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Rick Konsavage and Gail Loefgren
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • December 12, 2022
Off the Clock goes to Harry's for the holidays

The monthly networking event was held Thursday at Harry's Continental Kitchens.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Penny's Ice Cream offers a variety of flavors, fresh pastries and beverages like hot and iced coffee.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • March 13, 2024
Ice cream shop named for owners' beloved dog opens on Longboat

Greg Bukowski and Volha Siamashka have opened Penny's Ice Cream near the beach and hope to grow a loyal customer base.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Selby Gardens: A vision comes to life; a shinier gem
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • January 17, 2024
Selby Gardens: A vision comes to life; a shinier gem

The opening last week of the first phase of the Gardens’ $92 million master plan was a monumental culmination.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Words for 2024
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • December 27, 2023
Words for 2024

At the start of each year, we pick a word to live by. We asked others to give us their word for 2024. They all make persuasive cases.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Brenda Jameson, Caleb Jameson, Sam DiGiammarino and Connie Schindewolf
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • June 12, 2024
Childhood turtle rescue inspires student to pursue marine biology

The Longboat Key Turtle Watch helped Caleb Jameson find his path. Now, he helps others find turtle tracks.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The yellow outlines show the properties being proposed for two more housing developments along State Road 64.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 11, 2024
Will new residents sound off about racetrack noise?

Two more housing developments are being proposed within a few miles of two racetracks in Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
At their April 17 meeting, barrier island mayors discussed how they might collaborate to better enforce regulations preventing illegal trimming or removal of mangroves, like the one that occurred on Longboat in 2023.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • April 20, 2024
Barrier island officials discuss mangrove delegation, infrastructure

Mayors from Longboat Key, Anna Maria, Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach met on Longboat to address common issues.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Operation Green Light to help drivers reinstate licenses
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 14, 2023
Operation Green Light to help drivers reinstate licenses

The statewide program offers opportunities in Sarasota County for drivers to pay reduced fees and fines in March.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tampa's Madi Sparks won the Most Creative division of the costume contest at Barks and Boos with 13-year-old Daisy, who seemed to enjoy her perch in a popcorn machine.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 11, 2023
UTC event at The Green features dogs in costume

Barks and Boos drew hundreds of dog-friendly patrons and vendors.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Father, 4-year-old son die in boating incident in Braden River
  • By Jim DeLa |
  • April 15, 2024
Father, 4-year-old son die in boating incident in Braden River

Their bodies were recovered behind the water treatment plant on Ward Lake.

  • East County
  • News
The Lakewood Ranch Anglers Club hosts the Youth and Teen Fishing Seminar at Summerfield Park on April 6.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 7, 2024
Fishing experts teach all the angles

The Lakewood Ranch Anglers Club held its Youth and Teen Fishing Seminar at Summerfield Park.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • July 20, 2021
Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce hosts networking lunch at Bijou Garden Cafe

The July luncheon took mingling off Longboat Key and brought in new members.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
President Christine Johnson with Rhonda Deems, Sherry Davis and Polly Giuffrida
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • December 4, 2022
Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast brings a feast to the fields

Cats, cattle, goats and more were the name of the game at the latest fundraiser hosted by the Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast.

  • Black Tie
A 96-unit affordable housing development is proposed for county land at 4644 N. Tamiami Trail. All units will be priced attainable for those earning 80% or less of the area median income.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 21, 2023
96-unit attainable housing project proposed for Tamiami Trail

All units will be priced at an attainable level for renters at 80% or below area median income.

  • Sarasota
  • 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
City, county, schools set to resume normal operations Thursday
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 30, 2023
City, county, schools set to resume normal operations Thursday

Government offices will reopen and schools used as shelters are being prepared for students to return.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Allan Knight will take over the Cardinal Mooney High indoor volleyball program. Knight has won two FHSAA state titles in his coaching career, which has spanned more than 25 years.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 6, 2024
New Cardinal Mooney volleyball coach brings state title experience

Allan Knight has won state titles at Bishop Moore Catholic and Timber Creek High.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 21, 2023
High school football roundup: Week nine

Four area teams walked away from week nine with key wins — and four did not.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 1, 2024
APRIL FOOL: All eyes will be upon new Mote exhibit

Rare two-headed, electric eel has aquarium community abuzz.

  • April Fools
Team Europe's Robert Karlsson gives a disappointed look after his shot onto the No. 8 green at The Concession Golf Club on day two of the World Champions Cup. Karlsson and teammate Miguel Angel Jimenez would birdie the hole during the day's Six Ball session.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 8, 2023
Team International leads World Champions Cup by half point

Team USA is just a half point back with a struggling Team Europe in third at The Concession.

  • East County
  • Sports
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