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Sandie and Larry Ivers have dealt with  Larry Ivers' Parkinson's diagnosis since 2012. They say the Neuro Challenge Foundation has helped them by providing resources and support groups at no charge.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 17, 2018
Parkinson's kickoff event on schedule in Lakewood Ranch area

The Neuro Challenge Foundation is gearing up for its annual expo in April.

  • East County
  • News
Rifka Glatz, a holocaust survivor, speaks to a crowd of students at Braden River Middle School.
  • By Andrew Atkins |
  • February 20, 2019
Braden River students hear somber lessons of Holocaust

The story Rifka Glatz shared with students at Braden River Middle School recently was deeply personal and moving. She shared how she survived the Holocaust.

  • East County
  • Schools
Snowflakes in Matthew Hart's "John Ringling's Circus Nutcracker." Photo by Frank Atura
  • By Anna Dearing |
  • December 20, 2017
Dance review: 'Circus Nutcracker'

The Sarasota Ballet’s John Ringling’s Circus Nutcracker returned this year and reminded Sarasotans why it's the perfect holiday show.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Longboat Key Police Department's 2017 Ford Explorer could be salvaged, police say.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • January 9, 2018
Longboat police cruiser damaged in hit-and-run could be salvaged, police say

Police charged the woman who they suspect hit their police cruiser with leaving the scene of an accident involving injury, a third-degree felony.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The trio is hoping Viento Kitchn & Bar can become a go-to spot for locals.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 17, 2018
Zota's food and beverage team cooks up own flavor

The trio aims to make Viento Kitchen & Bar a culinary retreat.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • March 14, 2018
Members lunch in the gardens at the Legacy Luncheon

Marie Selby Legacy Society hosted its seventh annual luncheon on March 8.

  • Black Tie
Lakewood Ranch's Paree Gardner and Greenfield Plantation's Linda Pape show off appetizer plates they will be selling at the Greek Festival.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 7, 2018
Greek festival returns for 34th year in Sarasota

Greek cuisine highlights annual festival at St. Barbara's.

  • East County
  • News
Allison Imre, the owner of Grapevine Communications, enjoys her role as a celebrity bartender as she serves Venice's Lynn Massaroni during "Bartending for a Cause" at the Polo Grill & Bar in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 10, 2018
Important tips lead to a good cause in Lakewood Ranch

Guest bartenders at Polo Grill & Bar advise community to support The Food Bank of Manatee.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Jack Wetherall and Catherine Smitko star in Asolo Rep's production of "Morning After Grace." Photo by Cliff Roles
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 14, 2018
Asolo Rep tackles heavy issues with light comedy in “Morning After Grace"

The clueless characters of Asolo Rep's production make the play feel like a sitcom on stage.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Photo by Ryan Joseph.
  • A time to celebrate |
  • July 27, 2016
Just Married: Sara Sardelli and Kenny Rachon

Sara Sardelli and Kenny Rachon were married May 6

  • Sarasota
  • Celebrations
  • By Katie Johns |
  • August 10, 2016
Longboat Key: Your Calendar

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Mill Creek’s Denny Wetter holds two of his prized creations, a segmented bowl and a kaleidoscope.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • October 7, 2017
Mill Creek resident masters the craft of wood turning

He's a cut above.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota County Schools’ A rating could bring more out-of-county students to the area in the next few years.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • August 8, 2017
Sarasota schools see small influx of out-of-county students

A new law allows parents to choose any school in the state for their children, if it’s not already at capacity.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Talik Keaton.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 17, 2017
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Talik Keaton

The Booker senior talks the University of South Florida and his favorite football memory.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Courtesy photo. K-9 Officer Nicholas Dominis with Coti during training.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • August 25, 2016
Canine Colleagues: Dogs who work in Sarasota

In honor of National Dog Day on Aug. 26, meet a few dogs who work hard for their kibble in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
"Why Can't I Be You?" reinforces the simple life lesson: Be careful what you wish for.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • September 9, 2016
The Rocker and the Stalker

The Players' 2015 New Play Festival winner comes to life in 'Why Can't I Be You?'

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The Gigis are Florida Studio Theatre's latest cabaret performance. They run through Sept. 25.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • September 9, 2016
The GiGis: Living in Harmony

Florida Studio Theatre's latest cabaret production features a fun, energetic blast from the past.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Two visitors try to find their car in the Siesta Key Beach public parking lot on Saturday, June 4. Tourism rates as measured by tourism development tax revenues have continued to increase since fiscal year 2014.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • June 16, 2016
Siesta Key stays busy in the offseason

Tourism rates continue to rise, but they may level out into a new normal.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Bonham
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • April 2, 2018
Puppy paws his way into a new home

Socialite's family gains four paws after Paws on the Catwalk on March 29.

  • Black Tie
A rendering of ELM's design at LakeHouse Cove.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 4, 2018
Cove sculpting an artform at Waterside at Lakewood Ranch

ELM architects take on serious body of work on the water at Homes by Towne's LakeHouse Cove.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
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