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The Education Center at Temple Beth Israel holds a panel discussion on Thursday called "Sex, Sexuality and Intimacy in the Senior Years."
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 8, 2023
Education Center kicks off single-session series

The Thursday series begins with a range of topics from scams to senior sexuality.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Jubilee Arts Baltimore Program Director Ashley "Ms. Black" Yates.
  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • March 13, 2023
Orioles athletes join music artists for a good cause

Baseball lovers and music enthusiasts got together for the sixth annual Athletes and Artists Play for Kids charity event at Ed Smith Stadium.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Parent and Atwood said they eat a lot of chicken, pasta, rice, broccoli and vegetables to fuel themselves.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • September 26, 2018
Olympic hopefuls set sail for Tokyo Games

Ravi Parent, an alum of the Sarasota Sailing Squadron, and his teammate Caroline Atwood are training in hopes of qualifying for the 2020 summer Olympics.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Joanne DiCarlo says her longtime companion Jack Unger loved to help disadvantaged children in his role with the Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 7, 2021
Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks mourn late exalted ruler

Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks honor the late Jack Unger for his more than 50 years of community service

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam McTeer |
  • September 9, 2009
Good Earth opening delayed

The Lakewood Ranch Main Street's new anchor was scheduled to open last week. Officials say the new opening date is Sept. 21.

  • East County
  • News
Alex and Rachel Hunsader, 22 and 23 respectively, have grown up attending and working the festival, but say it's still an exciting family affair.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 7, 2015
Hunsaders sprout 24th pumpkin festival

One sign of fall: The Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival, which returns weekends from Oct. 10 through Oct. 25.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • June 3, 2021
Songs of the Circle launches on St. Armands

About a dozen musicians set the soundtrack for the early summer night on June 1.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch Main Street celebrated its 10-year anniversary this year.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • January 6, 2016
Getting ready for growth: Main Street choosy about new tenants

With only one retail unit unfilled, Lakewood Main Street stocked and ready to serve an expanding population.

  • East County
  • News
David Miller was grand marshal of Longboat Key's Freedom Fest in 2017. Mike Doll drives him down the parade route.
  • By Kat Wingert |
  • July 1, 2021
Back to the Fourth, back to the fun

It's been a long year, but we are here to help you get back into the celebratory spirit.

  • Sarasota
  • News
"It's difficult (work) for me, but it’s more fun to struggle." — Craig Rubadoux.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • February 13, 2013
Under Sarasota's Influence: Craig Rubadoux

Sarasota master and native Craig Rubadoux traveled the world, but he always comes back to his artistic roots.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 19, 2020
Braden River girls basketball falls to Montverde Academy in home opener

The Pirates hung with one of the best teams in the country, but couldn't pull out a win.

  • East County
  • Sports
Supplies for the day are laid out.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • October 7, 2019
St. Armands Key Lutheran Church works with Habitat for Humanity

The Manatee County chapter of the organization is building multiple houses.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Superintendent Diana Greene, school board member Charlie Kennedy and Brady Chapman celebrate the tax referendum after it passed.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • March 28, 2018
Should Lakewood Ranch taxpayers expect higher grades?

Higher teacher salaries, longer school day expected to improve school performance.

  • East County
  • News
Eddie Zaun
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 8, 2021
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Eddie Zaun

The Cardinal Mooney freshman baseball player was named to the 14U Perfect Game Select Festival in Fort Myers.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Heather Campese will perform at Gold Coast Eagle Distributing to benefit Gimme Shelter Pet Adoption.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 29, 2019
Local comic to target online dating, women's issues in Lakewood Ranch

Three comedians on tap at Gold Coast Eagle in Lakewood Ranch to benefit Gimme Shelter Pet Adoption.

  • East County
  • News
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • January 11, 2014
TWIS Tour Guide: Open mic nights

TWIS Tour Guide: Open mic nights

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Harvey Vengroff at the Oakridge Apartments, formerly Sarasota Airport Hotel. Photo by Mark Wemple
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • December 10, 2015
Find a way to say yes

Capital flows where it is welcome. So Sarasota entrepreneur Harvey Vengroff is taking his capital to Manatee. City commissioners could change the story with leadership.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Rudy Fraraccio is bringing old-school attitude to the Rams' head coaching position.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 11, 2019
New Rams basketball coach wants team to focus on routine, not going viral

New Riverview High Rams basketball coach Rudy Fraraccio wants team to focus on routine, not going viral

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Kittens Ari and Ori scope out the class while Steven and Christine relax to start the class.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • August 11, 2016
Cat Depot does downward dog

Cat Depot brings back community yoga class with cats.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Downtown leaders credit Norm Gollub for helping residents and businesses keep track of ongoing projects in the heart of the city.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 19, 2016
Downtown economic leader departs post

Downtown Economic Development Coordinator Norm Gollub is leaving Sarasota. How will the organizations that fund the position follow up on his work?

  • Sarasota
  • News
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