News & City Life

Parking

Learn How to Use the City's New Parking App

Sarasota parking manager Mark Lyons and a representative from ParkMobile will demonstrate how to use the city's parking app on Wednesday, Oct. 30.

10/24/2019 By Staff

Environment

Mote, Enzymedica Partner on Coral Reef Repopulation Initiative

A portion of the sales of Enzymedica's new Aqua Biome fish oil supplements will benefit Mote's coral restoration project in the Florida Keys

10/24/2019 By Staff

Construction

CareerEdge, Gulf Coast Builders Exchange Partner with Selby Gardens, Willis Smith Construction

The program model provides job training to local community members who want to learn a trade and earn credentials.

10/23/2019 By Staff

Boats

Chris-Craft to Debut New Model at Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

The Sarasota-based boat maker's new Launch 31 GT will make its appearance later this month.

10/22/2019 By Staff

Fast Track

Atlas Building Company Hires Vice-President of Operations

The company also promoted Charlie Woehle to the position of vice-president of pre-construction services.

10/21/2019 By Staff

Scholarships

Local Teens Receive Scholarships From Sportscaster Dick Vitale

For the past 22 years, Dick and Lorraine Vitale have donated $5,000 each year to be distributed to deserving members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County.

10/21/2019 By Staff

Philanthropy

Orioles Team Up With Local Charities to Help Fight Hunger

The Orioles’ support for All Faiths Food Bank and Mayors’ Feed the Hungry Program is part of its year-round outreach program, Sarasota 365.

10/21/2019 By Staff

Limelight

The Players Centre for Performing Arts Cocktail Party

A party preceded the Players production of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow at the Sarasota Polo Club.

10/21/2019 Photography by Lori Sax

Limelight

Share Care Global's An Evening in India

The glittering fund-raising dinner took place at Michael's On East.

10/21/2019 Photography by Lori Sax

Red Tide

Low Levels of Red Tide-Causing Organism Detected in Sarasota County

The concentration is so low that no adverse effects are expected; however, higher levels were found in Lee and Collier counties.

10/21/2019 By Staff

Limelight

UnGala Gala 2019

The UnGala Gala made its return to the social scene to support The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art.

10/21/2019 Photography by Lori Sax

Limelight

Share the Light Luncheon 2019

The 24th annual luncheon for Second Chance Last Opportunity honored those who have helped support its mission.

10/21/2019 Photography by Cliff Roles

Limelight

Goodwill Manasota Community Ambassador of the Year Awards Dinner

Several honorees took the spotlight at the dinner at Michael's on East.

10/18/2019 Photography by Lori Sax

Giving

Boys & Girls Clubs Receives $20,000 Grant From Maytag

Volunteer Jim Martin was recently honored with the appliance manufacturer's Dependable Leader Award.

10/18/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Construction

Orange Avenue Intersection Closures Expected This Week

Drivers are advised to avoid the area if possible.

10/18/2019 By Staff

Fast Track

New College Foundation Names New Associate Vice President of Advancement

Kevin M. Hughes brings more than 15 years of leadership experience to the position.

10/18/2019 By Staff

Education

Sarasota Professional Named Air Force Association STEM Teacher of the Year

Brown received accolades for his previous achievements and the “Inspire Project” curriculum.

10/18/2019 By Staff

Grants

Gulf Coast Community Foundation Awards $40,000 Grant to Embracing Our Differences

The $40,000 grant will help fund the organization's annual outdoor exhibition, as well as outreach programs and initiatives.

10/17/2019 By Staff

Fast Track

Easterseals Happiness House Hires Community Engagement Director

Carie Rasmussen, formerly of the Herald Tribune Media Group, will lead community engagement, communications, special event production and more.

10/17/2019 By Staff

Networking

Sarasota and Manatee Chambers to Host Business Expo, Networking Event

The event will take place Wednesday, Nov. 6, from 4-7:30 p.m. at the Bradenton Area Convention Center.

10/17/2019 By Staff