Fast Track

Animal Rescue Coalition Hires Two

Kayla Murphy has been named clinic manager and Maggie O’Brien program manager.

07/21/2021 By Staff

Grants

New Campaign to Educate Families on Water Safety, Safe Sleeping

The grant will allow the Safe Children Coalition to launch a safe sleep educational campaign and give sleep safety and water safety kits to parents the organization serves in Manatee County.

07/21/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

One Eight Oh PR Names Joey Panek Creative Content Director

Panek will lead the firm’s digital marketing and video content efforts.

07/21/2021 By Staff

Top tapas

Another New Wine Bar? Yes, Please!

Checking out Vino Bistro, a new addition to the Sarasota wine scene.

07/21/2021 By Bob McGinn

Jobs

Gulf Coast Community Foundation Awards CareerEdge $125,000

The funding will be used to train and upskill the local workforce.

07/21/2021 By Staff

City News

Accessory Dwelling Units Now Allowed in Sarasota Citywide

City commissioners unanimously agree to give homeowners more flexibility with their properties.

07/21/2021 By Kim Doleatto

House Gawker

Get a Glimpse of Architectural History at Siesta Key's Cocoon and Revere Houses

Tour two of Siesta Key’s architectural gems to learn why the Sarasota School of Architecture’s legacy endures and delights.

07/21/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Family Ties

This Bradenton Family Has a Tennis Star and Two Olympic-Bound Golfers

Sebastian Korda, 21, has played at Wimbledon. His sisters, Nelly and Jessica, competed at the Tokyo Olympics on Team USA's golf team.

07/21/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Your Health Questions Answered

What Are the Benefits of Robotic Hip Surgery?

Makoplasty hip replacements use a robotic arm that aids surgeons in properly placing implants.

07/21/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Philanthropy

Embracing Our Differences Receives Grant from Macy’s

The $5,000 grant will help fund the costs of EOD’s eight Coexistence Clubs at six area high schools and two middle schools.

07/20/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Girls Inc. Adds Two New Board Members

Meanie Singletary is a human resources professional and Jim Rolfes is an attorney.

07/20/2021 By Staff

Rankings

Time Magazine Names Sarasota to 'World's Greatest Places' List

It's one of just two Florida cities to make the list.

07/20/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Child Protection Center Announces Changes to Board

Tina Granthon has been named chair and Jennifer Steube vice-chair. Freya Robbins is a new member.

07/20/2021 By Staff

The Bay

Patterson Foundation Announces $4 Million Matching Challenge for The Bay

Each time a philanthropist donates $5 million to Phase 1 of The Bay, the foundation will contribute $1 million, up to a total of $4 million.

07/20/2021 By Staff

Self Portrait

Using Unexpected Materials, Krystle Lemonias Contextualizes Life Through Art

Lemonias won first prize at the Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative’s 2021 Black Muse exhibition, with work that tells the story of her life.

07/20/2021 By Emma Lichtenstein

Natural Dwellings

So You Wanna Own a Super-Small, Super-Sustainable Home?

Bid fast on Pearl Homes' 540-square-foot, LEED-certified unit. All proceeds benefit the Manatee Boys & Girls Club.

07/20/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Marcella's Magic

A Documentary About Legendary Cookbook Author Marcella Hazan Is in the Works

Hazan's fascinating life story is set to be documented in a new film, if the director can raise the necessary funds.

07/20/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Red Tide

Local Waterkeepers to Host Community Forum on Red Tide

The talk will focus on causes, effects and solutions for harmful algae blooms; it will be held at the Bradenton Yacht Club.

07/19/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Van Wezel Foundation Names Three New Board Members

Sharon Hillstrom, Rochelle Nigri and Walton Pearson were each unanimously approved to serve a three-year term.

07/19/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative Names Michéle Des Verney Redwine CEO

The organization also expanded its board of trustees.

07/19/2021 By Staff