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  • By Blake Fussell |
  • February 2, 2022
Sarasota Cops Corner: Who's a good boy?

Police reports from around Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
The cast for WBTT’s ‘Broadway in Black’ includes (standing, l-r) Stephen White Jr., Syreeta S. Banks, Katherine Taylor, Ariel Blue and Leon S. Pitts; (floor) Michael Mendez  (Photo by Sorcha Augustine)
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 18, 2022
WBTT hits all the right notes in 'Broadway in Black'

“Broadway in Black” sings the praises of Broadway’s Black heritage in Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe’s reprise performance.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • March 28, 2016
County considers shrinking mowing responsibilities

Sarasota County staff aim to save the county as much as $700,000 annually by eliminating the mowing of residential rights of way.

  • Sarasota
  • News
This Country Club East home at 16334 Castle Park Terrace sold for $2 million. It has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 3,163 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • August 15, 2023
Top residential real estate sales for July 31 to Aug. 4 in Lakewood Ranch

A Country Club East home on Castle Park Terrace tops the week's sales at $2 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
STOP took action after it discovered the city did not alert residents when developers filed site plans for certain large downtown projects, including 624 Palm, left.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 23, 2018
City revises development notice policy

Despite some confusion, new procedures will be tailored to alert downtown residents about large projects.

  • Sarasota
  • News
David Persson believes a lawsuit may have to be filed against a Key resident who won't allow town staff to enter his home.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 3, 2010
Attorney plans lawsuit against resident

Town attorney David Persson says if Key resident James Armstrong does not allow town staff to inspect his home for work done without a permit, he will file a lawsuit against him and ask a judge to allow access to the home.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Cal and Pam Erb with Mary Ellenn and Ron Foxworthy
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • June 25, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Festival Kickoff Party

The 2012 Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Festival held its annual kickoff party, Saturday, June 23, at the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
6-year-old George Barnet, Mark Salander, Kiersten Barnet, 2-year-old Elin Barnet, Minda Salander, and Alex Barnet
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 8, 2023
Siesta Key Easter Egg Hunt entertains kids, brings families together

The hunt, previously held on Turtle Beach, moved to Siesta Key Chapel this year.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
"Fame! The Musical" runs from July 15-16 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe and showcases students in WBTT's summer intensive musical theater program.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 11, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 13-19

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 21, 2022
Man's suspicious death an isolated incident, Sarasota police say

Detectives are investigating the case in the 800 block of Mecca Drive, near North Tamiami Trail.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Former Lakewood Ranch High and USF center Austin Reiter began training with Mike Gough at Athletic Edge Sports Performance Conditioning in January.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 29, 2015
Professional play

Former Lakewood Ranch High and USF center Austin Reiter will learn this week whether one of the NFL’s 32 teams will draft him.

  • East County
  • Sports
Longboat Key Garden Club led Longboat Key's 2023 Freedom fest parade as the Grand Marshal.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • July 5, 2023
Freedom Fest kicks off Longboat Key's Fourth of July just right

The Longboat Key Chamber started its Independence Day celebration with a butterfly release, a patriotic dog costume contest and the shortest parade in America.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The University Town Center-Waterside connector awaits federal approval, which is expected by June, and will cross I-75 near the Sarasota water tower.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 1, 2023
Overpass connecting Lakewood Ranch, UTC awaits state approval

The Interstate 75 overpass bridging Lakewood Ranch and Cattleman Road has an anticipated construction start in 2025 with completion in 2027.

  • East County
  • News
Tom and Diane Carter say the county has told them they will no longer be taking part of their Creekwood backyard to build a roundabout.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 24, 2023
Creekwood residents voice roundabout concerns

Manatee County Public Works has stopped the Bradenton project to come up with other design options.

  • East County
  • News
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
6-year-old Brentley Green, Sue Hill, 9-year-old Mikiah Savens, and 5-year-old Sofia Green.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 7, 2023
Disabilities education fair offers resources and networking opportunities

The event brought together numerous local agencies and drew about 200 families.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • October 3, 2022
Food drive planned on Longboat Key to benefit Our Daily Bread

Christ Church will host the food drive Wednesday, and All Angels Episcopal Church has opened a comfort station for those still without power.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Carlos E. Haile Middle School received a  B rating in the 2021-2022 school year. (File photo)
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • August 2, 2022
Bradenton's Freedom Elementary celebrates its 'A' performance

Braden River Middle School falls to a C grade while the district maintains its B rating.

  • East County
  • Schools
Bernie Phillips is in the process of offering the lecture series "Fulfilling Our Infinite Potentials: Solving the World's Problems."
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 30, 2023
For Sarasota man, empowerment comes one mind (and heart) at a time

Bernie Philips, who holds a doctorate in sociology from Cornell University, wants to lead a revolution in the social sciences through his lecture series.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • June 29, 2022
What is liberty?

Americans want to be happy about their country on the Fourth of July. This year, it’s hard to cheer.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
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