News & City Life

Fast Track

All Star Children's Foundation Appoints CEO

Dr. Sharon Ghazarian has served as All Star’s chief research officer since July 2020.

12/06/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Empath Health Announces New Chief Mission Access Officer

Rhonda Saunders will help Empath grow as a customer-driven organization .

12/06/2021 By Staff

Philanthropy

Pat and Charlene Neal Complete $1 Million Commitment to Manatee Boys & Girls Clubs

The donation was made in support of the Invest in Kids campaign.

12/06/2021 By Staff

Limelight

Photos: Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 'A Night at the Savoy'

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe celebrates 22 years at the Sailor Circus Arena.

12/06/2021 Photography by Lori Sax

Limelight

Photos: Neurochallenge Foundation Cause4Fashion 2021

The fashion show and luncheon support programs for those with Parkinson's.

12/06/2021 Photography by Lori Sax

Fast Track

Omeza Appoints Lori Creager as Key Accounts Manager

In her new role, Creager is responsible for building and nurturing a portfolio of clients in Ohio, Michigan and parts of Indiana.

12/02/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Embracing Our Differences Appoints New Board Chair, Vice-Chair

They are the Hon. Judge Charles E. Williams and Linda Poteat-Brown.

12/02/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Selby Gardens Welcomes New Orchid Research Botanist

Dr. Tatiana Arias has more than 15 years experience working in plant sciences.

12/02/2021 By Staff

Good Deeds

Goodwill Manasota Partners With Local Food Banks to Feed the Hungry

Most-needed items are peanut butter, canned items, pasta, rice and cereals.

12/01/2021 By Staff

Good Deeds

Manasota Flooring Announces Community Giveback Event for First Responders

The company will give 500 turkeys to first responders from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at each of its showroom locations.

12/01/2021 By Staff

Leadership

Applications Open for Winter Gulf Coast Board Institute

The deadline to apply for the program is Sunday, Dec. 12.

12/01/2021 By Staff

Grants

New Grant Will Boost Local Parrot Sanctuary

The Community Foundation of Sarasota County recently awarded $10,000 to Birds of Paradise Sanctuary & Rescue.

12/01/2021 By Staff

Free & Freeish

Yes, We Have Great Nightlife in Sarasota—Here's Where to Find It

Best of all: none of these options cost more than $10.

12/01/2021 By The Editors

resident roar

Siesta Key Resident Takes Legal Action Against Sarasota County

Lourdes Ramirez is challenging the county's decision to vote in favor of a hotel project that lifts the cap on density limitations outlined in the comprehensive plan.

12/01/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Free & Freeish

Get Your Creative Juices Flowing With These Free Arts Experiences

Free admission to the Ringling on Mondays, author talks at local bookstores, historic driving tours—there's something for everyone.

12/01/2021

Free & Freeish

Five Essential—and Cheap!—Sarasota Experiences Everyone Must Have

Selfies, art strolls, shopping and more.

12/01/2021

Free & Freeish

Kids of All Ages Will Love These Free Local Activities

Take a trolley, hit a playground, go bowling and more.

12/01/2021

From the Editor

Elected Officials Are Putting Sarasota's Character and Natural Assets at Risk

More than ever, we need enlightened leaders who had the strength and vision to maintain a balance between unchecked growth and stagnation.

12/01/2021 By Susan Burns

Fast Track

Omeza Appoints Vice-President, Chief Commercial Officer

Santino Constanzo will develop, direct and scale Omeza’s sales and marketing teams to meet strategic commercial objectives.

11/30/2021 By Staff

Education

Manatee Education Foundation Awards Teacher Grants

In total, $125,000 in funding was awarded.

11/30/2021 By Staff