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Originally from Argentina, 39-year-old three-goal polo player Francisco Llosa says he learned to walk and ride at the same time.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • December 12, 2012
Polo season kicks off with fresh faces, new scoreboard

Competitors from across the country invade the Sarasota Polo Club for the latest winter season starting Dec. 16.

  • East County
  • News
A sign indicates that the Longboat Key Tennis Center's courts are closed. The facility closed Sunday amid concerns about COVID-19.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • March 25, 2020
Longboat sports buffs seek new outlets

Some are playing their usual sports with new restrictions, while others are finding new forms of exercise.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 15, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Nov. 16

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
The decorated tree in the center of St. Armands Circle has for years been the focus of the shopping district during the holidays. (File photo)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 26, 2022
Debate ensues over when St. Armands Circle holiday tree can be lighted

Citing city commissioners' wishes, the Business Improvement District board insists the new 60-foot tree be lighted before Thanksgiving. The Merchants Association director is making no promises.

  • Sarasota
  • News
USA Baseball, the Sarasota-Bradenton local organizing committee and the World Baseball Softball Confederation announced Thursday that the 2021 U-18 Baseball World Cup would be postponed to 2022 out of COVID-19 concerns.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 30, 2021
U-18 Baseball World Cup postponed to 2022

The event was to be held at Ed Smith Stadium and Bradenton's LECOM Park in September.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Most recently Robin Meyer served as St. Lucie County assistant director of growth/management/building and code regulation manager.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 23, 2012
Q&A: New PZ&B Director Robin Meyer

Robin Meyer's first day as director of the Planning Zoning & Building Department was May 14. Department.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Built in 1994, units J-204 and K-205 have four bedrooms, two-and-two-half baths and 5,185 square feet of living area. (File photo)
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • August 10, 2022
L'Ambiance condos sell for $6.75 million

A pair of L'Ambiance condos top this week's home sales at $6.75 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Holly Staley
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • June 7, 2021
Phillippi Shores names new principal

Holly Staley most recently served as a principal at an elementary school in New York.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Michael Garey and Suzy Brenner
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • October 7, 2021
Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key hears from The Paradise Center

Executive director Suzy Brenner shared the goals and benefits of the island's center.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Preserve Golf Club General Manager Tim McGonegal said the golf course is undergoing a "mini-renovation" after years of steady deterioration. The course should be complete by Nov. 1.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • June 2, 2021
Facelift underway at Tara's Preserve Golf Club in Bradenton

Golf course renovation, new social events among changes at The Preserve Golf Club

  • East County
  • News
Construction vehicles in September 2022 navigate the landfill on Lena Road, which is adjacent to the rezoned area.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • September 28, 2022
Manatee clears path to sell its Lena Road property in Bradenton

County Commissioners approved a rezone of 98 acres from agricultural to mixed-use.

  • East County
  • News
The 2019 Sarasota Improv Festival ran July 12 and 13. Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • July 22, 2019
2019 Sarasota Improv Festival offers big laughs and new take on the art form

Improv troupes from around the nation showcased their art at Florida Studio Theatre. In case you missed it, here’s a recap of some of the highlights.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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The Black Muse student program allowed students artists of African descent to visually explore their heritage and culture.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • February 25, 2021
Young artists explore their culture

The 2021 Student Black Muse program expands to include a student category.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Roger Drouin — Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • December 26, 2018
The Hermitage Artist Retreat places importance on its human factor

Local author Roger Drouin opens a new chapter at area artists’ retreat.

  • Arts + Culture
Mark Johns, chief deputy for Manatee County Property Appraiser’s Office, said the pictometry technology makes it easier for his office to re-inspect homes.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 17, 2019
View from above aids Manatee County Property Appraiser's Office

Pictometry becomes annual process to help Manatee County Property Appraiser deal with growth.

  • East County
  • News
Man-made? Really!
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 1, 2021
APRIL FOOLS: WOKE group urges town to wake up over landmarks

Organization says Longboat names are insensitive and demands new ones.

  • April Fools
  • By Mike Cavaliere |
  • March 13, 2014
Common Nonsense: And the award for Best Mundane Life Event goes to ...

Common Nonsense: And the award for Best Mundane Life Event goes to ...

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. More than 210,000 people in Sarasota County are fully vaccinated, and more than 48,000 have received their first dose.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 1, 2021
State moving COVID-19 vaccine clinic from Sarasota Square Mall

Vaccines will be available without appointments at Department of Health offices in downtown Sarasota, North Port.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jaxon Brown (Courtesy photo)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 9, 2022
East County Athlete of the Week: Jaxon Brown

The Lakewood Ranch-based golfer went undefeated Aug. 1-2 at the Junior Florida Cup at Sara Bay Country Club, helping the South team capture victory.

  • East County
  • Sports
The distinctive red lumps on Muscovy faces are named carnucles. (Miri Hardy)
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • April 8, 2021
Bird of the week: Muscovy duck

Species introduced into the United States as an enhancement for urban parks.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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