Anniversaries

Port Manatee Celebrates 50th Anniversary

The port was dedicated on Oct. 29, 1970.

10/30/2020 By Staff

Fast Track

Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation Appoints New Officers, Board Members

Philip Delaney will serve as SMHF's board chair for 2020-2021.

10/30/2020 By Staff

Groundbreaking

Jewish Federation Holds Groundbreaking at Larry & Mary Greenspon Family Campus for Jewish Life

The federation has raised $15.3 million of its $25 million goal through its "JFED Proud & Strong" campaign.

10/29/2020 By Staff

Philanthropy

Patterson Foundation Gives $250,000 to Hurricane Recovery Efforts

Since 2012, The Patterson Foundation has contributed more than $4.75 million to CDP to support efforts for major disasters.

10/29/2020 By Staff

Time Change

Reminder: Daylight Savings Time Ends Sunday, Nov. 1

Sarasota County Fire Department is encouraging residents to use the time change as a reminder to test and replace batteries in smoke alarms.

10/29/2020 By Staff

Economy

Gross Domestic Product Spiked By a Record 7.4 Percent in Third Quarter 2020

However, that growth is largely in response to Q2's unprecedented shutdowns, experts say.

10/29/2020 By Staff

Fast Track

Local FPRA President Earns Public Relations Accreditation

Eleni Kouvatsos is the senior manager of communications at First Watch Restaurants.

10/28/2020 By Staff

Fast Track

Premier Sotheby's CEO Named to Executive Committee of National Association of Realtors

The committee is comprised of the NAR leadership team, regional vice presidents and select appointees from the industry.

10/28/2020 By Staff

Philanthropy

All Faiths Food Bank Receives $95,000 to Support Mobile Pantries, Covid-19 Response Efforts

The food bank's Mobile Pantry program provides access to fresh produce, meats and groceries to those in need.

10/28/2020 By Staff

Elections

What To Know Before You Vote Next Tuesday

A checklist from the Sarasota County Supervisor of Elections.

10/28/2020 By Staff

Fast Track

FourThought Financial Hires Two

Alet Filmalter and Carter Couchot have joined the firm as planner and client relationship manager, respectively.

10/27/2020 By Staff

Philanthropy

Broadway Star Lorna Luft to Headline Tidewell Foundation Signature Luncheon

Luft, a cancer survivor, is the daughter of beloved actor Judy Garland and a champion for health care and women's rights.

10/27/2020 By Staff

Architecture

Fawley Bryant Completes Batting Tunnel for the St. Louis Cardinals

The project served as a catalyst for upcoming improvements, additions, and renovations to the Cardinals’ spring training complex.

10/27/2020 By Staff

Elections

Reminder: Early Voting for Nov. 3 Election Ends Nov. 1

Sarasota County Supervisor of Elections Ron Turner is urging voters to cast ballots early, if possible.

10/27/2020 By Staff

Fast Track

Suzanne Sherman Appointed Provost and VP for Academic Affairs at New College

Sherman is an associate professor of chemistry and has served as associate provost since 2018.

10/26/2020 By Staff

Construction

Saprito Pier To Close for Improvement Project

Access to the pier will be obstructed for approximately three to four months to ensure public safety while the work is completed.

10/26/2020 By Staff

Voting

Supervisor of Elections Announces Temporary Polling Place Changes for Nov. 3 General Election

Be sure to double-check your precinct info before you head out next Tuesday.

10/26/2020 By Staff

Philanthropy

Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation Receives $100,000 Gift

The donation comes from Eliza Perlmutter Culverhouse in support of the hospital's emergency care center.

10/26/2020 By Staff

Events

The Greater Sarasota Chamber Announces 100th Annual Meeting and Luncheon

This year's event will take place virtually.

10/26/2020 By Staff

Home Tour

Annual Lakewood Ranch Tour of Homes Morphs into ‘Ranch Road Home’

The revamped event, a nod to Covid-19, takes place Nov. 6-22 in 21 Lakewood Ranch villages.

10/26/2020 By Ilene Denton