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  • By Pam Nadon |
  • March 26, 2018
'Unsane' is a disappointing borefest that could have been a decent thriller

Not even a unique filming method and a Matt Damon cameo could save Steven Soderbergh's new film.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 7, 2017
Cops Corner 9.7

Enjoy this week's installment of Cops Corner from Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • June 27, 2019
Summer at the circus

The Circus Arts Conservatory’s camps fuel a love of performing for kids from 5-15.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 18, 2012
Commission to discuss Armstrong settlement

The commission will hold a special meeting to discuss an agreement in which the town would accept a $650 fine plus a $2,117.50 lien against the Armstrong property.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Fountains of Hope executive director Karla Oliver said it was frustrating at times to wait for the COVID-19 vaccine. Residents and staff will receive their first doses Jan. 22.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • January 20, 2021
Senior facilities in Lakewood Ranch begin to receive vaccine

Assisted living facilities in Lakewood Ranch begin to vaccinate residents and staff

  • East County
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • December 16, 2016
Men sip and shop to raise money for Child Protection Center

CPC supporters flocked to the Edson Keith Mansion on Dec. 15.

  • Black Tie
Photo courtesy of Dry Dock
  • By Katie Johns |
  • June 6, 2018
Sip and Save

Dry Dock Waterfront Grill has eliminated plastic straws as a way to help the environment.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort Association has chosen Unicorp National Development to build condos and a hotel at the shuttered property.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 11, 2016
Colony moves closer to redevelopment

The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort Association has chosen Unicorp National Development as its representative in planning a hotel  and condos at the shuttered property.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • February 15, 2017
Seaplace enjoys night of Motown music

Kim Jenkins performed "Strictly '60s music" for those present on Feb. 15.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Kristen Stewart in "Personal Shopper."
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 25, 2020
Binge Blog: Is it you? Or is it just me?

A lightning round of second chances fill this week's selections.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Ficus trees on Sands Point property were trimmed improperly, according to Longboat Key town planner Steve Schield.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 20, 2011
Tree trimming: too much off the top?

After questioning from two Sands Points residents, town planner Steve Schield ruled five ficus trees were improperly cut.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dr. Jennifer Bencie, the Manatee County Health Officer for the Florida Department of Health, said mass vaccination sites will likely fade away as people start receiving doses through pharmacies or their health care providers.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • April 14, 2021
Manatee County switches to first-come, first-serve vaccinations

Manatee County might not use mass vaccination sites much longer

  • East County
  • News
Mila and Mora Muise hug the Easter Bunny at Mar Vista on April 15. They were just two of many kids who searched for 2,300 eggs.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 15, 2017
Mar Vista lays sweet Easter surprise

The dockside restaurant hosted its 29th annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 15.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Michael Merino and Owen Lippincott work together to figure out an attachment to the robot so it can complete more missions during competitions.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 10, 2021
New challenge for BotTanks in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch's gifted STEM students must compete virtually in the FIRST program.

  • East County
  • News
Construction continues on the addition at Braden River Middle School.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • September 1, 2021
Growth in the Lakewood Ranch-area leads to more school construction

Renovations planned for seven Lakewood Ranch-area schools, along with a new school.

  • East County
  • Schools
Chris Albright, a board member of the Sarasota Republican Club, fist bumps Tommy Gregory, who won a second term representing District 73 in the Florida House of Representatives.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • November 4, 2020
No close calls in East County elections in races for Manatee County commission seats, Manatee school board and District 73 representative

Mary Foreman unseats incumbent Dave Miner in the Manatee school board race while State Representative Tommy Gregory earns a second term for District 73. Manatee County commission races are runaways.

  • East County
  • News
Reentry to the island after a mandatory evacuation is one of the emergency management issues raised in the town's proposal.
  • By Sten Spinella |
  • September 10, 2019
Longboat Key proposes one-county solution in case of emergencies

Plan would allow Longboat to coordinate only with Sarasota County before and during a storm.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
East Coast Chamber Orchestra will perform February 5, as part of Sarasota Concert Association's Great Performers Series. Photo Courtesy East Coast Chamber Orchestra.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • May 2, 2013
Sarasota Concert Association announces 2014 series

The 69th year of the Great Performers Series will open January 6, 2014 with pianist Marc-Andre Hamelin

  • Arts + Culture
Utilities Director Bill Riebe said a study with University of Central Florida would be used to inform future decisions about the city's water system.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 15, 2018
Despite concerns, city water study moves ahead

The city wants to spend nearly $200,000 to examine options for improving drinking water — a proposal that drew objections from two city commissioners.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Cellist David Finckel and his wife, pianist Wu Han, performed Jan. 24 at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Courtesy photo
  • By Edward Alley |
  • January 28, 2019
Impressive weekend of orchestral concerts show need for new music hall

Sarasota Orchestra and The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center concerts shine.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
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