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Gov. Ron DeSantis tweeted this play on the Revolutionary War flag first flown in 1775 as a battle cry against British rule.
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • October 28, 2021
Keep going, Governor

Unlike many of his peers, Gov. Ron DeSantis has the guts to stand up to Washington and defend Floridians’ livelihoods.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 7, 2018
This Week in Sarasota 11.08.18

A look at our favorite arts and entertainment events taking place this week in Sarasota, including a BookStore1Sarasota book signing, Big Top Brewing Co. comedy night and Asolo Repertory Theatre’s "The Music Man."

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Barbara P. Arau
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 26, 2013
Obituary: Barbara P. Arau

Barbara P. Arau, 83, died June 18.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Fireworks start at 9 p.m. People should be in their designated parking areas by 8:30 p.m. File photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 1, 2020
A celebration with pop at Nathan Benderson Park

Nathan Benderson Park's Fireworks on the Lake will require a ticket to ensure social distancing.

  • East County
  • News
Kathryn Parks based her character, Lilly Green, on herself and her experience performing in local theater. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • April 11, 2018
Zooming in on local filmmakers at the 2018 Sarasota Film Festival

SFF is celebrating its 20th anniversary by refocusing on independent — especially local — filmmakers.

  • Arts + Culture
Gail Condrick now sits on the board of directors for Veriditas, which aims to create personal growth through the labyrinth experience.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 19, 2018
Longboater aims to create labyrinth awareness

LBK’s Gail Condrick recently was named to the Veriditas board of directors.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • December 16, 2015
Republican Club has a Grand Old Party

The Republican Club of Longboat Key celebrated the holidays Dec. 15.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Abigail Hagan, an intern for Gulf Coast Music Therapy, sings a "Hello" song to a group of students.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 18, 2019
Getting through the wintertime blues

Getting through the wintertime blues

  • Health
Collin Morikawa won the 2021 World Golf Championships-Workday Championship at The Concession, which was held at Bradenton’s The Concession Golf Club. The event was a boon to the area’s worldwide recognition.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 20, 2021
In the (Golf) Spotlight

When a PGA tournament switched venues at the last minute, the Lakewood Ranch area rallied to ensure it made the most from the national TV exposure.

  • LWR Life
Munchies 420 bartender Skippy Forbes shows off the Fire in Your Hole wings. Courtesy photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 5, 2018
The jaws of victory: Sarasotans can take on a number of food challenges

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Karen Slomba gets a kiss from Truffles, a hound miix, at Nate's Honor Animal Rescue in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 14, 2017
Nate's Honor Animal Rescue of Lakewood Ranch joins forces to help veterans

Grant will help Nate's and Paws and Warriors pair veterans with companion pets.

  • East County
  • News
1. Mooney junior Jordyn Byrd was named the Gatorade Florida Volleyball Player of the Year in January.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 26, 2022
Top 10 moments from the Sarasota high school sports season

State championships, incredible streaks and a Player of the Year award: The 2021-2022 season had it all.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
"Portrait of a Lady on Fire."
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 18, 2020
Binge Blog: Don't regret, remember

Binge Blog's top 10 films of the year — sort of.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 31, 2010
Meeting moved to temple

The Planning and Zoning Board's special meeting to review code changes suggested by The Longboat Key Club and Resort will now be held at Temple Beth Israel, 567 Bay Isles Road.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
This year's sale is held in the Scottish Rite building.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • January 26, 2022
Karin Gustafson leads her 15th annual estate sale

The 15th annual Karin's Causes sales starts Jan. 27.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Heather Dunhill
  • By Stephanie Hannum |
  • February 20, 2013
Guest Fashion Editor: Heather Dunhill

Heather Dunhill lives each day to the highest fashion degree -- her style is feminine with an architectural edge. The fashionista writes Sarasota magazine's monthly column, Fashion IQ, as well a weekly style blog.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 23, 2018
FDOT recommends 65-foot span to replace Cortez drawbridge

Design work set to begin in 2019, but construction funding not yet set aside.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Temple Emanu-El Associate Rabbi Michael Shefrin and his son Jacob donned protective masks decorated with frogs – a reminder of the plague of frogs visited on Egypt during the Passover story.
  • By Guest Author |
  • April 17, 2020
You Observed: Passover at Temple Emanu-el

Temple prepares for traditional celebration with smaller, safer gatherings.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jane Vargas and Arlene Skversky
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • February 13, 2020
Voter registration booth here to help

Volunteers are here to answer all your questions about how and where to vote.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ross Toussaint is pictured near the bioswale between his property and Christ Church of Longboat Key.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • August 6, 2020
Longboat Key drainage dispute lasts decade

Ross Toussaint claims Christ Church of Longboat Key has caused damage to his property through stormwater runoff from a bioswale that provides insufficient drainage.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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