Politics

Arts Education Group Hosts School Board Discussion

The Arts and Cultural Alliance is hosting an interview session with Sarasota County School Board candidates Caroline Zucker and Teresa Mast on July 25.

07/14/2016 Research by staff

Deals

BMO Harris Plaza Sells for $23 Million

Ian Black Real Estate recently completed the sale of the BMO Harris plaza, the 128,000-square-foot office tower located at 240 S. Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota.

07/14/2016 Research by staff

Construction

Construction Begins on New Siesta Key Daiquiri Deck

Venice's J.E. Charlotte Construction Corp. began construction on the new three-story Daiquiri Deck on south Siesta Key this week.

07/14/2016 Research by staff

Construction

Median American Lot Size Drops

In 2015, the median lot size of a new, sold single-family detached home dropped under 8,600 square feet, according to a blog post published by the National Association of Home Builders.

07/14/2016 Research by staff

Events

Risk Management Association Hosts Banking Panel July 27

The Sarasota chapter of the Risk Management Association will host a panel discussion on new banking regulations from 5:15 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 27.

07/14/2016 Research by staff

The Arts

'How to Make Money in Music' Seminar Set for July 19

The event is intended to offer local musicians important information about the business aspect of music.

07/13/2016 Research by staff

New hires

Realtor Joins Anna Maria Island Firm

Duncan Real Estate, a locally owned real estate firm that specializes in Anna Maria Island properties, recently added realtor Terry Hayes to its team.

07/13/2016 Research by staff

Real estate

Neal Reports June Sales Increase

The Lakewood Ranch-based homebuilder Neal Communities saw an increase in sales in June, with 99 total home sales.

07/13/2016 Research by staff

New hires

Plastic Surgeon Joins Riverchase Team

Dr. Matthew Bonanno, a board-certified plastic surgeon, recently joined the surgical team at Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery.

07/13/2016 Research by staff

Tourism

Lifeguard Competition Coming to Siesta Key

Lifeguards from around the state will compete for medals at the U.S. Lifesaving Association Southeast Region Lifeguard Championships.

07/13/2016 Research by staff

Construction

Local Builder Working on Upgrades at Punta Gorda Airport

Halfacre Construction Company, which has offices in both Sarasota and Punta Gorda, is enhancing operations at the Punta Gorda Airport.

07/13/2016 Research by staff

Construction

Oaks Club Breaks Ground on Fitness Center

Osprey's Oaks Club recently broke ground to begin construction of the club’s new 7,500-square-foot fitness and wellness center.

07/12/2016 Research by staff

Construction

Builder Breaks Ground on Downtown Office Building

Gilbane Building Company broke ground on a new Sarasota office building on Monday.

07/12/2016 Research by staff

Politics

Democratic State Senate Debate Set for Aug. 4

Frank Alcock and Frank Cirillo will square off before the Aug. 30 primary.

07/12/2016 Research by staff

Education

Students Take Part in 'County Career Connections' Tour

University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee students will learn about careers in public service as part of an informational tour of Sarasota County's government offices Wednesday, July 13.

07/12/2016 Research by staff

Deals

Massachusetts Company Buys Two Office Properties

Highland Manor Realty Trust recently purchased two office parcels for almost $2.2 million total.

07/11/2016 Research by staff

Food & Drink

Local Breweries Win Honors at Beer Championship

Both Motorworks Brewing and JDub's Brewing Company won awards at the 2016 U.S. Open Beer Championship.

07/11/2016 Research by staff

Environment

Sustainability Discussion Comes to Fogartyville Tuesday

Sarasota County Openly Plans for Excellence will launch the first leg of its 2016 Sustainability Road Show at the Fogartyville Media and Arts Center on Tuesday, July 12.

07/11/2016 Research by staff

Honors

Sarasota Principal Named 'Boundary Crosser' Award Winner

Barbara Shirley, the principal of Sarasota's Alta Vista Elementary School since 2007, will be presented with SCOPE's Boundary Crosser Award during a dinner held on Sept. 13.

07/11/2016 Research by staff

Manufacturing

Tervis Begins Allowing In-Store Replacements as Part of Lifetime Guarantee

Tervis enthusiasts will now be able to replace their drinkware products in the company's stores and walk out with replacements the same day.

07/11/2016 Research by staff