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  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • September 9, 2016
Music Compound Grand Opening

Students and teachers showcase skills at grand opening celebration.

  • Arts + Culture
While some people still go just to read and check out books, Sarasota's libraries offer a wide variety of services. (Cassidy Alexander)
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • October 13, 2017
The next chapter: How libraries are adapting to users' changing needs

As in-person library use falls, Sarasota system sees a swing toward virtual services and new emphasis as community hubs.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The home at 3360 Gulfmead Drive was built in 1951. It has three bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 2,559 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • January 26, 2023
Top residential real estate sales for Jan. 9-13 for Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Nokomis, Osprey

A Siesta Key home on Gulfmead Drive tops the week's sales at $5.8 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • December 5, 2018
Fashion Insider: NYE Fashion

Get ready for the most sparkly evening of the year with these styles.

  • Black Tie
Devin McDermott
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 31, 2015
East County Sidelines 09.03.15

East County Sidelines 09.03.15

  • East County
  • Sports
Venice High teacher Mary Dembinski and her students work to plan a supply drive.
  • By Samantha Chaney |
  • March 28, 2019
Recruitment, retainment struggles in Sarasota County Schools reflect nationwide teacher shortage

Sarasota County offers warm weather, sunny beaches and the second-highest average salary for Florida teachers. Even so, the district — like many others — struggles with open positions, recruiting and retention efforts.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The vegan Gypsy roll is pictured alongside the Cucumber roll. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • September 12, 2022
Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi set to open in Lakewood Ranch after construction delays

The highly anticipated restaurant at The Green in Lakewood Ranch was delayed by supply chain issues and worker shortages.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 21, 2016
Businesses battle overtime regulations

A workshop will help businesses navigate new pay-related law.

  • East County
  • News
Music, one of seven statues illustrating the seven virtues of Sarasota, was damaged months ago. It stands alongside Flora on the eastern side of St. Armands Circle.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 15, 2022
City, BID seek ways to get ahead on statue repair costs in St. Armands

Funding for such work isn't part of the Sarasota Public Works Department's budget.

  • Sarasota
  • News
(Rachel Livingston)
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • March 4, 2016
Sarasota named among best places to live

U.S. News & World Report ranks Sarasota No. 14 on its list of the most desirable places to live in the country, despite concerns about affordable housing.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • December 10, 2020
Stay the course, governor

The media chafes that DeSantis is an outlier. But his approach is helping 95% of Floridians not infected with the coronavirus.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
A Siesta Key parking lot completely full.
  • By Blake Fussell |
  • April 14, 2022
Siesta Key to see two new roundabouts, parking changes

Siesta Key residents aren't keen on the idea of county's plan for roundabouts in the island community.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
James and Misdee Miller said they want to preserve the Sarasota Polo Club as a world class facility.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 28, 2018
High times for polo in Lakewood Ranch

Sarasota Polo Club opens under new owners, James and Misdee Miller.

  • East County
  • News
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • December 14, 2016
‘Tis the Season

With ‘Deck the Halls,’ Florida Studio Theatre celebrates the holiday season — Florida style.

  • Arts + Culture
Allegiant Air flies to 26 locations from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • October 26, 2021
Allegiant adds Akron to SRQ offerings

New flight begins in March.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ida Zito, Diane Roskamp, Jean Weidner Goldstein and Margaret Wise
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • May 3, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 05.04.17

The end of April means the end of season, but there's been plenty going on around Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 30, 2012
Appeals court rules against Key Club

The Second District Court of Appeal affirmed a ruling that quashed the town-approved Islandside plan.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Source Church Youth Pastor Grant Dew once won $100 in high school for bringing the most friends to a conference. He hopes the Hummer he's in will have a similar impact.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 15, 2018
Bradenton church gives away Hummer

The Source Church is using the promotion to rally youth.

  • East County
  • News
Tony Cummins says his Lady Mustang squad is one of the best in the state.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 30, 2011
JV softball coach tapped to lead varsity Mustangs

Tony Cummins was named the new head coach in August, replacing longtime coach Joe Dowling, who resigned last summer.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Phase 1 Chiropractic |
  • January 2, 2023
The Chiropractic and Holistic Care You've Been Looking For

Chiropractic Care with a Difference.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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