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Commissioner Phillip Younger is running for his first official two-year term in the town's March election.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 4, 2010
Rajewski changes his mind

At-large Commissioner Phillip Younger still has no official challengers for his seat.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Klumpy (Fermin Llosa) warms up the crowd.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 23, 2017
A night in the life of Lakewood Ranch mascot Klumpy

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
If elected, James Golden says literacy, employee compensation and continuity of education will be a focus of his. (Photo by Liz Ramos)
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • August 1, 2022
School Board of Manatee County, District 5: James Golden

Meet the candidate.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 12, 2020
Longboat flooding prompts some to head to shelters

Town leaders performing islandwide assessment today.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • In Memoriam |
  • November 14, 2022
Clarice May Schetter (Meyer)

Clarice, age 95, passed away at Freedom Village, Bradenton, Florida on October 28, 2022.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
The city will continue to research its ability to create wider sidewalks in key areas.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 6, 2018
City Commission talks setback, sidewalk rules

The city might be able to enforce bigger setback requirements, but that won't necessarily lead to bigger sidewalks along pedestrian corridors.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 29, 2014
Rotary Club plans Key parade to honor veterans, families

The new Longboat Key chapter seeks to honor the sacrifices of those who serve and their family members in a Veterans Day parade and program.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
For a taste of jolly old England, try egg in a hole at The Muse at The Ringling
  • By Su Byron |
  • December 4, 2019
Brunch: The meal that's mostly for fun

Sure, breakfast is important, but we don't just eat to live, do we?

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Carlos E. Haile Middle School students and teachers can opt out of wearing masks in the classroom.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • August 25, 2021
Lakewood Ranch-area parents uncertain of how the school year will progress

With COVID-19 spike in the School District of Manatee, parents clash on proper direction.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By David Conway |
  • February 23, 2015
Questions remain on Woman's Exchange expansion

On Tuesday, the city will host a second community workshop to discuss the proposed expansion of the Woman's Exchange - a source of concern among Laurel Park residents

  • Sarasota
  • News
Panther Ridge resident Jim Schneck, with his wife Martine Vande Weghe, finds his home on the map in relation to the construction project. He is excited to have more space to bicycle along State Road 70.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 14, 2019
Six roundabouts planned for S.R. 70 in Manatee County

FDOT moving forward with S.R. 70 widening project in Manatee County

  • East County
  • News
Anna Kimbrell and Marti Sementelli will be in attendance at the All-American Women's Baseball Classic. Photo via American Girls Baseball.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 15, 2021
All-American Women's Baseball Classic coming to Sarasota

There will also be a free clinic for local players at Ed Smith Stadium

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • February 8, 2022
Humor writer Dave Barry brings comedy stylings to RCLA Lecture Series

The Pulitzer Prize-winning humor writer gave thoughts on comedy and culture on Feb. 7.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Lakewood Ranch Medical Group |
  • March 10, 2022
Have You Scheduled Your Colonoscopy?

This Routine Screening Could Save Your Life

  • Health
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Marjorie Klotz and daughter Marjorie Sonstrom
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 2, 2020
Ringing strong

Marjorie Klotz, 104, rings the bell for St. Armands Key Lutheran Church.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Enthusiasm reigns for staff at Van Wezel as they open their doors to a new season.
  • By Andréa Martone |
  • September 22, 2021
Van Wezel's 2021-22 season features Broadway, rock and a whole lot more

Sarasota's premier performance site kicks off with Jimmy Buffett's "Escape to Margaritaville."

  • Arts + Culture
Sarasota architect Brent Parker, who designed the Ringling Bridge, is planning a 33-unit affordable housing project on North Tamiami Trail.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 9, 2015
North Trail remains on the the edge of revitalization

While advocates of revitalizing the northern gateway to Sarasota are bullish on a new residential project, they remain wary of tricky zoning issues.

  • Sarasota
  • News
County Commissioner Nora Patterson has requested more information about the FDOT project.
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • April 21, 2014
Bee Ridge pedestrian islands are under review

The FDOT project is one of a series that has recently caught county staff off-guard.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Lakewood Ranch Medical Group |
  • April 14, 2022
Midwives and Hospitals: Get the Best of Both

Did you know that midwives work within the hospital setting too?

  • Health
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Commission chambers were full of Siesta Key business owners and residents invested in the discussion. Many residents wore signs urging commissioners to "vote no."
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • April 11, 2018
County approves Siesta setback amendment

Tall commercial buildings could potentially be built closer to the street near the south bridge to Siesta Key, if commissioners allow it during the special exceptions process.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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