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Kate Flowers is the co-founder of Azara Ballet.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • November 13, 2023
New dance company makes a 'pointe' on mental health, inclusivity

Azara Ballet is a nonprofit contemporary dance company in Sarasota that promotes body positivity and offers outreach programs for the neurodivergent community.

  • Arts + Culture
ODA junior Tiernan George rockets the ball up the field against Seffner Christian.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 21, 2024
ODA girls soccer players complete undefeated regular season

The Thunder players are 12-0-1 after an 8-0 home win over Seffner Christian on Jan. 18.

  • East County
  • Sports
The new Gulf Island Ferry System utilizes two catamarans, providing residents with a new way to travel between downtown Bradenton and Anna Maria Island.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • November 1, 2023
Ferry service between Bradenton, Anna Maria Island to begin by end of 2023

Three initial stops for the Gulf Islands Water Ferry will allow travelers to enjoy the water going from downtown Bradenton to the barrier islands.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Emily Walsh |
  • November 9, 2022
Instructions from Ian

While we await the effects of Tropical Storm Nicole, we should take heed of the lessons we learned from Hurricane Ian.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Residents should see equipment mobilizing on Bogey Lane by early November, according to Public Works Director Isaac Brownman.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • October 31, 2023
Country Club Shores asbestos pipe replacement begins

The multiphase project on Longboat Key will start with Country Club Shores IV and V and will wrap up by early 2025 before proceeding to the final two phases.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Although downtown has drawn attention for a wave of new condo construction, older residential buildings such as the Essex House remain standing — and occupants face challenges to maintain the quality of an aging structure.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 30, 2021
Downtown Sarasota condo owners grapple with maintenance challenges

The collapse of a building in Surfside, Florida is just one factor creating a more intense interest in issues associated with managing residential towers.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The St. Armands Business Improvement District will expire later this year unless it is renewed by Aug. 7
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 14, 2023
St. Armands property owners to make second bid to renew business district

Falling just short of a 10-year renewal of the St. Armands Business Improvement District, its board will begin the process for a second ballot for property owners on the Circle.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Art Davis handles a backhand volley. (File photo)
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 28, 2022
Key Club's expansion leads to more pickleball access

Supply and demand plays out across town as the sport becomes increasingly popular.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Plans for Banditos Tacos & Tequila include a rooftop lounge with the bar service area beneath an enclosable structure. Under the city's new definitions, it will be considered an indoor bar.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 20, 2024
In defining bars and clubs, city asks: Do restaurants need kitchens?

The city of Sarasota's proposed zoning definitions of downtown restaurants, bars and nightclubs would impact those establishments' operations, hours and outdoor seating.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Easter bunny will make a grand entrance as he did at EGGstravaganza in 2022.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 29, 2023
EGGstravaganza to return to Waterside Place in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch's biggest egg hunt will have thousands of eggs for children to gather on April 1.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
A rendering of One Park, which is planned to span across Quay Commons on blocks 1 and 9 in The Quay.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • July 5, 2023
Request to delay Planning Board appointments rejected

City Commission declines delay on naming two new Planning Board members until after One Park matter concludes.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Cafe L'Europe staff in the Late '70s.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • August 30, 2023
Cafe L'Europe builds on tradition for 50th anniversary

The St. Armands Circle restaurant has served the area for 50 years and trained many local restaurateurs.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
A K-8 school is planned for 40 acres south of Academic Avenue and a quarter-mile east of Uihlein Road.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 7, 2023
Three new schools planned for East County

An elementary school, a K-8 school and a high school are planned to help alleviate over-capacity schools and address growth in eastern Manatee.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 31, 2022
Friars golfers get together for 28th anniversary

The Longboat Key golfers haven't met in two years.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Senior Biologist Valeriy Palubok samples water from a dock at Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • March 28, 2023
Mote red tide water samples remain unalarming

Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium scientists have been collecting daily water samples for over 50 years regardless of the presence of red tide.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sound Snatcher is a fan favorite character of the show, "Sounder & Friends." (Courtesy photo)
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • September 29, 2022
Lakewood Ranch resident co-creates children's program to improve literacy

Heather Kenny's idea for children's program "Sounder & Friends" has come to fruition after 20 years.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • August 21, 2018
Longboat dismisses three citations for short-term rentals

Longboat's Planning, Zoning and Building director dismissed three citations for short term rentals on the grounds that not enough evidence was provided.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dakin Dairy Farms cows are mechanically milked. The farm is being sold and owner Jerry Dakin hopes the farm will remain in agriculture. It is one of the last dairy farms in Manatee County.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 6, 2023
Dairy business in Manatee County faces uncertain future

With Dakin Dairy for sale, Cameron Dakin Dairy might not be far behind.

  • East County
  • News
Troy Roberts and Scott Ruberg show off the new batch of limited-edition “Scooter of the Beach” rum.
  • By Eric Snider |
  • May 2, 2023
Siesta Key Rum dives into more success with its recent release

Siesta Key Rum recently released the second batch of a limited-edition label in recognition of the celebrated Siesta Key lifeguard "Scooter of the Beach."

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
How the states' highway systems rank, via Reason Foundation's 27th Annual Highway Report
  • By Adrian Moore |
  • June 7, 2023
Florida highways among top 10

Don’t be shocked. When compared to other states, Florida’s DOT keeps the state’s urban and rural highways well-maintained. Fatalities are a weakness.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
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