Fast Track

The Ringling’s Chief Registrar Authors Article for Inclusion Handbook

The article details Carpenter’s professional experiences in dealing with issues of diversity, equity and inclusion during her 20-year museum career.

1:11pm By Staff

Fast Track

Atlas Building Company Hires Vice-President of Operations

The company also promoted Charlie Woehle to the position of vice-president of pre-construction services.

10/21/2019 By Staff

Scholarships

Local Teens Receive Scholarships From Sportscaster Dick Vitale

For the past 22 years, Dick and Lorraine Vitale have donated $5,000 each year to be distributed to deserving members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County.

10/21/2019 By Staff

Philanthropy

Orioles Team Up With Local Charities to Help Fight Hunger

The Orioles’ support for All Faiths Food Bank and Mayors’ Feed the Hungry Program is part of its year-round outreach program, Sarasota 365.

10/21/2019 By Staff

Red Tide

Low Levels of Red Tide-Causing Organism Detected in Sarasota County

The concentration is so low that no adverse effects are expected; however, higher levels were found in Lee and Collier counties.

10/21/2019 By Staff

Real Estate

DeMarcay Luxury Condos Set Groundbreaking Date

The condo project will mark the beginning of the process for preserving the two historic façades and selected interior materials from the former hotel and cigar factory situated on the current site.

10/18/2019 By Staff

Construction

Orange Avenue Intersection Closures Expected This Week

Drivers are advised to avoid the area if possible.

10/18/2019 By Staff

Health News

Sarasota Police Taking Back Unwanted Prescription Drugs

The public can bring pills for disposal to the lobby of the Sarasota Police Department or Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market Pharmacy.

10/18/2019 By Staff

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

Grants

Gulf Coast Community Foundation Awards $40,000 Grant to Embracing Our Differences

The $40,000 grant will help fund the organization's annual outdoor exhibition, as well as outreach programs and initiatives.

10/17/2019 By Staff

Fast Track

Easterseals Happiness House Hires Community Engagement Director

Carie Rasmussen, formerly of the Herald Tribune Media Group, will lead community engagement, communications, special event production and more.

10/17/2019 By Staff

Networking

Sarasota and Manatee Chambers to Host Business Expo, Networking Event

The event will take place Wednesday, Nov. 6, from 4-7:30 p.m. at the Bradenton Area Convention Center.

10/17/2019 By Staff

Appointments

Bradenton Attorney Appointed to 12th Circuit Court

Since 2017, Stephen Matthew Whyte, of Bradenton, has been the general counsel of the Manatee County Clerk and Comptroller.

10/17/2019 By Staff

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

Mental Health

State Hires First-Ever Disaster Recovery Mental Health Coordinator

In one of her first tasks, Darcy Abbott will be deployed to the Panhandle to assist with coordinating mental health services for those impacted by Hurricane Michael.

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