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

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

Real Estate Junkie

For Sale: A Historic Bradenton Farmhouse

It’s been updated in a way that still allows it to be quaint and quirky without a “just flipped” feeling and the current owners’ shabby chic style is the perfect look for the place.

10/17/2019 By Robert Plunket

Awards

Sarasota Dermatologist Named 2019 Surgeon of the Year

Dr. J Morgan O'Donoghue was honored by the Florida Society of Dermatologic Surgeons.

10/16/2019 By Staff

Green Places

Local Organizations Launch New Sustainability Initiative

Partners for Green Places is a collaborative movement and grant program designed to inspire organizations and nonprofits to implement sustainable measures.

10/16/2019 By Staff

The Bay

Bay Park Conservancy Shares Fundraising, Site Plan Progress

The conservancy is two-thirds of the way to its $20 million private fundraising goal.

10/16/2019 By Staff

Fast Track

All Faiths Food Bank Names New Chief Financial Officer

Michael Zeibell joined the food bank in 2018 with 35 years of experience in the food business, including 15 as a CFO.

10/16/2019 By Staff

Weekly Planner

Oktoberfest, Fried Chicken and Champagne and More of This Week's Best Food and Drink Events

Also on the menu: a wine dinner at The Sarasota Modern and an eco-friendly event at Ben & Jerry's.

10/16/2019 By Sarafina Murphy-Gibson

Rom-com

'The Great Love Debate' Comes to Sarasota

Prepare yourself for a live battle of the sexes hosted by McCurdy's next week.

10/15/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Ship Shape

Port Manatee Breaks Fiscal Year Cargo Records

Among other accomplishments, the port topped 10 million tons of total annual throughput for the first time in its 50-year history.

10/15/2019 By Staff

Education

Sarasota County Schools Announces 2020 'Principal of the Year'

The school system also named the 2020 Assistant Principal of the Year.

10/14/2019 By Staff

Commercial Real Estate

Posh Plum Furniture Consignment Will Open New, Larger Showroom

The new space is 9,576 square feet and located at 4608 S. Tamiami Trail.

10/14/2019 By Staff

Travel

SRQ Airport Traffic Up 51 Percent in September

Traffic for September 2019 was up 51 percent over September of 2018, and year-to-date passenger numbers are up 40 percent so far.

10/14/2019 By Staff

Fast Track

Sara Brunow Named Asolo Rep Education and Engagement Director

Most recently, Brunow was the 
director of community engagement at Houston's Theatre Under The Stars.

10/11/2019 By Staff

Manufacturing

PGT Innovations Launches New iLab

The iLab team will provide solutions to customers with projects that require new and inventive features, custom needs, or one-of-a-kind products.

10/11/2019 By Staff

Fast Track

Venice Regional Bayfront Health Appoints Chief Quality Officer

Carole Beauchamp, R.N., has more than 30 years of healthcare experience in clinical, managerial and consulting roles.

10/10/2019 By Staff

Doing good

Three-Day Event Raises Money for Rural Schools in South Africa

Safari Sarasota participants can listen to wildlife stories, taste wine and sample South African cuisine while supporting South Africa's Good Work Foundation.

10/10/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Fast Track

United Way Suncoast Names New CEO

Jessica Muroff replaces former UWS CEO Suzanne McCormick, who was recently named president of United Way Worldwide.

10/10/2019 By Staff

Education

REACH Manatee Presents 'College & Career Readiness' Conference

The free event is focused on helping families understand the college and career options for their students.

10/10/2019 By Staff