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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 13, 2010
Fairgrounds swing to life

The 2010 Manatee County Fair will run Jan. 14 through Jan. 24. Musical highlights include performances by John Anderson, Jake Owen, The Bellamy Brothers and Gloriana, among others.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 1, 2010
NBA ref Bob Delaney launches campaign for overseas soldiers

Lakewood Ranch resident Bob Delaney, an NBA referee and former undercover agent, is asking for donations of clothing with familiar logos - whether name-brand drinks or sports team logos - for an upcoming drive.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 26, 2010
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

The Braden River football team invaded Raymond James Stadium May 22 for an intrasquad scrimmage -- complete with officials, cheerleaders and the school band.

  • East County
  • Sports
East County resident Lynn Rasys said she especially loves the Perlman Music Program/Suncoast’s educational programming.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 15, 2010
Perlman/Suncoast tunes up for season

The Perlman Music Program/Suncoast named recently the East County's Lynn Rasys as its new development director.

  • Arts + Culture
Here I am with Wally Pfister. Courtesy of Rich Schineller.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • October 24, 2012
Scene & Heard

The inception of 'Inception;' Homecoming Party; A new leaf

  • Arts + Culture
Donna Hefner and Greg Fiore place flowers on the cross at Longboat Island Chapel
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • April 12, 2020
Easter on Longboat Key retains touches of normalcy amidst COVID-19 pandemic.

Longboat Key's Christian community find new ways to celebrate Easter while making plans for what comes next.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Mark Pritchett, president and CEO of the Gulf Coast Community Foundation, said the organization has helped issue more than $1 million in grants over the past month in response to COVID-19. File photo.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 16, 2020
Foundations organize COVID-19 support strategies

Between struggling individuals and service providers preparing for increased demand, philanthropic groups are helping the community get through coronavirus challenges.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mayor Ken Schneier (left) and Vice Mayor Mike Haycock (right) were sworn in to their respective positions on March 23, which is the last time the town commission met in person.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • April 26, 2020
Schneier navigates unusual first weeks as Longboat Key's mayor

The Longboat Key Town Commission last met in person on March 23 because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
When Connecticut natives Vic and Mary Frances Emerson bought a home in Esplanade Golf & Country Club, Mary says she had to be “dragged kicking and screaming” out of New England. “I didn’t know I would fall in love with LWR."
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • November 21, 2019
Class Act: Rising Tide

Some couples support causes by opening their checkbooks. Other couples do it by opening their homes to fundraising events. Vic and Mary Frances Emerson are the second kind.

  • LWR Life
At Siesta Estates on Memorial Day weekend, people parked on property the community recently paid $16,000 to landscape. Photo courtesy Lori Jasper.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • June 27, 2017
‘Pack your patience:’ Holiday parking big concern on Siesta Key

A proposed parking lot could bring salvation for residents and visitors next year.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Tony Squitieri, the vice president of land resources for Taylor Morrison's southwest Florida division, said the new Culinary Center will give Esplanade residents more options.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 10, 2018
Culinary Center will provide Esplanade residents with dining options

Residents won't have to leave their Lakewood Ranch neighborhood to experience multiple culinary choices.

  • East County
  • News
Jaymie and Tommy Klauber celebrated 10 years in the business at Polo Grill & Bar on Nov. 1.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 8, 2017
Polo Grill celebrates after decade of delights in Lakewood Ranch

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

  • East County
  • News
Howard Davis and other stakeholders hope broad community buy-in will lead to significant civic improvements in the Rosemary District during the next several years.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 27, 2017
Public feedback guides Rosemary District planning effort

A new survey examines public perception of the Rosemary District. Now, stakeholders want to use that information to improve the future of the neighborhood.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch Board member Rebekah Boudrie, board president Deanna Murchie and board member Susan Giroux, with rescues Dawson (left) and Burt (right) are excited about the opportunity to expand the organization.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 24, 2017
Lakewood Ranch Humane Society hunts for new space

Rescue group hopes to double or triple capacity with the move.

  • East County
  • News
As it updates the city’s zoning code, the Urban Design Studio wants to address the traffic onto St. Armands Key, Longboat Key and Lido Key that backs out onto Coon and Bird keys.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 19, 2015
Coon Key residents question new code

With rumors swirling about the Urban Design Studio's plans for the city's barrier islands, residents of Sarasota Harbour met with the group to get more information.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • February 17, 2015
A Brand New Beat

Nate Jacobs creates in the moment with the cast of the world premiere production of 'Jazz Hot Mamas.'

  • Arts + Culture
Heather Junqueira is working on a new method of early cancer detection — using a dog’s sense of smell to sniff out cancer.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • March 18, 2015
Group sniffs out new method for early cancer detection

Heather Junqueira is putting her money where her dogs’ noses are in hopes of creating a new technique to detect cancer.

  • East County
  • News
Colin Reid
  • By David Conway |
  • April 3, 2014
VIDEO: Friends of Bobby Jones draws its vision from the club's past

A year after founding the Friends of Bobby Jones Golf Club, Shawn Pierson has helped develop a plan for the future of the course that embraces its history.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Julia Yesler at Longboat Key Pilates
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • August 1, 2024
Longboat Key retail center is all about making connections

The Centre Shops' tight-knit community of small businesses anchors the plaza, which has a handful of vacancies.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Republican Club of Longboat Key hosts a dinner on April 11, 2023 at the Longboat Key Club.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 11, 2025
Republican Club of Longboat Key ready to kick off 2025 year with first event

After a brief hiatus, the club is looking to return better than ever, starting with its first event on Feb. 18.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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