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David Breitbarth (who plays Samuel Parris) returns after performing in more than 70 Asolo Rep productions. Photo by Cliff Roles
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 9, 2019
Asolo Repertory Theatre's 'The Crucible' covers themes of history, hysteria and hope

Arthur Miller’s ‘The Crucible’ packs many lessons. So what are we supposed to learn from it today? Director Michael Donald Edwards shares his thoughts.

  • Arts + Culture
Booker High's Johnnie Williams IV leaps in the air after reaching the state semifinals by beating Mariner High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 16, 2018
Proposed FHSAA playoff adjustments give coaches mixed feelings

The potential changes will be put to a vote in the fall

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Public Works Director Isaac Brownman, center in the blue shirt, explains to commissioners and members of the public about the plot of city owned land on which they stand.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 4, 2019
Tour shows possibilities of Longboat's outdoor venue site

Commissioners, staff, public take a walk to see the three-dimensional reality of on-paper proposals.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • June 13, 2019
Consider the consequences

When city commissioners take up the volatile topic of the development review process, they should probe deeply the likely effects of adding more regulation.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Emily Walsh |
  • August 26, 2019
Anti-semitism is on the rise

It’s not just in Europe. It’s rising in the U.S., too — thanks to social media. The Trump administration is making the fight against anti-Semitism a priority.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Carol Roman looks back at her art.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • August 26, 2019
Carol Roman captures the best of life wherever she is

Artist featured at All Angels by the Sea until October looks for different ways to present her works.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Project opponents packed the commission chambers Thursday, but the Planning Commission recommended approval of the Siesta Promenade applications.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 16, 2018
Planning Commission endorses Siesta Promenade plans

Despite strong resident concerns about the scope of the Stickney Point project and its effects on traffic, the advisory board recommended approving the development.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Phillippi Gardens home at  5546 Merrimac Drive recently sold for $665,000. Built in 1976, it has four bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 2,158 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $537,000 in 2016.Â
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • February 7, 2019
Greenbrook Drive home sells for $989,600

Residential real estate transactions for Jan. 21-25.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Opponents of the expansion of administrative review wore red to Thursday's City Commission meeting.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 15, 2018
City offers mixed reaction to administrative review

The commission voted against expanding regulations that allow staff to approve development proposals, but the board left open the possibility of changing course.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Diane Creasy said rugs can add a bold accent to a room.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 21, 2018
Six tips to spruce up your home's design

Interior designer Diane Creasy shares some pointers on how to make your home's interior pop.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The Sarasota Babe Ruth 13U All-Star team is heading back to the World Series for the first time since 1988.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 11, 2016
One last stand for Sarasota All-Stars

The Sarasota Babe Ruth 13U and 14U All-Star teams will compete in the Babe Ruth League World Series Aug. 11-18.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Klumpy (Fermin Llosa) warms up the crowd.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 23, 2017
A night in the life of Lakewood Ranch mascot Klumpy

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
Christina Lutton is the first girl to grace The Out-of-Door Academy's varsity football roster.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 6, 2017
Tackling barriers not a problem for Thunder senior

She is the first girl to play varsity football at ODA.

  • East County
  • Sports
Randy Bezet, the founding pastor at Bayside Community Church has lead the church's expansion along with the addition of Bayside College.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 11, 2016
Bayside College expands in Lakewood Ranch area

Church's rapid growth leads to desire to educate young leaders

  • East County
  • News
The Sarasota County School Board, from left, includes Eric Robinson, Caroline Zucker, Shirley Brown, Vice Chair Jane Goodwin, Chair Bridget Ziegler and Superintendent Todd Bowden.
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • April 11, 2018
To rebuild board trust

Sarasota School Board member Eric Robinson and Superintendent Todd Bowden unveiled their broiling distrust. The board’s effectiveness now hinges on its chair.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Andrew Hardaway plays the role of Oedipus, and Olivia Osol plays the role of his wife (who is also his mother and mother of his children). Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 8, 2017
'Oedipus' offers a modern connection to a timeless tale

The FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training shows how the message behind "Oedipus" is still relevant today.

  • Arts + Culture
Jeff is deaf with Down syndrome and dabbles in superhero portraiture. Photos by Heidi Kurpiela
  • By Heidi Kurpiela, Contributor |
  • November 23, 2017
Different Strokes: Easter Seals offers unique artistic opportunity

Easter Seals Southwest Florida found the perfect place to break free of physical limitations: a blank canvas.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • April 27, 2017
$30 million adds up

No one absconded with $30 million from the city’s pension plans. It was a series of shoddy accounting work. But given the city’s pension burdens, every error can cut into city services.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Dr. John Yee, the medical director of Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine, has led his center to a national award.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 31, 2017
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center earns a feel-good award

Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine honored for its clinical outcomes, patience satisfaction.

  • East County
  • News
Bob Goodman has an idea to construct penthouses atop Sands Point.
  • By John McGuire |
  • July 5, 2017
An idea with a view: the Sands Point redevelopment dilemma

Penthouses atop the Sands Point condo would help finance overall renovations, but Longboat commissioners are still grappling with rules for that kind of redevelopment.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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