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A conceptual layout for Unicorp National Developments proposed resort on the 17.6-former site of the Colony.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • November 15, 2017
Colony unit owner: I want my condos

Colony Beach & Tennis Association board member Blake Fleetwood was the only one to reject the new agreement with Unicorp National Development last week.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Photo by  Christophe Von Hohenberg Model Beverly Johnson and Condé Nast editor Leo Lerman were among those at Warhol’s memorial. Photo by Christophe Von Hohenberg.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 26, 2017
'Remembering Warhol' celebrates the life of an icon at Alfstad& Contemporary

Original photos and handwritten letters offer an intimate look at the man at the center of an art movement.

  • Arts + Culture
The home at 682 Mourning Dove Drive was built in 1988, and it has four bedrooms, five baths, a pool and 4,949 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • May 19, 2021
Bird Key home sells for $4.3 million

Residential real estate transactions for May 3-7.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Proceeds from Angela Massaro-Fain's Bacio di Cucina (A Kiss from the Kitchen) go to the nonprofit Sisterhood for Good.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 14, 2021
Lakewood Ranch author offers a taste of tradition with Bacio di Cucina

Lakewood Ranch's Angela Massaro-Fain honors her grandmother's cooking secrets in a new book, Bacio di Cucina.

  • East County
  • News
Electricians Tony Gentile and Rick Bradford talk with veterinarian Wendy Ellis about their work inside the future Veterinary  Medical Center at Lakewood Ranch, on State Road 70, slightly west of Post Boulevard.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 7, 2019
What's (going) up in Lakewood Ranch?

Lakewood Ranch area housing boom draws business.

  • East County
  • News
The tentative budget for fiscal year 2017 shows plans to construct a permanent restroom at Bay Island Park.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • August 17, 2016
County plans bathrooms for Siesta Key park

The tentative budget for fiscal year 2017 shows the addition of restrooms to Nora Patterson Bay Island Park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mark Tuchman, the former proprietor of Mr. Beery’s, opened 99 Bottles as a cozy, affordable local bar option. Photo by Su Byron
  • By Su Byron |
  • May 9, 2019
99 Bottles brings new pours and a one-stop-shop to downtown Sarasota

New tap room/bottle shop 99 Bottles offers affordable libations.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Lakewood Ranch residents Chris and Jessi McComas will add a co-ed softball league to their MVP Sports and Social club in August.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 22, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Sporting league's primary goal is laughter

  • East County
  • Sports
The city has sought a development partner for the former landfill since the late '90s, but efforts to build on the land have not come to fruition. Image via city of Sarasota.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 6, 2021
Marian Anderson Place development plan advances

So far, the city’s efforts to facilitate a project on the north Sarasota site have failed. Officials hope a new proposal will finally bear fruit.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A town-conducted survey of the Key’s 53 canals revealed that the majority of the waterways are still deep enough for boats.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 18, 2013
Town dredges up canal project

Canal dredging isn't in the near future, but commissioners want to set aside funds for the project that will cost millions.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jessi Smith |
  • August 13, 2012
Behind-the-scenes burlesque with Mademoiselle Rowdy Pants and Maid Mosephine

Behind-the-scenes burlesque with Mademoiselle Rowdy Pants and Maid Mosephine

  • Arts + Culture
Kristin Zarrella, Natalie Novak, Devin McDermott, Ashley Platt and Olivia Ortiz competed in the Florida Relays April 1-2.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 5, 2011
Lady Mustang relays take fourth place

The Lakewood Ranch High girls 3,200-and-6,400-meter relay teams both finished fourth at the Florida Relays April 1-2 in Gainesville.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Badger Bob's Services |
  • September 23, 2021
Let's Break the Ice

What causes your A/C to freeze up?

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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Photo courtesy of Cyndi Seamon.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 24, 2020
And to all a good night

Christmas on Longboat Key has a certain glow.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Riverview senior Etienne Behan is willing to do whatever it takes to help his team win games.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 28, 2016
Captain maintains central focus

Riverview senior defender Etienne Behan scored the Rams’ lone goal in the Class 5A-District 8 championship Jan. 22.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Rob Robinson and Karl Raffurty pledged that the operations of Raffurty's Bar and Grill wouldn't change if the city approved a new liquor license for the business. Image via city of Sarasota.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 29, 2020
Plans advance for Main Street bar

The city’s Planning Board was split over a proposal to allow Raffurty’s Bar and Grill to operate with a new liquor license.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Laura Campbell, principal at Tara Elementary School, works with Averyanna Rivera on constructing a tower during STEAM class. Much like these towers, Tara Elementary will undergo construction during a renovation of the school.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 12, 2020
School Board of Manatee County considers revising capital plan

School Board of Manatee County considers reworking capital plan

  • East County
  • News
  • By Mike Cavaliere |
  • January 3, 2014
Common Nonsense: New year, no expectations

Common Nonsense: New year, no expectations

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Photo by Kelsey Grau
  • By Kelsey Grau |
  • April 2, 2014
Your Neighbor: Joe Zampino

The greenery and blooming flowers in Joe Zampino's back yard rival even the best Florida gardens.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • April 7, 2015
Siesta Market to close May 31

Chris Brown and Mike Granthon purchased the property in November.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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