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Jono Miller speaks at a public forum on an ordinance that would allow for backyard chicken keeping Tuesday, June 2 in Sarasota, Florida.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • August 4, 2016
County incubates new chicken regulations

As Sarasota County considers an ordinance that would allow residents to keep backyard chickens, supporters of the change hope the new rules will protect the animals from neighborhood squawks.

  • Sarasota
  • News
After restricting visitor access last month, Sarasota Memorial Hospital announced today plans to scale back surgical operations because of COVID-19. Image courtesy Sarasota Memorial Hospital.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 17, 2020
Sarasota Memorial Hospital concerned about COVID-19 numbers

Because of a spike in cases, the hospital is planning to scale back its non-emergency surgical operations. Ten COVID-19 patients have died at SMH this month.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 23, 2018
Riverview football reaches first final four since 2004

The Rams hammered Dr. Phillips High 33-7 in the regional finals

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The 2017 Crystal Classic kicks off Nov. 10.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • November 10, 2017
Siesta Key Crystal Classic returns, this time with lights

The event is in its eighth year, and is changing things up by including a colored lights display around

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Crossing guards were employed earlier this year during an art show in St. Armands Circle.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 20, 2020
Beach, dining restrictions prompt end to crossing guard plan

Sarasota, Longboat and FDOT agree to drop idea because of traffic drop-off.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By All Faiths Food Bank Staff |
  • May 29, 2020
All Faiths Food Bank 2020 Season of Need

All Faiths Food Bank 2020 Season of Need

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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The first day back to school, which is normally filled with hugs, could look drastically different in August.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • June 16, 2020
School board takes closer look at first day options

Following state directives, district leaders have reworked the back to school plan.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • April 11, 2021
St. Armands Annual Art Festival returns

The art show spanned the weekend and showcased artists both close to home and far away.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Hilton project is the first applicant to take advantage of the town-wide 250 tourism until pool that’s been waiting for applicants to apply for additional units since 2008.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 6, 2014
Commission approves Hilton project

The Longboat Key Hilton Beachfront Resort submitted plans for a $30 million project that will begin later this year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Siesta Key Village businesses wanting to put out an outdoor display have 30 days to get the $25 temporary use permit.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • November 4, 2014
SKVA discusses outdoor display amendment approval

Sarasota County Code Enforcement Officer John Lally said at the Tuesday meeting that he will be handing out packets on the outdoor display rules to Village businesses.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 23, 2010
Buchanan to hold town hall meeting

U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan will host his 'America Speaking Out' town hall at 11 a.m., July 24, at the Sarasota County Administration Center.

  • East County
  • News
Co-Chairman Rick Rossiter, Stanley Eding, Executive Director Lucy Nicardi and Co-Chairman Greg Lineham
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • April 16, 2019
Thunder by the Bay thanks sponsors and volunteers

The Thank You Reception was hosted April 16 at Gold Coast Eagle Distributing.

  • Black Tie
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • November 9, 2020
Buchanan nominates local students to U.S. service academies

Of the 20 selected, 10 were from Sarasota and Manatee counties.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 28, 2009
Legacy announces Silver Annual Golf Program

The Silver Annual Golf Program offers unlimited golf and use of the practice range facility from May 1 through Dec. 31.

  • East County
  • Sports
East County's Steve Oppen says the Neuro Challenge Foundation has helped educate him and navigate him through his Parkinson's disease.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 25, 2022
Sarasota man with Parkinson's disease lauds Neuro Challenge Foundation for its support

Steve Oppen participates in Neuro Challenge Foundation programs and expo to educate himself on Parkinson's disease and help ease his symptoms.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • June 12, 2013
Sarasota County in top 20 for 2013 All-American City community

Sarasota County and the Patterson Foundation partnered to make Sarasota County a the 2013 All-American City community

  • Sarasota
  • News
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 22, 2015
Cops Corner: Longboat Key 12.24.15

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 5, 2014
High five moments of the week

The top five sports moments of the week.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Traffic Control room in the Public Safety Building on 47th Terrace East is responsible for day-to-day management of traffic signals.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 20, 2022
Manatee County expands technology use to improve traffic conditions

The county's award-winning Traffic Engineering Division is stepping up efforts to fight snarls.

  • East County
  • News
Tyler and Marissa Rossnagle, Chad Ciaravella, Lori Hagey and Pat and Erin Robinson. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 11, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 01.12.17

From star sightings to glamorous engagement parties, we have the scoop on the latest social news.

  • Black Tie
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