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

Health is Wealth

Healthy Café Delivers Fast-Casual Bowls With an Indian Twist

The restaurant is currently offering a 20 percent introductory discount on its dishes, plus free turmeric tea and watermelon juice.

10/21/2019 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Limelight

The Players Centre for Performing Arts Cocktail Party

A party preceded the Players production of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow at the Sarasota Polo Club.

10/21/2019 Photography by Lori Sax

Limelight

Share Care Global's An Evening in India

The glittering fund-raising dinner took place at Michael's On East.

10/21/2019 Photography by Lori Sax

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

Limelight

UnGala Gala 2019

The UnGala Gala made its return to the social scene to support The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art.

10/21/2019 Photography by Lori Sax

Limelight

Share the Light Luncheon 2019

The 24th annual luncheon for Second Chance Last Opportunity honored those who have helped support its mission.

10/21/2019 Photography by Cliff Roles

Limelight

Goodwill Manasota Community Ambassador of the Year Awards Dinner

Several honorees took the spotlight at the dinner at Michael's on East.

10/18/2019 Photography by Lori Sax

Real Estate

DeMarcay Condo Project Sets 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

Giving

Boys & Girls Clubs Receives $20,000 Grant From Maytag

Volunteer Jim Martin was recently honored with the appliance manufacturer's Dependable Leader Award.

10/18/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

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

Real Estate Junkie

For Sale: A Historic Bradenton Farmhouse

It’s been updated in a way that still allows it to be quaint and quirky without a “just flipped” feeling and the current owners’ shabby chic style is the perfect look for the place.

10/17/2019 By Robert Plunket

Seaside Dreams

Local Artist to Publish Second Book of Island Photography

Mary Lou Johnson's new book, The Lure of Sarasota and Her Islands, is scheduled to be released in November.

10/17/2019 By Sarafina Murphy-Gibson

A wing and a prayer

Five Sarasota Spots That Serve Great Chicken Wings

Most sports bars offer tasty enough chicken wings, but Chef Judi has discovered some unexpected restaurants that serve crispy, delicious wings.

10/17/2019 By Judi Gallagher

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