobbyist

Sarasota County School Board members claim the district needs a more vocal presence in Tallahassee.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Nesselhauf has served as Lakewood Ranch High School's principal for about six years.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 19, 2014
Lakewood principal announces retirement

Linda Nesselhauf today announced her pending retirement.

  • East County
  • Schools
Photos courtesy of Michael Saunders and Co.
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • May 13, 2015
3 Things | Brand new

Sarasota’s current building boom is changing the face of the area. New homes are being built all over town.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
John Annis with the Barancik Foundation read to children at Fruitville Elementary last year. Courtesy Photo.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 10, 2020
Reading initiative aims to 'fill buckets' online

Embracing our Differences teams up with school districts in Manatee and Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jamie & Mike Stone at "Deja vu: Big American Bandstand" March 26.
  • By Molly Schechter and Stephanie Hannum |
  • April 6, 2011
Black Tie & Tales

Here comes the bride ... times three; Entertainment extravaganza; Oldies but goodies; Tidbits; Black Tie Affair

  • Arts + Culture
JB and Kelly Baldwin with the birthday girl, Anna Grace — Photo courtesy of Kelly Baldwin
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 8, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 02.09.17

From generous newlyweds to Superbowl-themed birthday bashes, this is what you missed on the social scene last week.

  • Black Tie
Andy Eubanks University Parkway does not have streetlights between the entrance to University Park and Honore Avenue.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • April 2, 2014
MPO inquires about lighting along University

The Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization will explore its options to secure state funding for additional streetlights along University Parkway.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • February 21, 2018
Braden River Elementary students connect with pen pals in China

East County fifth-graders corresponded with students a world away.

  • East County
  • Schools
Stephanie Peabody is the founding director of the Academy for Brain Health and Performance.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 9, 2019
Reasons to get excited about the Lakewood Ranch Study of Brain Health

Driving forces behind the Lakewood Ranch Study of Brain Health explain key components.

  • East County
  • News
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