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Zachary, Jesse, Abby, Katie and Lex Biter celebrate the first step of demolition en route to the construction of the BOLD Lofts Monday night. Jesse Biter believes the apartment project will fill a housing need downtown.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 13, 2017
Fruitville housing, office projects take shape

On the northern edge of downtown Sarasota, developers see the potential to complement the growth in the heart of the city.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Gullett Elementary Watch DOGS Charles Kersey, Chris Brown and Randy Cody walk the halls. They provide extra security and perform any tasks asked of them by the administration or teachers.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • April 13, 2017
Dads on duty

Gullett Elementary initiates program to get more dads involved at school.

  • East County
  • News
Hyatt Place Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch Culynn Murdock makes a bed in preparation for the hotel'       s April 13 opening.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 19, 2017
Hotelier has no reservations about growth spurt

Sports tourism, niche markets drive need for more hotels.

  • East County
  • News
The intimidating face of a Dragon Boat stares down opponents on Nov. 5 at the NBP Rowing Festival at Nathan Benderson Park.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 9, 2016
Dragon boat could light your competitive fire

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • East County
  • Sports
Construction hasn’t begun yet, but Greg Kveton still intends to turn the DeMarcay Hotel into an 18-story condo building.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 17, 2016
DeMarcay builder seeks change of plans

Five months after construction was supposed to begin, the developer of the DeMarcay on Palm is asking the city for an adjustment to its site plan.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Unit 202 at The Water Club has three bedrooms, five baths and 3,400 square feet of living area. It sold for $2.4 million. File photo
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • June 10, 2015
Water Club condominium sells for $2.4 million

A condominium in the Water Club at Longboat Key tops all transactions in this week’s real estate.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • June 17, 2015
People with Purpose: Eileen Roemer

Eileen Roemer discusses her life serving our country and serving our community.

  • Black Tie
  • By David Conway |
  • April 28, 2016
Development advocates lure employers downtown

As Sarasota leaders work to recruit and grow businesses in the region, filling offices downtown could lead to a boost in commercial activity, too.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A committee says the Bobby Jones facility is suffering from out-of-date irrigation and drainage systems, among other issues.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 17, 2015
Will the city invest in Bobby Jones?

An advisory committee is recommending $14.5 million worth of improvements to Bobby Jones Golf Club, but city officials will ultimately decide the future of the course.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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  • By June LeBell |
  • October 19, 2015
Music review: Ringling International Arts Festival

Ringling International Arts Festival's Asian-themed performances weave Eastern and Western cultures

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Lakewood Ranch High's Junior Advisory Board orchestrated the matchmaker questionnaire fundraiser.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • February 10, 2016
Lakewood Ranch High offers a quiz to love

In time for Valentine's Day, students try to ace a matchmaking test.

  • East County
  • News
Birthday boy Cliff Roles with hostesses Margaret Wise (left) and Mollie Nelson. Courtesy of Cliff Roles
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • February 24, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 02.25.16

Cliff Roles celebrates his birthday, Ali Miller goes to NYFW, Sarasota is still in awe of Orchid Ball and more...

  • Black Tie
The Musica Sacra Cantorum will perform with two other choirs in Deux Requiems: “The Sleeping Children.”
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • April 8, 2015
A&E Picks and Highlights 4.9.15

A&E Editor Nick Reichert picks the top events to attend this week.

  • Arts + Culture
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 15, 2015
TWIS Asks: KT Curran and Brad Bryan of 'When the Party Ends'

TWIS Asks: KT Curran and Brad Bryan of 'When the Party Ends'

  • Arts + Culture
File photo
  • By David Conway |
  • December 17, 2014
Commissioners come to Chapman's defense

The two new additions to the City Commission could sway it to reverse course and once again pay for Vice Mayor Susan Chapman's defense in an ongoing Sunshine Law case.

  • Sarasota
  • News
An array of Emily Noelle Lambert's statuary paintings constructed of castoff materials.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • February 15, 2015
Re:Purposed displays the artistic power of the discarded

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art's newest exhibit displays 10 international artists' work that employ cast-off objects that were thrown away or abandoned.

  • Arts + Culture
Lois and Nick Mancuso were the second family to close on a home in Cascades. They love the community’s close-knit feel, amenities and social opportunities.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 11, 2015
Cascades community celebrates 10 years

The East County community offers residents classes such as pottery and line dancing, as well as other amenities.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Town Manager Dave Bullock made it clear Monday night he’s not comfortable discussing employment decisions with the Longboat Key Town Commission.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 2, 2015
Commission questions utility of proposed position

The town manager became irked when the Longboat Key Town Commission began questioning personnel decisions he's charged with overseeing.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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  • By Nick Reichert |
  • November 24, 2014
Movie Review: Rosewater

Movie Review: Rosewater

  • Arts + Culture
Members' work is displayed at meetings so they can see what others are doing. Photo by Pam Eubanks
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • November 24, 2014
Photography group focuses on 200 members

The Lakewood Ranch Digital Photography Club has grown so much, it's starting to run out of room.

  • East County
  • News
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