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The politics of the pandemic

Sarasota's Supervisor of Elections Explains Why Voting by Mail Remains 'Safe and Secure'

Ron Turner walks us through how voting by mail works in Sarasota County.

05/27/2020 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Awards

Andrea Knies Recognized With Joe Curley Rising Leader Award

The award identifies and honors up-and-coming members who demonstrate emerging leadership traits along with dedicated, active involvement in chapter activities.

05/26/2020 By Staff

Quarantine Care

Seven Products to Boost Your Quarantine Beauty Routine

One of the few perks of self-isolation may be developing a seriously indulgent self-care regimen.

05/26/2020 By Heather Dunhill

High Impact

The Sarasota Heroes Mural Is Becoming a City Inspiration

Local nurses are snapping selfies, and a city official hopes for more murals like this one.

05/22/2020 By Susan Burns

Awards

Carol Schoff Wins Sir Speedy Sales Awards

Schoff was one of only 28 salespeople who received Platinum-level status, and one of only 17 salespeople to be selected into the Million Dollar Club.

05/21/2020 By Staff

Fast Track

E.J. Ledesma Named CEO of 360 Orthopedics

Ledesma brings more than 20 years of healthcare leadership experience.

05/21/2020 By Staff

Coronavirus

Sarasota County Receives Approval to Resume Vacation Rentals

All local and municipal ordinances for vacation rentals apply.

05/21/2020 By Staff

Love in the time of COVID

Professor Offers Tips on Dealing With Relationship Conflict During the Pandemic

Dr. Joanna DeValia recently shared her program 'Romantic Competence' through Lakewood Ranch's Brain Health Initiative.

05/21/2020 By Allison Forsyth

Real Estate

Local Housing Market Activity Significantly Decreased in April

The Realtor Association of Sarasota-Manatee says a pause in the housing market was expected as a result of COVID-19 and stay-at-home orders.

05/21/2020 By Staff

Coronavirus

Another 2.4 Million People Filed for Unemployment Last Week

Even as all 50 states begin to reopen, most experts say recovery from the COVID-19 shutdown will take at least a few years.

05/21/2020 By Megan McDonald

Fantastic Voyage

Drive-By Graduation Celebration Will Honor Teen Health Educators

The Healthy Teens Coalition of Manatee County is celebrating student volunteers next week.

05/21/2020 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Fizzling Out

Sarasota Bayfront, Siesta Key July 4 Fireworks Cancelled

Organizers say public safety, social distancing guidelines and crowd management in the face of COVID-19 played a major role in the decision.

05/21/2020 By Megan McDonald

Grants

Community Foundation of Sarasota County Issues Nearly $4.5 Million in Grants in Two Months

Funds provide nonprofit organizations support to address immediate needs in response to COVID-19 pandemic, plus evolving short-term and longer-term initiatives.

05/20/2020 By Staff

Awards

Sarasota Military Academy Director Recognized with Rotary Vocational Service Award

Christina Bowman was recognized with the award as a special surprise during the Rotary Club’s monthly meeting, held via video chat.

05/20/2020 By Staff

Conferences

CareerSource Suncoast Announces Open Registration for 'State of Talent' Virtual Conference

The conference's aim is to help attendees better understand the state of workforce talent in the community.

05/20/2020 By Staff

Seed money

The Florida State Parks Foundation Wants to Plant 100,000 New Pine Trees in One Year

Here's how you can help.

05/20/2020 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Coronavirus

Bird Key Park Parking Lot Reopens

Open spaces at the park have remained available throughout the COVID-19 local health emergency for walking, jogging, exercise and outdoor relaxation for people and pets.

05/19/2020 By Staff

Fast Track

Crews Bank & Trust Adds Trust Officer

Dotti Girardi will be based in the bank's new downtown Sarasota office.

05/19/2020 By Staff

Nursing

Suncoast Nursing Action Coalition Doubles Nursing Education Scholarships

SNAC awarded a total of 47 scholarships, totaling $158,000, to local recipients this spring.

05/19/2020 By Staff

Coronavirus

City Commission Votes to Reopen Lido Beach

The beach, which is under the jurisdiction of the city, had previously been closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic even while other county beaches reopened.

05/19/2020 Photography by Staff

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