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Good Deeds
Volunteers helped pack and distribute emergency meal kits, including a three-day supply of shelf-stable, nutritious foods.
06/29/2021 By Staff
Grants
The funds come from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County to support sexual and reproductive health care for priority populations.
Fast Track
Daniel DeLeo has been named chair and Marilyn Thompson vice-chair. Jeff Troiano will join the board for a three-year term.
Murals
The mural, designed by Cat Forrest and commissioned by DreamLarge, depicts a children’s scene within a park.
Centennial Celebrations
Several local partnerships will commemorate the occasion.
06/28/2021 By Staff
Arts Education
A $106,700 grant from the Barancik Foundation will be directed to hiring teaching artists, community relations managers and a project manager.
The $10,000 grant will help support The Ringling’s upcoming collaboration with artist Rhodnie Desir.
Jobs
According to U.S. Census data, a language other than English is spoken at home in nearly 18 percent of households in Manatee County.
Awards
Awards were given out in eight categories.
Philanthropy
The grants awarded will support a number of areas including technology, education, transportation, environment, ADA accessibility and more.
06/25/2021 By Staff
Samantha Malcolm is a high-school student at The Out-of-Door Academy and Patrice Cohen is a former corporate executive.
Steve Krause, Nelle Miller, Malissa Maurice and Elizabeth Donofrio have all been named to the board.
Thomas was previously the Dean of Students at the College of William & Mary.
06/24/2021 By Staff
Rankings
Allegiant is the only Sarasota-based firm included and one of only four in Florida for 2021.
The funding will be used for home health aide career development.
Politics
The event will take place on Saturday, July 3, at the Sarasota Fairgrounds.
Government
The new program, eComment, allows people to indicate whether they support or oppose items on the commission's agenda and leave comments.
Hunger
Nearly half of the 43,000 students enrolled in Sarasota County Schools participate in free and reduced meal programs.
Market Report
The median price for a single-family home in Sarasota County is $407,000; in Manatee County, it's $400,000.
06/23/2021 By Staff
Jordan will assume the role on July 1.
