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Kelli Jaco, co-owner of Jaco’s Boxing + Fitness Gym livestreams daily workouts from home, so her gym members can continue their fitness regime.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • April 16, 2020
Coronavirus prompts local gyms to get creative

After an executive order closing all gyms in Florida was passed, local gym owners began offering streaming service to their clients.

  • Health
  • By Adam N. Phillips, D.O, Board Certified General Surgeon & Vein Specialist |
  • February 11, 2021
Why Do My Legs Hurt?

Why Do My Legs Hurt?

  • Health
Sponsored Content
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • February 14, 2022
Selby honors legacies of photographer and rock star in 'Flowers, Poetry And Light'

The artistic legacy of Robert Mapplethorpe and Patti Smith is being displayed as a living exhibit at the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

  • Arts + Culture
Maeve and Owen Studdiford said they have learned to appreciate the things they have, including their education, more after visiting Gocio Elementary School regularly.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 30, 2019
Lakewood Ranch family offers two steps up for education in Manatee County

Lakewood Ranch family offers two steps up for education in Manatee County

  • East County
  • News
Sky King Fireworks Managing Partner Dustin Luer said East County residents shouldn't wait until the last minute to buy their fireworks this year because of a supply shortage.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • June 29, 2021
Lakewood Ranch residents plan Fourth filled with fireworks, fun

However, an industry shortage could lower the boom in East County.

  • East County
  • News
Rebekka Mars helps position a student while she teaches a yoga class.
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • April 15, 2020
Find self-awareness in yoga

Yoga has grown from an ancient Hindu practice to a workout sensation, but what about the basics?

  • Health
Sarasota resident Johan Lindstrom, partner and CEO of EliteTrax Inc., and his team have been constructing the 1,400-foot state-of-the-art track since last November.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 9, 2016
Racing to the finish

Construction on the new state-of-the-art BMX track is expected to be completed next month.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The city of Sarasota has similar poles that the town of Longboat Key will consider for wireless carriers to properly install their infrastructure.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • November 1, 2021
New Longboat Key pole regulations receive initial approval

Town staff is working with Verizon and AT&T to improve cell service on the north end of the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dramaturg Lauryn Sasso, actress and guest artist Gail Rastorfer, FSU/Asolo Conservatory third-year student Erin Whitney and Stage Manager Kelly Borgia rehearse with playwright Deborah Zoe Laufer and director Sean Daniels (not pictured).
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • April 10, 2013
Unplugged allows Asolo Rep audience to plug in to up-and-coming plays

The Havasupai Indians call the burnt-orange cliffs of the Grand Canyon home, and their tribe's oral history suggests they emanated from the vast natural wonder, said to be the tribe's guardian.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 7, 2021
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Blocking the road

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
James Mumford wires coach Bob Berry's audio system before they take the water.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 14, 2020
Remote Coxswain leads to success for blind rowers in Sarasota

Bob Berry develops his Remote Coxswain system at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 20, 2012
Rosedale Golf & Country Club launches campaign

Rosedale will offer monthly activities and specials for different groups throughout the summer to encourage community members to take up the game.

  • East County
  • Sports
Superintendent Tim McGonegal credited the hard work of math teachers for the accomplishment.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 10, 2011
Manatee schools beat state average in algebra

The Manatee County School District this week learned students performed well in a new statewide math assessment.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • December 12, 2019
Ringling recognizes Solomon family at preview dinner

Circle Members got an early look at the Syd Solomon: Concealed and Revealed exhibition Dec. 12.

  • Black Tie
The Preserve Golf Club General Manager Tim McGonegal said the golf course is undergoing a "mini-renovation" after years of steady deterioration. The course should be complete by Nov. 1.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • June 2, 2021
Facelift underway at Tara's Preserve Golf Club in Bradenton

Golf course renovation, new social events among changes at The Preserve Golf Club

  • East County
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • October 23, 2019
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens hosts orchid-themed luncheon

The season's first Lunch in the Gardens was hosted Oct. 23 at Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

  • Black Tie
Tyler Pack has been a strong second option in the passing game at Sarasota High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 29, 2021
Prose and Kohn: Underrated fall athletes get the spotlight

There are plenty of strong seasons happening at Sarasota high schools.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Paisley Gabbard and Wesley Hoben, first graders at Gene Witt Elementary School, work on an assignment during class.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 20, 2019
Mold concerns Gene Witt parents

Concerns of mold persist at Gene Witt as school board votes for complete renovation

  • East County
  • News
Town staffers place 2,974 flags along Gulf of Mexico Drive, beginning Sept. 10.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • September 3, 2021
Longboat Key Sept. 11 flag tradition continues on attack's 20th anniversary

This is the 19th time the Public Works Department will plant 2,974 flags in the ground.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sally Rauch and Andy Sawyer
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 3, 2017
Christ Church congregants reunite

Members gathered on Nov. 3 at Cedars Tennis Resort & Club.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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