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Philanthropy

Barancik Foundation Grants Child Protection Center $300,000

CPC reports that child sexual abuse has increased by 23 percent during the pandemic and more than 3,800 child abuse reports were referred to the agency last year.

03/29/2021 By Staff

Health News

SMH Offers Experimental Treatment for Pancreatic Cancer Patients

Sarasota Memorial is one of just two hospitals in Florida enrolling patients in the clinical trial.

03/26/2021 By Staff

The Bay

The Bay Park's Mangrove Walkway Will Open to the Public April 10

The half-mile, 10-ft. wide sidewalk winds around the coastal wetlands in The Bay Park.

03/26/2021 By Staff

Covid-19

Covid Vaccine 101: Here's What You Need To Know About Registration, Hesitancy and More

Sarasota Department of Health's Steve Huard answers our questions about vaccine numbers, hesitancy and no-response appointments.

03/26/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Taxes

Selby Gardens to Retain Property Tax Exemption

Selby Gardens president and CEO Jennifer Rominiecki called the decision an "overwhelming victory."

03/25/2021 By Staff

Books

New Children's Book Exploring Loss Benefits Tidewell Foundation

A percentage of sales from “Ham’s Big Adventure” will support Tidewell’s care, including family grief services.

03/25/2021 By Staff

Travel

Southwest Airlines Adds Two New Destinations at SRQ

The airline also added additional service to existing flights.

03/25/2021 By Staff

DIY Workshop

Workshop Teaches How to Turn Furniture Into Art

Saw Blossom shop owners host their first workshop to help newbies turn old furniture into new art pieces.

03/25/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Pedal Power

DreamLarge to Host Bike Ride at The Bay on March 27

The free event is open to the public; the ride will take bikers through The Bay and downtown Sarasota.

03/24/2021 By Staff

Philanthropy

Safe Children Coalition Receives Grant to Support Scholarships

The $20,000 in funding will directly support 15-20 students engaged with SCC’s Achievers program with scholarships as they continue their education.

03/23/2021 By Staff

Sugar Shot

Got the Vaccine and Want Your Free Krispy Kreme? You'll Have to Go for a Drive

For those in the Sarasota area, the nearest locations where you can claim your treasure are in St. Petersburg, Brandon, Tampa and Fort Myers.

03/23/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

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

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