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Adam Bowman, Marco Vannucci and Quayshaun "Q" Oliver make up the band AWAKENNATION. Photo Courtesy
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • August 8, 2019
Local band premieres first song 'Sarasota'

The band AWAKENNATION featured lyrics about Sarasota Bay and the Ringling family in the city-themed song.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lauren Ward as Mary's thoughts, Lauren Nielsen as Mary in "What Was I Thinking?" by Marvin Albert. Photo courtesy of Theatre Odyssey.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • February 21, 2018
Theatre Odyssey takes short plays 'On the Road'

The second annual tour will kick off with an open formal dress rehearsal on Feb. 25.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 19, 2022
LECOM Suncoast Classic remains wide open after round three

Michael Gellerman leads at 17 under par, but he has plenty of competiton

  • East County
  • Sports
About 20 or so people attended the Longboat Key statutory meeting on Monday, March 23, 2020. Town staff did its best to space out the chairs to practice appropriate social distancing amid concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • March 23, 2020
Longboat's new commission OKs emergency resolution

The Longboat Key Town Commission is planning to meet electronically on April 6.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Maurice Overholt at Longboat Island Chapel
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • April 19, 2021
Longboat Island Chapel welcomes new music director

Maurice Overholt took over Sunday services at Longboat Island Chapel.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
"Pinka Dinka Do" by Jacqueline Clark was awarded first prize at the ArtCenter Manatee's My Happy Place juried exhibition. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • July 13, 2022
The best things to do around Sarasota for July 21-27

There's plenty of art, music, theater and comedy in the offing for Sarasota audiences this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Bob Rogers and Maria Kava
  • By Katie Johns |
  • December 15, 2018
Porsches in the Park bring car enthusiasts to St. Armands

On Dec. 15, Porsche vehicles from all over the state crowded St. Armands Circle Park.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
(File photo)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 10, 2022
Development, housing key issues for County Commission candidates

The candidates say that single-member districts open up possibilities for new faces.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Nancy Curtis snaps a photo of an owl while Jonathan Handee keeps an eye on the bird.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 8, 2019
Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce hosts appreciative event

The annual Chairman's Reception recognized everyone from past leaders to the newest members.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 16, 2022
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Safety, uh, first?

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
The home on Gulfside Road was Built in 2010. It has three bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths and 4,201 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • November 28, 2021
Gulfside Road home sells for $6.3 million

Sleepy Lagoon property is the top seller in the Longboat Key area for Nov. 15-19.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • August 25, 2020
Siesta Beach again ranked No. 1

Tripadvisor's annual Travelers Choice Awards ranked the beach No. 1 in the U.S. and No. 11 in the world.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Corey, Jett, Risa and Skate Segal
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • February 22, 2016
Movie night starring Temple Sinai

Temple Sinai saves the day with showing of "The Incredibles."

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan with CasAntica owner Peter Migliaccio.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • February 14, 2013
Feb. 14: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Love Story Contest; Longboat Key love stories; Voice of Love: Bob Amer; Hermitage Artist Retreat: Ginna Hoben

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Seaward Development promises its plans will pay homage to Mira Mar's 100-year history. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • June 13, 2022
Mira Mar building could be demolished to build more downtown condos

Sarasota-based Seaward Development promises its plan will pay homage to Mira Mar's 100-year history.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 22, 2009
Residents ask for prayers ... and a sign

Jim and Susan Pressly, Longbeach Village residents, want others to pray for their injured granddaughter. But they were told the banner in their yard violates town codes.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Players Centre for Performing Arts and Bay Park Conservancy are vying for control of Municipal Auditorium. (Andrew Warfield)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 6, 2022
Sarasota City Commission sends Municipal Auditorium lease back to staff

After The Players Centre and Bay Park Conservancy failed to reach a compromise on leasing Municipal Auditorium, the City Commission sent the matter back to staff for further evaluation.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Employee “Pcards” that act as credit cards will be shut down during the freeze.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • April 28, 2014
School district enacts spending freeze

To balance its budget, the Manatee County School District has enacted a spending freeze effective Monday, April 28 through June 30.

  • East County
  • News
Sun King co-founder Clay Robinson is moving his beer business and his family to Florida. (Photo by Spencer Fordin)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • July 29, 2022
Sarasota's newest brewery opens on Mango Avenue

Clay Robinson, the co-founder of Sun King Brewing, isn't just opening a new venue in Sarasota. He's moving his life and family here.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Katie Johns |
  • February 12, 2019
John Ramsey speaks to Longboat Republicans

The Republican Club of Longboat hosted its monthly meeting Feb. 12 in the Harbourside Ballroom.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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