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  • By Pam Nadon |
  • March 26, 2018
'Unsane' is a disappointing borefest that could have been a decent thriller

Not even a unique filming method and a Matt Damon cameo could save Steven Soderbergh's new film.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Clara Reynardus de Villanueva, Tammy Karp, Donna Koffman, Shelley Sarbey, Jaclyn Brunckhorst, Elisabeth Waters and Umbreen Khalidi-Majeed
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • April 10, 2019
Seven ladies play up the eight elements of nature for Pique Nique

Child Protection Center starts campaign for 40th anniversary, Brent Greeno sports a special tie and more on this week's social scene.

  • Black Tie
Brooks Norton says the pain disappears when he is on the mound.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 4, 2012
Braden River High pitcher defies odds

After suffering from vertical talus his entire life, Braden River High junior Brooks Norton learned how to pitch rather than foregoing his baseball career.

  • East County
  • Sports
Sarasota residents Bob Arello and Gary Dixon train with Throws Florida Coach Andy Vince, center, in preparation for masters throwing competitions.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 31, 2016
Hitting the Mark

Competing in a weight-throwing track and field event, Sarasota residents prove mastering a sport is possible at any age.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Philadelphia Union player Danny Cruz signs an autograph for Tyler Einsmann, 18.
  • By Jason Clary |
  • February 16, 2015
Major League Soccer visits Lakewood Ranch

Several MLS teams brought players and staff to Lakewood Ranch to meet with fans before kicking off preseason play at IMG Academy.

  • East County
  • News
Herman Kruegle shows off one of the boats that has been restored at F.I.S.H. This is one of three boats that Kruegle wants to see in a new boatshed.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • February 7, 2018
Longboater works to preserve Cortez history

Whitney Beach resident Herman Kruegle hopes to preserve and present Cortez Village's fishing history with a walking trail to the FISH Preserve.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
"Dream Street" closes out the festival. Courtesy photo.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • April 26, 2021
Sarasota Film Festival returns with in-person screenings

The virtual and in-person movie festival runs April 30 through May 9.

  • Arts + Culture
  • In Memoriam |
  • March 12, 2018
Harry Joseph Curl

Harry Joseph Curl departed Earth on Feb. 3, 2018.

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  • Tributes & Obituaries
Dave Bullock, interim CEO of the Economic Development Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County, credited his staff with moving quickly to help provide resources for businesses in the community. File photo.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 16, 2020
County, EDC partner on business loan program

Officials are preparing to issue up to $4.3 million to support small businesses in hopes of supplementing larger state and federal initiatives.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Chris Serio Martin, left, and Scott Osborne, organizers for UN Women USA Gulf Coast Chapter's annual Through Women's Eyes International Film Festival, are excited about the festival exerting its identity as a standalone event.
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • March 4, 2020
Through Women's Eyes International Film Festival asserts its identity

By going solo, organizers have been able to add events, emphasize message

  • Arts + Culture
Funding from the penny sales tax has in years past been used for the Robert L. Taylor Community Center, among other projects.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 25, 2021
Committee considers priorities for sales tax extension

Before voters decide whether to extend the county’s penny tax for another 15 years, city officials will prepare a list of infrastructure projects for funding.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Alex Rodman.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 30, 2017
Sarasota High Five Moments: 03.30.17

Sarasota High Five Moments: 03.30.17

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Tara Preserve Golf Club offers 18 holes of golf.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 15, 2020
Tara Preserve Golf Club up for sale in Bradenton

Homeowners wonder if new owners will try to develop the land.

  • East County
  • News
Bruce Woodruff, Roy Woodruff,  Delores Woodruff, Linda Wakeman and Don Woodruff at the 60th anniversary in 2006.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 31, 2021
Bradenton's Woodruff & Sons still going strong after 75 years

Family strength guides Woodruff & Sons through 75 years serving the Bradenton and Sarasota region.

  • East County
  • News
Left to right: Debbie DeLeon, Stephen Boyes,  Matthew Arriaga,  Lydia Arriaga,  Kurt Mattingly and ,Aaron Zimmermann participate in "Environment in Transportation" planning event. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 16, 2019
Transportation officials look to future in Lakewood Ranch area

Transportation officials look to future in Sarasota, Manatee counties.

  • East County
  • News
The Lakewood Ranch High softball team gets pumped up before its Class 6A-Region 3 final versus River Ridge May 3.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 8, 2013
Lakewood Ranch High softball team makes the final four

The Lakewood Ranch High softball team earned its second-consecutive trip to the state semifinals.

  • East County
  • Sports
City Parking Manager Mark Lyons is focused on raising the level of parking knowledge within the community as a whole — among both residents and city staff.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 20, 2015
Conversation with Mark Lyons

The city's parking manager talks about changing minds and hearts in Sarasota, connecting with the community at large and, yes, paid parking.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Keidrich Sellati, Matthew Rhys, Keri Russell and Holly Taylor in "The Americans." Photo source: Prime Video.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 27, 2020
Binge Blog: Our family comes first

"The Americans" and "The Leftovers" are this week's selections.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Donna Betts, 62, allegedly pointed a rifle at Sarasota Crew rowers and coaches Monday.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • March 28, 2017
Dickey Betts’ wife allegedly points rifle at Sarasota Crew rowers

Sarasota County deputies arrested 62-year-old Donna Betts for allegedly brandishing a rifle as rowers prepared for practice.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A wooden model depicts Dan Johnson's symphony hall design, “Discovery." Photo by Niki Kottmann.
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 12, 2016
CityLab Sarasota students design a new future for the bayfront

The Center for Architecture Sarasota exhibit showcases visions for a bayfront cultural district.

  • Arts + Culture
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