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Rick Mills assumed the role of Manatee County School District superintendent in 2013, at a time of districtwide turmoil.  File photo
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 29, 2015
Rick Mills to end his Manatee County school days

When Superintendent Rick Mills retires July 31, he believes he will have left behind a more financially and academically sound district.

  • East County
  • News
Robert E. Willis Elementary School second graders Aubri Darpino and Ella Baas are socially distant while working on assignments. More students will be on campus after families were able to switch learning modalities.Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 21, 2020
More parents sending kids back to campus in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch-area elementary and middle schools will no longer offer hybrid option as more students return full time.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • March 29, 2018
County budget fixes aren’t in action yet

The county is still working to market surplus land identified in November, while the decision to cut the Longboat Key bus route has prompted a search for another public transit solution.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • September 2, 2020
Hope thrives on horseback for East County resident

After stroke, East County senior takes SMART approach to horseback riding.

  • East County
  • News
Jim Hengel
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 19, 2018
Greyhawk Landing CDD Seat 3: Jim Hengel

Candidate wants to have community advisory groups.

  • East County
  • News
David Miller, who was the grand marshal at last year's parade and former Chamber Chairman Mike Doll
  • By Katie Johns |
  • June 13, 2018
Patriotic parade

David Miller of Cannons Marina is once again offering a cash prize for most patriotic business float in the Freedom Fest parade.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • In Memoriam |
  • December 27, 2019
David Edell

David Edell, an entrepreneur and builder of businesses died on Sunday at 2.50 AM at Sarasota Memorial Hospital.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Vince Sellers Jr. looks to have a big game versus Venice Sept. 2.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 1, 2016
That's the ticket ...

Check out this week's top Sarasota area sporting events.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • In Memoriam |
  • May 28, 2019
Vicki L Staley

Vicki L Staley, 56, of Longboat Key, FL, died Saturday, May 25, 2019, at 6:25 p.m. in her home surrounded by the love of her family.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • November 8, 2019
Riverview defense outscores offense in drubbing of Lake Nona

Defensive back Sambo Ung led the way with three interceptions and two touchdowns as Riverview waltzed into the regional semifinals.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Lakewood Ranch Chargers midfielder Jason Biro attempts to maintain possession during last year's Tampa Bay Labor Day Showcase.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 31, 2016
That's the ticket ...

Check out this week's top East County sporting events.

  • East County
  • Sports
Sarasota Police discovered the body of Jovonne Corn March 14, near the Boys & Girls Club on 19th Street.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 13, 2013
Murder suspect sentenced to 30 years

A 12th Judicial Circuit Court judge sentenced 19-year-old Kevin Peterson to 30 years in prison Monday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
East County resident Amity Hoffman became enthralled with theater when she was 13 and discovered Loveland Center, a troupe of special needs actors, while working at the Venice Theater more than a decade ago. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 24, 2020
Bradenton woman creates documentary on impressive acts

Bradenton woman creates documentary on impressive acts

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • October 23, 2018
Cops Corner: His car was open . . . for business

Police reports from around the Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
County Commissioners approved a critical area boundary around the Siesta Promenade development during today's meeting.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • October 11, 2016
Commissioners delay final judgement on Siesta Promenade

After nearly six hours of staff presentations and public comment, county commissioners decided to continue discussions regarding Benderson's Critical Area Plan proposal for Siesta Promenade.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
This sketch shows Chris Brown's vision for the building at 1400 Main St. The two-story gallery would require a major encroachment agreement with the city, and will be considered at Monday's City Commission meeting.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 4, 2013
City Commission to consider Main St. gallery

A proposed two-story gallery at 1400 Main St., which would be the first of its kind under the downtown code, has received some negative feedback from residents.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mar Vista owner Ed Chiles, pictured in 2010, plans to begin construction in fall 2015.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • December 15, 2014
Mar Vista deck receives approval

The Planning and Zoning Board approved two applications for a second-story deck at the Longbeach Village restaurant.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce President Tom Aposporos. File photo.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 17, 2012
Aposporos will step down as chamber president

Longboat Key Chamber President Tom Aposporos said following his resignation later this year, he will devote more time to his real-estate business.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Cops Corner
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 2, 2019
Myakka City man notices after a decade of fraud

Interesting Sheriff's Office reports from the Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton areas.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
A food service partnership with Michael's on East — including an exclusive catering agreement for events — is at the center of a dispute between Selby Gardens and the Sarasota County Property Appraiser. File photo.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 20, 2021
Selby Gardens, property appraiser set for showdown

This week, a special magistrate will hear a long-gestating challenge to the tax-exempt status of the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens downtown campus.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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