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The School Board of Manatee County unanimously approves a resolution to issue Certificates of Participation to accelerate capital projects within the district.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 27, 2020
School Board of Manatee County approves funding for capital projects

The School District of Manatee County can now borrow up to $100 million to accelerate capital projects, including two in east Bradenton.

  • East County
  • News
Jack Rozance and Scott Weusthoff at the 2020 Veterans Day celebration, which was hampered by the arrival of Tropical Storm Eta. File photo.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 1, 2021
Rotary Club of Longboat Key hosts Veterans Day drive

The club is collecting money, sneakers and bikes for Turning Points' Yellow Ribbon Program.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 5, 2021
All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church hosts first artist reception

Pamela Olin, who was the Artist of the Month for October and November, was the guest of honor.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 16, 2021
Women's Golf Association starts season on Longboat Key

The 18-hole golf group played their first round of the year and met for lunch.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • August 31, 2021
Driver arrested in car-bicycle crash on Longboat Key

Sarasota Police take driver into custody on Bird Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Joe Martinez conducts the Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble on March 24, 2023.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 26, 2023
Sights and Sounds series debuts at Waterside Place in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble was featured as the cultural music series kicks off.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
A seven-car train derailment in southern Manatee near Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport included two propane tankers. No leaks or injuries were reported.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 28, 2023
Seven train cars, including two propane tankers, derail in Manatee County

No propane leakage was detected and no injuries reported in the derailment near the Sarasota-Manatee International Airport.

  • Sarasota
  • News
New Sarasota High football Coach Josh Phillips was previously the defensive coordinator at Manatee High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 23, 2023
Sarasota High hires Manatee defensive coordinator as football coach

Josh Phillips played football and ran track at Yale before embarking on a coaching career.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Canal 1A connects the lagoon created by Greer Island to the rest of Sarasota Bay just south of Longboat Pass.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 27, 2022
Emergency dredge work to begin soon on Longboat Key

Area east of Longboat Pass Bridge will be closed to boaters and bathers for about three weeks.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dr. Matt Nessetti, Dr. Doris Ramirez Nessetti, Dr. Irv Becker and Physician Assistant Anne Marie Dozier
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 31, 2016
Longboat medical center opens today

Longboat Key Center for Healthy Living opens

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • April 27, 2021
Women's Golf Association bids farewell for season

The Longboat Key golf group played one last round before summer.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 13, 2022
Suncoast Food and Wine Fest once again the toast of Lakewood Ranch

The Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch offers another successful food and wine festival.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
East County's Siena Williams, 5, attempts to win a prize while volunteer Shirley Bryant watches. Williams scored in the carnival game and brought home a prize.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 11, 2022
Herrmann's Royal Lipizzan Stallions horse around for holidays

The Myakka City ranch hosts a special Christmas event featuring the stallions.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • May 7, 2022
2022 Dick Vitale gala raises $11 million

The 17th annual gala was held May 6.

  • Black Tie
Water activities at Siesta Key Beach, North Lido Beach and Lido Casino are not recommended, but the beaches remain open. (File photo)
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • August 11, 2022
Sarasota beaches under no-swim advisory

The Health Department finds bacteria levels at higher-than-acceptable concentrations at Siesta Key Beach, North Lido Beach and Lido Casino.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 30, 2009
Kiwanis Club to move meetings to the Key Club

The Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key moves to a new location after more than 10 years at the Colony.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 5, 2009
Wildlife rehabilitator charged for hoax

East County wildlife rehabilitator Justin Matthews was arrested Nov. 4 for staging a python capture last July.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 30, 2009
Humane Society holding adoption, neutering campaigns

The pet rescue organization is hoping to find homes for as many pets as possible and also is offering discounts on neutering services through December.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • November 12, 2009
Downtown Partnership joins Chamber of Commerce

The Partnership will become a unit of the Chamber and will have a new name รข€” Downtown Sarasota Council.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Steve Whidden |
  • December 15, 2009
Professional Golf Tips 101

Rosedale Director of Instruction and PGA Professional Steve Whidden offers tips for improving your game.

  • East County
  • Sports
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