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  • By Ronald Andari, MD, Florida Digestive Health Specialists |
  • March 19, 2020
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death. It doesn’t have to be.

Screening is the #1 way to reduce your risk.

  • Health
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The above moves are from Elyse Briggs’ “Stretch in Time” video
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • April 4, 2012
Adaptive yoga can be done easily in the home

A recent video from California puts a whole new spin on what could technically be called "chair yoga."

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Town Manger Tom Harmer (left), Mayor Ken Schneier (middle) and Town Clerk Trish Shinkle (right) are shown at town hall on Monday, April 6.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • April 6, 2020
Sound issues delay virtual Longboat Key Town Commission meeting

The town will hold its essential meetings virtually for the foreseeable future to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A mini-reef installed underneath a dock in Siesta Key.
  • By Blake Fussell |
  • January 20, 2022
Siesta Key's mini-reef project focused on gathering data

180 mini-reefs have been installed on Siesta Key. With visible success and a recent county grant, project leaders are now focused on gathering data.

  • Siesta Key
  • 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
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Raymond Turner, with his wife Debbie at his side, takes the oath of office to become the District 5 Manatee County Commissioner Aug. 1, 2023. He is running for reelection.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • July 27, 2023
Manatee County welcomes its newest commissioner

Raymond Turner has been named as District 5 Commissioner Vanessa Baugh's replacement.

  • East County
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Emma Anthony, McKenzie Clark, Claire Davidson and Avery Goelz, former Lakewood Ranch High softball stars, are reunited on the Lakewood Ranch Rodeo of the Florida Gulf Coast League.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 20, 2022
Former Mustangs reunite in the Florida Gulf Coast League summer softball season

Four Lakewood Ranch High alums are on the 2022 Lakewood Ranch Rodeo of the Florida Gulf Coast League.

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  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • June 20, 2022
Competition and camaraderie are on the menu at Gecko's

The kitchen staff at Gecko's Grill & Pub isn't just catering to your appetite. They're trying to outdo each other.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Julia Magno. (Photo by Ryan Kohn.)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 21, 2022
East County Athlete of the Week: Julia Magno

The Lakewood Ranch girls soccer senior had two goals and two assists Nov. 17 in an 8-0 win over ODA.

  • East County
  • Sports
Lakewood Ranch High boys basketball Coach Jeremy Schiller has been offered and accepted a varsity boys basketball head coaching position with IMG Academy pending a background check.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 5, 2021
Lakewood Ranch boys basketball coach leaving for IMG Academy

Jeremy Schiller had been the Mustangs head Coach for 10 seasons.

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  • By Katie Johns |
  • October 16, 2018
Small Business Week kicks off with Business After Hours

Following the first day of seminars, Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce members networked Oct. 16 at Zota Beach Resort.

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City Commission candidate Martin Hyde
  • By David Conway |
  • March 2, 2017
City Commission candidate questionnaire: Martin Hyde

At-large candidate Martin Hyde shares his thoughts on the key issues ahead of the March 14 election.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Wallace takes a nap with one of his beloved stuffed animals.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 4, 2023
Myakka City warthog gains fans on TikTok

Wallace the Warthog has nearly 100,000 followers and even receives gifts from fans.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 27, 2022
Longboat Key church welcomes back members

The guest speakers were a mother and daughter from the Beauty Bridge Foundation of Sarasota.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Dr. Dwight Fitch, chairwoman Marjan Zaun and Jill Fitch
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • February 28, 2023
Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation brings Hollywood to the Hyatt

The Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation's annual Party Under The Stars had a classic Hollywood feel on Feb. 25.

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(Photo via BroadwaySpain/Wikimedia Commons)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • September 6, 2022
The best things to do around Sarasota for Sept. 8-14

There are screen classics, poetry lectures, art exhibits and live theater all vying for Sarasota's attention.

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Angel Davila said a padel court is 20 meters long, or approximately 66 feet, and 10 meters wide, or approximately 33 feet.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 21, 2023
Palm Aire courts a growing racket sport in padel

The Sarasota country club is the first and only private club in Florida to offer a padel court.

  • East County
  • Sports
Sarasota County has continued a discussion about a possible smoking ban on the county's beaches and in parks. (File photo)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 11, 2022
County Commission tables smoking ban discussion

Citing a need for more public information and input, the Sarasota County Commission has continued a discussion about banning smoking on beaches and in parks.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Certain areas of Gulf of Mexico Drive are prone to flooding when there are heavy rains. File photo
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • November 15, 2021
Engineer on sea level rise: Longboat Key is ahead of other Florida communities

APTIM Environmental and Infrastructure is planning to complete Longboat Key's sea level rise study by June 2022.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The home’s open-concept living area includes formal seating, formal dining and a state-of-the-art kitchen.
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • August 19, 2021
Haven: Brains and Beauty

A just-completed Lake Club home is as elegant as it is smart.

  • LWR Life
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