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Riverview High School is one of 100 schools selected to participate in the new initiative.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • December 18, 2017
Riverview High selected for inclusion and diversity program

The program is meant to promote the inclusion and success of under-represented students in the International Baccalaureate program.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
The 25-acre Sarasota Kennel Club has been abandoned since it closed in late 2019. (File photo)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • September 8, 2022
SRQ Airport Authority confirms lawsuit approved to stop apartments at dog track site

The Sarasota Bradenton Airport Authority has voted to pursue legal action against the city of Sarasota over apartments near the runway.

  • Sarasota
  • News
McKenzie Hanlon said she bonded with C.J. immediately.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 14, 2020
'Superhero' dog from Southeastern Guide Dogs unleashes power in Lakewood Ranch

Greenbrook's McKenzie Hanlon says a service dog from Southeastern Guide Dogs has changed her life.

  • East County
  • News
Artist Joey Salamon returns to paint the street art. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • April 20, 2022
Project Pride SRQ repaints street mural

Repairs to the crosswalk were approved on March 11.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 30, 2015
It's a private-sector project

Sarasota is an ideal place to have a conference center. But not so ideal is the idea to fund one with tax subsidies. If it’s such a great deal, the private sector should do it.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Tania Vergara Pérez — Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • July 23, 2019
Sarasota Cuban Ballet School instructor passes on pointe of pride

Tania Vergara Pérez has been a ballet dancer her whole life. Now she teaches the next generation.

  • Arts + Culture
Tangerine Bay Club's 10 buildings surround TBC’s ten, low-rise buildings are situated around the pool island. (Photo courtesy of Maureen Horn, Michael Saunders & Co.)
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • July 20, 2022
Two properties each sell for $1.6 million

A Bird Key home and a Tangerine Bay condo topped this week's sales, each at $1.6 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Jackie Bohannon
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • May 10, 2021
Jackie Bohannon kickstarts tennis craze at Bird Key Yacht Club

Over half of the club's members regularly play tennis now and Bohannon has started clinics and programs.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • July 11, 2019
Ringling circle members gather for exhibition dinner

The Ringing has a new exhibit and supporters marked the occasion with a preview dinner.

  • Black Tie
Photo courtesy the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • April 26, 2018
Parents anxious to see security changes in effect

The district aims to have its own police force in place by August, but parents are eager to see real security changes as soon as possible.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Building Official Wayne Thorne said there are 782 items that “meet the conditions of being dangerous structures" at the Colony.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 11, 2013
Commission grants Colony extension

A public hearing will be held March 4 to assess Colony buildings and whether or not they are public nuisances.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
“Surviving Lunch” was shot locally. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • April 3, 2019
Sarasota Film Festival 2019 takes a local lens

Four local filmmakers share the work that went into their Sarasota Film Festival pieces.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By David Conway |
  • October 17, 2013
Arlington Park residents talk form-based code

The Urban Design Studio team spoke with the Arlington Park Neighborhood Association Tuesday. The pair focused on the effects of a new code on a residential area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Cindy Gold performs in Asolo Rep's production of "The Cake." Photo by Cliff Roles
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 9, 2019
Asolo Rep's 'The Cake' shows the not-so-sweet yet human side of the Bible Belt

Bekah Brunstetter’s 'The Cake' serves up a satiric slice of life in Asolo Repertory Theatre’s latest production.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 13, 2021
Longboat Key Democratic Club meets for December lunch

The club met for one last time in 2021 before breaking until the new year.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 8, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, March 9

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • December 2, 2012
First-time Sarasota visit by Celebrity Chef Tour

First-time Sarasota visit by Celebrity Chef Tour

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • November 6, 2019
The antidote for unaffordable housing: Deregulate

The lack of affordable housing in Sarasota County is an increasing problem that has potential to be helped.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 7, 2018
Turtle nesting numbers crawl downward as season wraps

Various factors could lead to a decrease in nests. Whether it's just the pattern of turtle nesting, red tide or predators, such as coyotes, turtles still produced a decent amount of nests this season.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • April 4, 2013
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall meets with Foundation about next face-lift

The nonprofit group that supports the performing arts venue will meet with Van Wezel executives to discuss the next round of improvements.

  • Arts + Culture
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