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The Bath and Racquet Club has held previous workshops, including one on the project site designed to address concerns about a proposed seven-story building.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 9, 2018
Bath and Racquet redevelopment proposal advances

Residents remain opposed to plans for up to 207 residences and a seven-story building near the city’s southern border.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The meeting will be held at the commission chambers.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 30, 2014
Administrator to share budget plan

Manatee County Administrator Ed Hunzeker will share his budget plan for the next fiscal year Tuesday.

  • East County
  • News
Jennifer Santora, a former third grade teacher at B.D. Gullett Elementary School, helps Caley Ochoa with a math problem. Teachers will go through trainings to learn more ways of supporting students. File photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 22, 2022
Manatee School District implements new project to improve school climate

Thirty-three percent of students surveyed say the actions of fellow students hurt their performance, so the school district hopes Project Spark leads to better learning environment.

  • East County
  • Schools
Tiffany Barrett-Greer, a second grade teacher at Braden River Elementary School, is a finalist for the School District of Manatee County's Educator of the Year.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 5, 2022
East Bradenton school employees honored for dedication to education

Two East County teachers and two East County support staff were named finalists for Educator of the Year and Support Employee of the Year.

  • East County
  • Schools
Fausto Stampiglia calls it a career after more than 60 years.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • May 26, 2022
Rev. Fausto Stampiglia calls it a career

The beloved St. Martha Catholic Church figure has retired after 31 years at the parish.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The photography of orchids at Selby Gardens has yielded new discoveries but also indelible art. (Photo by Spencer Fordin)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • October 26, 2022
Selby orchids exhibit celebrates vibrant photography

The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens treasury has more than 20,000 digital assets, and many of them are stunning photos of orchids.

  • Arts + Culture
On Aug. 10, the larger of the two Whitney cottages was moved to its new location, a 0.44 acre plot at 521 Broadway St. The smaller cottage followed on Tuesday.
  • By John McGuire |
  • August 16, 2017
Longboat Key arts center cottages find a new home

Fundraising continues to transform two buildings into a permanent base for Longboat Key Historical Society.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The city of Sarasota has similar poles that the town of Longboat Key is considering for wireless carriers to properly install their infrastructure. File photo
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • January 25, 2022
Longboat Commission takes over decision for Verizon pole locations

The Longboat Key Town Commission is scheduled to hold a special meeting on Feb. 28 to consider Verizon’s proposal.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
 If it undertakes the 45-hole project, the city estimates it would close the Bobby Jones complex  in April 2020 and reopen in October 2021.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 11, 2019
City undecided on Bobby Jones plans

Facing the prospect of annual expenses exceeding $1.5 million, officials are considering options for renovating the municipal golf course.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota senior running back Joe Ziegler has set an initial target of 1,200 yards for the 2023 season.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 25, 2022
Prose and Kohn: Sailors football shows glimpse of potential

Sarasota High dominated Braden River on Oct. 21, 28-3, to break a seven-game losing streak to the Pirates. Is another streak set to break Friday?

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • June 23, 2022
Rotary Club passes the gavel to new president

Bo Fuller passed the gavel to Jeff Driver at the club's annual ceremony.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Despite breaking ground in early 2018, the Miss Susie’s Kitchent project has stalled out — and completing it is now a priority for multiple city commissioners. File photo.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 10, 2021
Commission discusses Newtown priorities

With the help of public input gathered in 2019, the city is developing a series of short- and long-term goals for the Newtown Community Redevelopment Area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Bay Conservancy Group formed to partner with the city on the long-term management of the bayfront, but some officials and residents are cautious about moving too fast toward an initial agreement.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 21, 2019
City extends consideration of bayfront partnership

Bayfront planners want to move quickly in pursuit of a partnership with the city. Critics are asking: What's the rush?

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 14, 2021
Manatee County Commissioners approve $6 million for animal shelter, $14.9 million for Lakewood Ranch library

Manatee County Commissioners note they can change their mind down the road if the funding seems inappropriate.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Bradenton's Dr. Dwight Fitch will lead Advocate Radiation Oncology's newest cancer treatment center in east Bradenton.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 30, 2022
Advocate Radiation Oncology opens new cancer treatment center

New east Bradenton cancer treatment center gives Lakewood Ranch area patients a short drive for care.

  • East County
  • Business
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • September 25, 2021
Men strut their stuff for fundraiser fashion show

Real Men Wear Pink 2021 was held Sept. 25.

  • Black Tie
Commissioners discussed the pros and cons of adjusting their meeting schedules on Nov. 16, ultimately directing staff to conduct some research before continuing the conversation. Image via city of Sarasota.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 17, 2020
City commissioners consider shift to evening meetings

When should the City Commission hold its meetings? Some elected officials think the night time is the right time.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The 18-acre created wetlands is part of a larger plan to renovate the 293-acre Bobby Jones Golf Club property. File photo.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 25, 2021
Regional board reverses denial of Bobby Jones wetland grant

Following support from county officials and members of the public, the Southwest Florida Water Management District endorsed the city’s request to fund a stormwater project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
This rendering depicts The Bay's finalized master plan concept for revitalizing the area around the Van Wezel.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 25, 2018
Bayfront group unveils master plan proposal

The Bay Sarasota has produced a finalized plan for redeveloping the land around the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Addison Dempsey. (Photo by Ryan Kohn.)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 21, 2022
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Addison Dempsey

The Cardinal Mooney High junior finished sixth (18:24.09) in the Elite Girls division of the North Port XC Invitational, held Sept. 16-17.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
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