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Workers from HP Communications Incorporated perform work on a small cell tower located on Ringling Boulevard
  • By Samantha Chaney |
  • June 27, 2019
Sarasota cell towers prompt 5G concerns, curiosity

Poles sprouting around downtown will boost cell service with new technology and host 5G in the future, but worries emerge about long-term risks.

  • Sarasota
  • News
"The German Party," opened the Asolo Repertory Theater's new black box theater, as well as Asolo Rep's new Ground Floor Series, March 2. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • April 7, 2020
Asolo Rep broadcasting free online concert Wednesday

Live, one-night-only Ground Floor show to be streamed on Facebook, YouTube

  • Arts + Culture
The planned Aventon Sarasota apartments is across University Parkway from the SRQ runway. The airport is challenging the legality of the rezoning and site plan approval.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 9, 2022
Airport files two legal actions against city over apartments approval

Despite pending mediation, the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport has filed preemptive challenges against the city over rezoning and approval of apartments at the former kennel club site.

  • Sarasota
  • News
In his free time, Jim Wilson enjoys biking, cooking, cruising and watching the Philadelphia Eagles play.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 3, 2012
In the Public Eye: Jim Wilson

Jim Wilson has been the CEO of the Lakewood Ranch Medical Center since 2008.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 18, 2012
Commission to discuss Armstrong settlement

The commission will hold a special meeting to discuss an agreement in which the town would accept a $650 fine plus a $2,117.50 lien against the Armstrong property.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jay Russell, Willa Carpenter and Erin O'Connor star in Asolo Rep's production of "Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • March 30, 2023
Asolo Rep play keeps the faith

Asolo Repertory Theatre tackles the taboo in a 1970s period comedy “Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help."

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Nick Trier.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 27, 2022
East County Athlete of the Week: Nick Trier

The Braden River sophomore quarterback heads into spring football practice with a fresh NCAA Division I offer.

  • East County
  • Sports
Luke Lecroy.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 28, 2018
East County Athlete of the Week: Luke Lecroy

Lakewood Ranch boys basketball junior Luke Lecroy talks his first dunk and his goals for the season

  • East County
  • Sports
Courtesy photo. Bob Rosinsky, president of Goodwill Manasota, and Fred Lopez gather 43 bales of clothing to be shipped to the Philippines.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • November 20, 2013
Area resident helps homeland

Lakewood Ranch resident and volunteer Fred Lopez reaches out to send aid to victims of Typhoon Haiyan.

  • East County
  • News
Organizers Ginny Akhoury and Bonnie Schneider
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • January 31, 2022
Royal Rummage planning begins for March sale

The St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church volunteers have been organizing since early January.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Sten Spinella |
  • October 17, 2019
Exercise is for more than just looking fit

The diminishing health effects of age work hard. Dia Wilson works harder.

  • Health
  • By Lakewood Ranch Medical Center Marketing Department |
  • July 1, 2021
Summer Safety: Stay Safe While Having Fun

Here are a few tips.

  • Health
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Sarasota Brazilian jiujitsu athlete Taber Jordan puts a triangle hold on Sebastian King Acero  during the American National Kids IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship. Photo courtesy Jocelyn Jordan.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 21, 2022
Sarasota jiujitsu athlete is not satisfied with being a National Champion

Taber Jordan said he is going for gold again at this weekend's Pan Kids Championships in Kissimmee

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By David Conway |
  • December 17, 2014
In the zone

Although Laurel Park residents have praised the neighborhood's zoning rules, questions linger about the effects those regulations have had on the area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Fight over 'shared boyfriend' results in two arrests
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 8, 2023
Fight over 'shared boyfriend' results in two arrests

Two women who attacked a third in a fight over a boyfriend they shared were arrested on multiple charges. This and other reports from the Sarasota Police Department in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Footage from a body camera shows a Manatee County Sheriff's Office deputy responding to a scene in the Lakewood Ranch area. Courtesy image.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 23, 2020
Manatee deputies to get body cameras

Manatee County Sheriff's Office to purchase body cameras for deputies.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota National 8-9-10 All-Star Judah Mayer digs in at second base during a July 5 practice at Twin Lakes Park.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 6, 2022
Sarasota All-Star teams prepare for state tournament

The Sarasota National 8-9-10 team and the Sarasota National 50/70 team faced different paths, but both will compete this weekend.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The Woman's Exchange, located at 539 S. Orange Ave., wanted to build a single-story expansion at 526 Rawls Ave.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 6, 2016
Judge rejects Woman’s Exchange appeal

On Monday, Circuit Court Judge Brian Iten ruled the city was justified in its decision to reject plans to expand the Woman’s Exchange.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Colony Beach and Tennis Resort has been closed for almost a decade.
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • January 31, 2018
The greater legacy

The Colony represents the future of Longboat Key. We urge the Silent Majority not to squander this opportunity.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Bettina Sego was born in Germany and has studied in three countries. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • June 4, 2019
Florida Artist Group's 'The Beauty of Small' proves bigger isn't always better

FLAG's annual exhibit showcases smaller, thoughtful works by local creators.

  • Arts + Culture
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