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Student filmmaker Will Mauricette stands out from the crowd. (Photo: Spencer Fordin)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • April 1, 2022
Ringling College student filmmaker hopes for success at film festival

Will Mauricette had a dream. But first he had to develop his skills before he could see it to fruition.

  • Arts + Culture
Medical Assisting students Esbeydi Penaloza and Jackie Pizano go through how to teach someone how to use a walker.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 24, 2021
Healthcare workers on the way in Manatee County

Manatee Technical College goes to hybrid programs to meet increasing healthcare industry needs.

  • East County
  • News
Work continues on the cafeteria and multipurpose room of Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy. (Photo by Liz Ramos)
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 13, 2022
Construction on charter school's first phase nears completion

With an Aug. 10 opening day approaching, construction crews have the coming Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy on schedule.

  • East County
  • Schools
Before October 2020, Longboat Key had its last reported coyote sighting in 2018.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • January 12, 2021
FWC holds coyote safety meeting after Longboat Key sightings

The FWC recommends hazing a coyote to scare it away.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 5, 2010
IPOC will challenge code amendments

Attorney Michael Furen has prepared a petition challenge in the event the Town Commission approves code changes May 20.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Longboat Key Fire Rescue personnel put out a boat fire in Sarasota Bay. Photo provided by the town of Longboat Key.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • May 10, 2021
Longboat Key planning to add firefighter cancer protections to Town Code

The proposed ordinance is subject to a second reading and final vote.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 20, 2022
East Bradenton students share their Christmas wishes in letters to Santa

From pets to hoverboards, scooters and more, Braden River, Tara and McNeal elementary first graders and kindergartners share what they want Santa to deliver.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 23, 2020
St. Armands Key Lutheran Church gets into the Christmas spirit

Church members gathered Nov. 21 to hang lights and decorate the church's many trees.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • February 9, 2021
Temple Beth Israel continues food drives

The temple has been hosting food drives for Second Chance, Last Opportunity since September.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • September 18, 2022
Sarasota Children's Garden embraces pirate life

Children had a lively time at the annual Talk Like A Pirate Day event.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The planned Aventon Sarasota apartments is across University Parkway from the SRQ runway. The airport is challenging the legality of the rezoning and site plan approval.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 9, 2022
Airport files two legal actions against city over apartments approval

Despite pending mediation, the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport has filed preemptive challenges against the city over rezoning and approval of apartments at the former kennel club site.

  • Sarasota
  • News
In May, the town transitioned from Longboat Code Red to Alert Longboat Key.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • September 17, 2020
Don't expect emergency sirens anytime soon in Longboat Key

Commissioners discussed the town's emergency notification system on Monday.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Calusa's BA PB Swirl is for the seasoned drinkers ranking in at 14.2%.
  • By Emma Burke |
  • April 9, 2023
3 Sarasota breweries that knock it out of the park

Whether you're craving a fruity pale ale or a coffee porter, Big Top Brewing Company, Good Liquid Brewing Company and Calusa Brewing are the perfect spots to get your brew on.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Manatee County is converting 15 schools into shelters as Hurricane Ian approaches. (File photo)
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 26, 2022
Manatee schools shift to evacuation shelters

The Manatee County School District closes schools Tuesday until further notice ahead of Hurricane Ian.

  • East County
  • News
The "Ballroom Florida" exhibit at the John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art depicts a brief moment of time in Japanese history. (Photo by Spencer Fordin)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • August 3, 2022
Japan's jazz age depicted in new Ringling exhibit

Six paintings by Enomoto Chikatoshi form the heart of a Ringling Museum exhibit that depicts a brief era right before World War II.

  • Arts + Culture
A rendering of the Chamberlin's Natural Foods will anchor 30,000 square feet of Center Point at Lakewood Ranch. Graphic Provided.
  • By Scott Lockwood |
  • October 22, 2021
Construction set to ramp up on Center Point project in Lakewood Ranch

Supply chain shortages have put the Center Point project several months behind. Anchor restaurants Owens Fish Camp, Olivia's expected to break ground in November.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 19, 2021
Here's the pitch: Fruitville Elementary students make, promote and sell self-made toys

Mrs. Jeanette Schwaed's fourth grade class gets a lesson in sustainability and entrepreneurship with class project.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Earth movers continue shaping the 18th fairway at the Bobby Jones Golf Course as sod around the green takes hold and the green awaits planting.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 9, 2023
City approves budget for Bobby Jones buildings

A guaranteed maximum price of $5.29 million is set for restrooms, starter building, range building and a temporary clubhouse at the city-owned golf course as restoration work continues.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jim Martin with Boys and Girls Clubs of Sarasota County members.
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • October 31, 2019
Sarasota man receives $20,000 grant for Boys & Girls Clubs

Jim Martin has been a volunteer with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County for more than 15 years.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Executive Director Sherika Evans drives the Suncoast School for Innovative Studies school bus every day.
  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • March 18, 2023
School leader goes extra mile to ensure student success

Sherika Evans believes giving kids a better life doesn't end with them — it involves the whole family.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
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