Neighbors

Andrew Warfield
March 13, 2025

Endurance athlete runs for those who run toward danger

Sarasota accountant Nels Matson recently completed a run across America to honor a fallen Navy SEAL's last wish — and to try to set a new world record.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
March 12, 2025

New Gillespie Park historical marker honors Sarasota's first mayor

The new marker honors the contributions of John Hamilton Gillespie, the "father of Sarasota," in the park bearing his name.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Lesley Dwyer
March 12, 2025

Retired Lakewood Ranch couple raises puppies for Dogs Inc.

The puppies Bob and Ann Kasperski raise turn into working dogs that assist people with disabilities.

East County
Neighbors

Dana Kampa
March 12, 2025

Restoration project to bring St. Armands statues back to life

Edward Pinto is leading a renewed effort to restore the damaged statues on St. Armands Circle to their former glory, calling on the public to show its support.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
March 12, 2025

Teen Court of Sarasota honors largest group of scholarship recipients

The annual awards dinner celebrated 18 young members of the organization, who received scholarships.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Janet Combs
March 11, 2025

Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto celebrates 2025 Youth of the Year

The nonprofit highlighted the achievements of all of its Youth of the Year finalists at the event March 7.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Eric Garwood
March 11, 2025

Top jumpers come to TerraNova Equestrian Center for Split Rock Finale

The Myakka City facility continues to grow in reputation in equestrian sports.

East County
Neighbors

Dana Kampa
March 11, 2025

Second Town Green open house on Longboat Key unites community

Nonprofits, religious groups, small businesses and educational services all came together for a community open house on Saturday.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Dana Kampa
March 11, 2025

First-time author brings psalms to life with poetry, essays

Stephen Huebner said he hopes readers are enlightened by his pithy yet informative reflections on ancient writings.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Dana Kampa
March 11, 2025

Bird Key Women's Association smashes doggy fundraising goals

The Bird Key Women's Association said it more than doubled the money raised at its last dog parade to support Nate's Honor Animal Rescue.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Dana Kampa
March 10, 2025

St. Mary show on Longboat Key benefits fashionistas, fauna

This year's St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church fashion show drew about 250 people.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Dana Kampa
March 10, 2025

Conservationist, former commissioner urges Longboat Key community action

Lecturer Jon Thaxton asked attendees at a recent Education Center seminar to be informed and engaged on environmental issues, especially with a 2026 land use referendum.