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By Carter Weinhofer |
December 18, 2024

Spanish Main Yacht Club almost recovered from hurricane damage

Two months after hurricanes Helene and Milton, residents of the condominium community are still unable to live in their units, but the board said the recovery effort is turning a corner.

Longboat Key
News

By Vinnie Portell |
January 29, 2025

East County high schools finish above state average in graduation rate

Braden River, Lakewood Ranch and Parrish high schools excel through individual attention and identifying at-risk students.

East County
Schools

By Vinnie Portell |
May 7, 2025

Braden River baseball's playoff run is no accident

A senior-laden Pirates team is playing as if every game is its last.

East County
Sports

By Carter Weinhofer |
February 19, 2025

Beach traffic issue flow raised again by north-end Longboat community

Traffic is inevitable, but the north-end community group thinks a simple solution for the exits on Coquina Beach could make a big difference.

Longboat Key
News

By Madison Bierl |
May 20, 2025

Lakewood Ranch High honored with Support Music Merit Award

The award from the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation recognizes schools that demonstrate exceptional achievement.

East County
Schools

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 27, 2025

Officers investigate report of fishermen spitting in Gulf

The complainant said the group was throwing objects and spitting in the water, prompting police response. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Jim DeLa |
February 21, 2025

Opa! St. Barbara Greek Festival is a feast

The 41st annual event continues through Sunday at St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church.

East County
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
May 16, 2025

Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance presents its Next Gen Awards

Lakewood Ranch Communities' Nicole Hackel earns the Young Leaders Alliance' Member of the Year award.

East County
Business

By Marty Fugate |
May 16, 2025

Tsunami Sushi continues to evolve with menu items aimed to please everyone

Jeffrey Karasawa and Jason Klamson share their recipe for excellence at Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi Grill's Lakewood Ranch location.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Dana Kampa |
April 5, 2025

St. Armands church celebrates installation of pipe organ years in the making

With more than 2,000 pipes involved, the new organ at St. Armands Key Lutheran Church brings a bold musical presence to the Circle.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
August 11, 2025

Church of the Redeemer prepares Alta Vista students with Back-to-School Bash

The event offered supplies and services before the start of school including shoes and clothing items, backpacks and vision and dental exams.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
June 9, 2025

Manatee County commissioners debate whether a hiring freeze is needed

As the budget season approaches, commissioners question the current processes.

East County
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
April 2, 2025

Manatee County prioritizes Braden River in stormwater plans

Clearing the Braden River's banks of debris and downed trees landed in the first phase of a nearly $10 million project.

East County
News

By Ian Swaby |
July 14, 2025

ReptiDay provides destination for reptile enthusiasts

The event also featured other unusual pets and exotic animals.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
April 24, 2025

St. Regis tops hotel 'It List'

Travel + Leisure named St. Regis Longboat Key Resort to its "It List" of best new hotels.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
June 4, 2025

New construction leads to 5.39% increase in Longboat Key property values

Notable projects like the St. Regis Longboat Key sparked the increase in property values in 2025.

Longboat Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
June 3, 2025

Riverview High School graduates take the next step

Some 470 graduates took to the stage at Robarts Arena.

Sarasota
Schools

By Eric Snider |
February 21, 2025

Fire chief prepares to pass the torch of public safety

Lee Whitehurst's passion to become a firefighter was kindled as a teenager. Five decades later, with retirement looming, he remains devoted to the craft.