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East County's Mylon Shamble is trying to make a name for herself on American Idol.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 14, 2018
East County woman faces the pressure of American Idol

Lakewood Ranch High graduate waits for her time in the spotlight.

  • East County
  • News
In addition to shifting to walk-up  vaccination clinics at the mall, the Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County hopes extended hours of operation will draw individuals who haven’t yet gotten a shot.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 15, 2021
Vaccine distribution enters new phase

As supplies grow more plentiful, Sarasota County health officials are focused on encouraging harder-to-reach populations to get vaccinated.  

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mason Wroe rips a shot during last season's action. The new season opens Dec. 19.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 15, 2021
All aboard for the Sarasota Polo Club's opening day in Lakewood Ranch

The Sarasota Polo Club opens its season Dec. 19 in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • April 17, 2018
Sarasota Orchestra friends celebrates the last chord

The Grande Finale dinner was hosted April 17 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
The year-to-date number of building permits issued in Sarasota County decreased slightly from 2021.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 3, 2022
At midway point of county budget, the numbers are lining up

As commissioners begin looking at next fiscal year, a look back at current budget year appears rosy though economist recommends keeping an eye on the long term.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Steve Germaine has been named CFO of the Bay Park Conservancy.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 7, 2023
Bay Park Conservancy hires first full-time CFO

The Bay Park Conservancy continues to develop its executive suite by naming Steve Germaine to lead its finances.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
The cast of Florida Studio Theatre's "We're Doomed" can plot to survive any calamity. (Photo by Harry Sayer)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • August 10, 2022
FST's 'We're Doomed' takes a shot at disaster movies

Every night is a disaster. And that's just the way the cast of Florida Studio Theatre's newest improv show likes it.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • July 31, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Aug. 1

A look at our favorite arts and entertainment calendar events taking place this week in Sarasota and Venice.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Asher shows 7-year-old Claire Pies some love.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 13, 2023
Miniature tasks lead to big lessons at Hundred Oaks Farm

Campers spend quality time with mini horses and donkeys while learning how to care for them at the East County ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
A dilapidated seawall that needs repairs at 759 St. Judes Drive N. has caused a rift between the Town Commission and its code board. Photo by Kurt Schultheis
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 10, 2015
Does slippery slope start with seawall?

There’s no quick fix for a dilapidated seawall owned by a family that can’t afford the repairs.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The town of Longboat Key has reestablished some of its COVID-19-related protocols. Anyone entering Town Hall will need to wear a mask and undergo a temperature check before being seated.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • August 19, 2021
Longboat Key reestablishes mask requirement in town facilities

On Wednesday, the town of Longboat Key reestablished some of its COVID-19-related protocols.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • July 21, 2022
Longboat Key Cops Corner: A noise for news

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 6, 2022
Little ranchers bond through agriculture lessons in Lakewood Ranch

Little Ranchers gives students opportunities to learn about animals, plants and the environment while building friendships.

  • East County
  • Schools
Sarasota Ballet's Theatre of Dreams. Courtesy photo.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • April 17, 2013
Sarasota Ballet announces 2013/2014 season

Highlights of the season include Ashton's "Les Illuminations," a world premiere by Will Tuckett, a second showcase of The Nutcracker and a still-to-be confirmed guest performance by Johan Kobborg, Alina Cojocaru of The Royal Ballet.

  • Arts + Culture
  • In Memoriam |
  • October 5, 2021
Kathryn Wendt Hannon

Kathy was born on July 16, 1944 in Pittsburg, Kansas and died in her home Sept. 11, 2021.

  • Sarasota
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Fine Arts Society awarded $46,300 in scholarships last month. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • June 5, 2019
Scene & Heard 06.07.19

From scholarships and awards to a call to artists, there's plenty going on this week on the art scene.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Traffic on and off Longboat Key remains a top concern for residents who filled out the survey.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 31, 2023
FDOT resets schedule for roundabout work, lane closures

Work on U.S. 41 and on Gulfstream Avenue exiting the barrier islands will require overnight and daytime lane closures Sunday through Thursday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota PD grants 4-year-old's wish, swears in youngest officer
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 28, 2023
Sarasota PD grants 4-year-old's wish, swears in youngest officer

At age 4, cancer patient Andrew Pickart's beach trip wish was enhanced as he became an honorary officer of the Sarasota Police Department.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jack Rozance and Scott Weusthoff at the 2020 Veterans Day celebration, which was hampered by the arrival of Tropical Storm Eta. File photo.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 1, 2021
Rotary Club of Longboat Key hosts Veterans Day drive

The club is collecting money, sneakers and bikes for Turning Points' Yellow Ribbon Program.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Mimi Carlin gets a blow out at Blow la la.
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • January 30, 2019
Fashion Insider: Gala ready

See how co-chairwoman Mimi Carlin gets ready for her big event.

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