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Jacob Saur has worked for Manatee County since 2001. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 28, 2020
Manatee County confirms new public safety director

Manatee County Administrator Cheri Coryea says new public safety director known for 'innovation.'

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch freshman forward Sophia Falco is knocked off the ball by a Melbourne defender in the second half.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 7, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch Girls Soccer vs. Melbourne Class 4A Final Four

The Lakewood Ranch High girls soccer team saw its season come to an end with a 3-0 loss to Melbourne in the Class 4A state semifinals Feb. 7. The Lady Mustangs finished the season 24-1-1 and set new program records for most wins and shutouts in a season.

  • East County
  • Sports
Markus Rygaard and William Johnk Nielsen star in "In a Better World."
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • June 8, 2011
Film Review: 'In a Better World'

The brilliantly disturbing new film, "In a Better World," is an examination concerned with revenge vs. forgiveness. In it, two young boys' worlds are mirrored by their parents as they struggle with addressing brutality.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Popcorn Bob |
  • August 26, 2013
Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

Enjoy this week's Movie Magic reviews.

  • Arts + Culture
Red-bellied Woodpeckers use their chisel-shaped bill to forage for insects, seeds, mast, fruit, and pulp.   (Miri Hardy)
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • February 12, 2021
Bird of the week: Red-bellied woodpecker

The species is the most widely seen woodpecker in Florida.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • August 2, 2018
North Trail residential projects move forward

As stakeholders continue to clamor for growth along a stretch of U.S. 41, two new developments offer a sign of hope.

  • Sarasota
  • News
B.B. King
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • March 4, 2015
Star Power

As it reflects on 45 years of arts and entertainment, the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota, Fl., looks ahead to the future.

  • Arts + Culture
A 2019 version of the master plan notes a band shell and lawn with a seating capacity of 19,000, which makes it comparable to the MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheater, pictured here, just outside Tampa.
  • By Eric Snider |
  • November 21, 2019
Strike up the band

Early plans have arisen for a ‘concert’-type venue in Lakewood Ranch. What it will look like and when — or if — it gets built are questions that remain.

  • LWR Life
Libby’s center cut tenderloin, topped with an add-on of shrimp scampi, is a perfect pairing.
  • By Guest Author |
  • May 20, 2021
Where the surf meets the turf

This combination is a classic for a reason. These restaurants have updated takes on an old-time favorite.

  • LWR Life
Dick Hull, Ed Bavaria, Harry Leopold, Erik Lindqvist, Larry English, Don Worthington and Tom Jones
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • February 20, 2013
Black Tie & Tales

Everlasting love; In the spirit of friendship; Ladies who lunch; The sweetest day; and Tidbits

  • Arts + Culture
Dave, Alex and Elaine Lunkes, of River Club, will be showing off their 1966 Mustang, nicknamed, “Virginia.”
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 14, 2012
Show moves to East County

Ponies Under the Palms has found a new home in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
A group of about 15 players were sharing Bayfront Park's three courts on a Monday morning in mid-December. By the end of January, there will be more room to play.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 2, 2020
Pickleball expansion gets started in Longboat's Bayfront Park

Work to add two dedicated courts, reduce basketball facilities to half-court, expected to wrap up by end of January.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 7, 2019
Kiwanis Lawn Party brings community together for good food and a good cause

The much-anticipated Lawn Party featured culinary icons from the Sarasota and Longboat Key area.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sheriff Kurt Hoffman said the current Sarasota County Sheriff's Office at 6010 Cattleridge Blvd. isn't large enough to accommodate the entire department.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • April 8, 2021
Commission, Sheriff eye same property for expansion

County commissioners and Sheriff Kurt Hoffman are interested in 1301 Cattlmen Road as a future expansion site.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Patrick Osborne (Ringling class of 2003) won last year's Academy Award for Best Short Film, Animated for "Feast." Photo by Ricky Middlesworth.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • August 3, 2015
Ringling College named Top 25 film school by The Hollywood Reporter

Ringling College went up seven spots, 24 to 17, from last year's list

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 5, 2016
Critic's Theater Picks

There's no shortage of great theater in the upcoming season. We've picked a few of our favorites.

  • Arts + Culture
The swirling colors and brush strokes of Alexander Solotzew will be on display at Art Ovation. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • March 30, 2022
Artist's life and love displayed in vibrant brush strokes

Alexander Solotzew believes his work is the art of the future. And it demands to be seen in the present.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Steve Queior and Randy Walker |
  • May 10, 2012
My View: The best downtown in America?

We're getting there. Consider some of the recent achievements. But downtown still needs more boosts.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • April 27, 2021
Women's Golf Association bids farewell for season

The Longboat Key golf group played one last round before summer.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The city has selected a 27-hole design for renovating Bobby Jones, but officials have not yet decided whether to partner with a private management company on operating the facility. File image
  • By David Conway |
  • October 21, 2021
City sets special meeting on Bobby Jones

Ahead of planned renovations, the city has narrowed its search for a contractor or private partner to two vendors, though negotiations are still ongoing.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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