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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
Richard Mandell (center) during a master plan walk at the Bobby Jones Golf Complex. (Courtesy City of Sarasota)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 27, 2022
Bobby Jones renovation designer draws inspiration from original architect

Richard Mandell has been at work on the city of Sarasota's golf project since 2017.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Vacation rentals like this one in East County currently are not allowed for short-term rentals. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 19, 2020
Manatee County advances plan to reopen vacation rentals

The plan must be reviewed by state the Department of Business and Professional Regulation and the governor's office.

  • East County
  • News
Kyle Grimes, an attorney for Schroeder-Manatee Ranch, speaks at the Dec. 15 meeting.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 19, 2023
Race village proposed for SR 64 development near racetracks

Schroeder-Manatee Ranch has tweaked its plan to attract racetrack-friendly homeowners to Taylor Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
A land amendment that would allow development beyond the Future Development Area Boundary line under limited circumstances was approved for transmittal by the Manatee County Commission on Thursday.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • April 15, 2021
Manatee County sends development boundary line amendment request to state

After the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity reviews the development request, Manatee Commission will decide whether development will be allowed east of the development boundary line.

  • East County
  • News
Doctors Hospital of Sarasota CEO Robert Meade and Congressman Vern Buchanan met today to discuss how the hospital is handling a "presumptive  positive" case for the COVID-19 virus. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 2, 2020
Manatee County mobilizes against coronavirus threat after resident tests positive

Manatee County officials say threat remains 'low' for coronavirus spread.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 21, 2022
Sarasota alights on bridge holiday plan

City commissioners settle on a lineup for Ringling Bridge lighting displays.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sophomore Ryann Hilyer will be exhibiting the Lakewood Ranch High School's Future Farmers of America chapter steer, Bill. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 13, 2021
Show time for east Bradenton FFA students

Lakewood Ranch High's FFA creates Ranch Buyers Club to promote students' projects at Manatee County Fair.

  • East County
  • Schools
Trey Studi, who plays third base and catcher, said his favorite moment of All-Stars was hitting a double in the gap against Saint Petersburg in the sectional tournament.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 12, 2023
Lakewood Ranch Little League U10 All-Stars reach state tournament

The team made its run to states by playing small ball as a complete unit.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 4, 2022
Meals on Wheels Plus hosts Empty Bowls on Lakewood Main Street

People came for the soup, bowls and camaraderie but, most of all, to support the social services organization.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • December 21, 2011
Town discusses law of the landscape

The law of landscaping requirements could soon have a slightly different look. The Longboat Key Town Commission reached consensus at its Dec. 15 regular workshop to forward two ordinances related to landscaping for first reading and public hearing.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Larysa Switlyk of "Larysa Unleashed"
  • By James Peter |
  • June 28, 2023
Hunter aims to teach the importance of conservation

Sarasota's Larysa Switlyk has taken a path less traveled to make her mark as an adventure TV host. Now she’s launching a nonprofit to get more people outdoors and educate on hunting and conservation.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
A cellphone tower is planned just behind this playground in the Lorraine Lakes neighborhood in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 25, 2023
Manatee explores moving Lorraine Lakes' proposed cellphone tower

Commissioner Vanessa Baugh asked county staff to research putting the cellphone tower on adjacent county land.

  • East County
  • News
Unicorp’s owner, Chuck Whittall, saved the town, taxpayers and Colony unit owners hassles, time, legal fees and at least $1 million by paying for and managing the town-ordered demolition of the Colony. He didn’t have to do that.Â
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • December 5, 2018
No good deed goes unpunished

What kind of thanks do you get for investing $600 million and boosting the values of Longboat Key? The same old Longboat thanks.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Are we keeping Longboat, Longboat?
  • By Letters to the Editor |
  • April 25, 2023
Are we keeping Longboat, Longboat?

Readers take issue with the St. Regis parking garage proposal.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
One of Lorraine Robertson's passions is playing the piano. (Photo by Jay Heater)
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 21, 2022
Far more to come in this Lakewood Ranch story

Staying busy, 87-year-old Lorraine Robertson wrote and released a book, "The Saga of a Holistic Physician," between bridge group, painting sessions and piano recitals.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 15, 2021
Sand sculptors compete at returning Siesta Key Crystal Classic

The event ran through Nov. 12-15.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Paul Gavin and his band will play Jazz at Two on Friday.
  • By Emily Leinfuss |
  • January 16, 2023
Jazz series showcases regional musicians with traditional performances

The Jazz Club of Sarasota hosts diverse lineup of Southwest Florida talent in its 'Jazz at Two' series this season.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • March 15, 2021
County opens COVID-19 vaccine registration to all adults

Anyone over the age of 18 can register for a COVID-19, but appointments will be scheduled based on eligibility.

  • Sarasota
  • News
An elevator and custom staircase both lead to a rooftop deck on the fourth level complete with a jacuzzi.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • January 25, 2023
Top residential real estate sales for Jan. 9-13 on Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key, Bird Key

A Lido Key home on North Polk Drive tops this week's sales at $5.73 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
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