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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 1, 2009
Colony defaults on property taxes

Two companies purchased tax certificates for four parcels of land and six condo units at The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort in a June 1 online auction.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lael and Giuliano Hazan in Venice, Italy.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • August 23, 2023
Longboat couple create unique experience for foodie travelers

The Hazans host a destination cooking school that combines excursions with an intensive education in Italian cuisine.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Riverview coach Josh Smithers is entering his seventh season with the Rams.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 12, 2023
No offseason for Sarasota-area high school programs

Even without any official games over the summer, there's still plenty of work for coaches to do.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Sue Tomasso, John Tomasso, Nancy Pump, David Tomasso and Harm Pump are among the many loved ones who help take care of Jerry Tomasso, who has ALS.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • January 20, 2021
Lakewood Ranch man with ALS cherishes every day of life

Lakewood Ranch man with ALS never stops living for tomorrow

  • East County
  • News
Longboat Key Mayor Ken Schneier wrote a letter to Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • January 21, 2021
Longboat Key mayor writes governor on COVID-19 vaccines

The letter asks Gov. Ron DeSantis to prioritize distributing the vaccine to the most vulnerable populations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Butterfield house, designed by Carl Abbott, is one of the kayak tour stops. (Photo by Sean Harris)
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 1, 2020
Still Modern. Still Here.

SarasotaMOD Weekend 2020 honors Carl Abbott’s architectural legacy. The pandemic couldn’t stop it — clever thinking saved the day.

  • Arts + Culture
Enthusiasm reigns for staff at Van Wezel as they open their doors to a new season.
  • By Andréa Martone |
  • September 22, 2021
Van Wezel's 2021-22 season features Broadway, rock and a whole lot more

Sarasota's premier performance site kicks off with Jimmy Buffett's "Escape to Margaritaville."

  • Arts + Culture
Joe Granato and Austin McKinley pulled the plug on their creative studio after COVID hit. (Photo by Matthew Holler)
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • September 2, 2021
Creative space pulls plug after COVID

Joe Granato and Austin McKinley had started something big. It was all coming together in 2020. What could possibly go wrong?

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 29, 2023
Longboat 'Shark Guy' gives the ABC’s of shark fishing

Rob Metz has learned just about everything there is to know about catching sharks. And he’s not afraid to show you.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Clydesdales arrive at the Sarasota Polo Club on Valentine's Day evening.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 15, 2022
Budweiser Clydesdales pull into Lakewood Ranch to stir emotions

Clydesdales will make appearances in Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota before Atlanta Braves fan experience in North Port.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Blake Fussell |
  • February 25, 2022
Bay Street Dog Park opens after county unleashing event

Sarasota County has a new dog park inside Bay Street Park. The off-leash park now has dog exercise equipment, shaded seating and water fountains made for both dogs and people.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The mangroves open up along the boardwalk to offer waterfront views. (Photo by Lesley Dwyer)
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • July 27, 2022
The best things to do on Longboat for every type of tourist

From marine life to Michelin Star food, Longboat Key has it all.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Landen Mavrikas hit the waves with his skimboard. Harry Sayer
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • April 1, 2021
Spring break puts area businesses back on track

Local officials and business owners say tourism is back on track with some reporting their most successful season yet.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 2, 2022
Equine therapy nonprofit SMART hit hard by Hurricane Ian

Sarasota Manatee Association for Riding Therapy is in need of funds and volunteers to repair damages from Hurricane Ian.

  • East County
  • News
The Kinnett's started their business in late 2018.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • February 9, 2021
Partners in everything: Stan and Natalie Kinnett operate metal business together

Stan and Natalie Kinnett have been married for more than 40 years and have their own business together.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
MUST USE SOMEWHERE: Tony Veatch on violin with guest musicians Susan Werner and Roy Brady
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • February 23, 2021
The Sunset Club: Musicians brighten the day with sunset condo concerts

Tony Veatch, Cary Jacobs and Denny Petersen are three Gulf Haven condo residents that put on a music show for friends and neighbors each sunset.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • February 3, 2010
Sacred ruins

Florida Studio Theatre stages the Southeast premiere of 'Ruined' just hot off its Pulitzer Prize win.

  • Arts + Culture
"Hotel Transylvania" opens this fall. Courtesy photo.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • July 18, 2012
Scene & Heard

RCAD grad animates monstrous project; Still talking about it ...; Sarasota Opera seeks volunteers; The write play will be chosen

  • Arts + Culture
"I'm not an activist. I just feel it's important for people to understand that it's all right to be different," Magida Diouri says.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • August 15, 2012
Magida Diouri: Coming Attraction

Fabulous Independent Film Festival founder Magida Diouri's "reel" world revolves around her worklife. Diouri's goal is to enrich Sarasota by promoting indie films that may otherwise go unseen.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jessi Smith |
  • June 22, 2012
Keeping Up with the Neighbors: book publishing in Bradenton's Village of the Arts

Keeping Up with the Neighbors: book publishing in Bradenton's Village of the Arts

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
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