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Real Estate

Realtor Association: Low Inventory Drove Up Home Prices in February

In Manatee County, the median price for single-family homes increased to a new record price of $380,000.

03/22/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Venice Theatre Hires Artistic Director

Benny Sato Ambush is a veteran director, institutional theater leader, educator, commentator and consultant.

03/22/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

DOGPerfect Adds New Retail Marketing Manager

Kara Tolland will be responsible for planning and executing marketing campaigns that build customer relationships and impact company growth.

03/19/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Step Up Suncoast President, CEO to Retire

Barbara Patten was hired in August 2008 and has spent the bulk of her career in the not-for-profit sector.

03/19/2021 By Staff

Real Estate

M/I Homes Announces New Sienna Park at University Community

Floorplans range from 1,571 square feet to 2,153 square feet and start at $299,990.

03/19/2021 By Staff

Act Now!

Snag Discounted Gift Certificates to Local Restaurants

The Sarasota-Manatee Originals is selling vouchers at a 30 percent discount.

03/18/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

The Pandemic

SMH’s Dr. Manuel Gordillo on New Vaccines and CDC Guidelines

Gordillo sees new hope in the eased restrictions—even as he reiterates the importance of continued diligence and pro-vaccine messaging.

03/18/2021 By Hannah Wallace

Film

Film Festival Highlights Native American Voices

The Sarasota Film Festival's Native American Film Festival will show 21 films virtually, beginning this Friday, March 19.

03/18/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Education

New College of Florida Names Five Presidential Candidates

The new president will be selected on or before April 20, 2021.

03/17/2021 By Staff

R.I.P.

Steven Spurrier: A Life in Wine

Paying tribute to a man who almost singlehandedly changed the direction of California wine in the 1970s.

03/17/2021 By Bob McGinn

Fast Track

Kaitlin Yelle Named to Embracing Our Differences Board of Directors

Yelle is a financial advisor at RBC Wealth Management.

03/16/2021 By Staff

Sweet Treat

New England-Style Ice Cream Shop Opens in Lakewood Ranch

Wicked Awesome Ice Cream Emporium offers ice cream made with less air—resulting in a denser, creamier treat.

03/16/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Shamrock Specials

Enjoy Green Beer, Irish Food at These St. Patrick's Day Events

Here are some fun ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in the Sarasota area.

03/16/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Fast Track

Local Couple Creates New Service for Senior Planning

Elli and Mark Baldwin are the founders of Sunways Senior Living Concierge.

03/15/2021 By Staff

Health News

Silverstein Institute Physicians Join SMH First Physicians Group

Additionally, the physician’s assistants, fellows and audiologists who comprise the Silverstein Institute team also joined the FPG team.

03/15/2021 By Staff

Hunger

All Faiths Food Bank Supports Sarasota County Schools Spring Break Meal Distributions

Sarasota County Schools provided all children with free meals, as well as boxes of groceries and backpacks full of kid-friendly food from All Faiths Food Bank.

03/15/2021 By Staff

Education

New College 'Pei for the Future' Campaign Receives $50,000 Match

The New College Foundation is currently raising $15 million to restore the college's I.M. Pei-designed dormitories.

03/15/2021 By Staff

Eyes on the Prize

You Could Win Free Fried Chicken Sandwiches From the Old Packinghouse Cafe

Customers who order a Buffalo chicken sandwich from J.R.'s Old Packinghouse Cafe this month could land a valuable prize.

03/15/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Beach renourishment

New Concession Stand at Lido Beach Pavilion Opens Next Week

The Lido Island Grill will be overseen by Laszlo Bevardi, the chef and owner of Bevardi's Salute! in downtown Sarasota.

03/12/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Life of the paddy

Irish 31 Offers Tips on What to Drink This St. Patrick's Day

Bartender Robyn Danski recommends her favorite brews and lucky libations, and offers a recipe for a classic cocktail with an Irish kick.

03/12/2021 By Sarafina Murphy-Gibson

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