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Indigo’s Suzanne Henke said riprap (crushed rocks used to prevent erosion) around the edge of a pond looks ugly; she wants to see more "living" shorelines around Manatee County ponds and lakes. So Henke attended an Envision Manatee workshop March 28 at the Lakewood Ranch Library to present her...

K9 Vern from the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office has reached the Sweet 16 round in the Florida Sheriffs’ K9 March Madness competition. Residents can vote for Vern once every 24 hours by visiting https://woobox.com/8gkrc8.

Mylo, a 4½-year-old Jack Russell mix weighing about 35 lbs, is available for adoption in Sarasota, FL through allaboutGODscreatures. He is playful, intelligent, and affectionate, and does best in an active, dog-savvy home that enjoys walks, play, and mental challenges. To meet or adopt Mylo, call or text 941-225-9774...

More than 100 homeowners have charged in a lawsuit that officials in Sarasota County, Florida, failed to maintain a dike for years, allowing Hurricane Debby’s floodwaters to inundate homes throughout an upscale subdivision. “Engineering modeling analysis has confirmed that without the breach of the Cow Pen Slough...

As the definition of luxury continues to evolve, so too does the expectation of how we live each day. Today’s most sought-after residences are no longer defined solely by finishes or location, but by how thoughtfully they support overall well-being. In Downtown Sarasota, One Park Sarasota is emerging as a response to...

Rosalee, a 2-year-old Bully breed mix, is available for adoption in Sarasota, FL through allaboutGODscreatures. She is spayed, crate trained, affectionate with people, and enjoys walks. Rosalee can be reactive behind fences but does well with proper introductions. She needs a confident owner who can manage her size...

Business Debut has another round up of new restaurants opening across Bradenton, Ellenton and Palmetto!. Get the full story by clicking the links beneath each section. Address: 3412 US-301, Unit 101, Ellenton, FL 34222. Status: Recently opened. What to expect: Cajun seafood restaurant and market with 60–70 seats....

ENGLEWOOD, Fla. (WWSB) - A Nokomis man is in jail after he allegedly chased 10 people with a machete on Blind Pass Beach March 25, the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office said. John Anthony Slodyczka was detained by deputies while trying to drive away after victims called authorities. According to...

Nobody warns you about the train whistle. One moment you are standing on an ordinary platform, and the next, something inside you shifts in a way you did not expect. It is not quite memory and not quite longing, but something that sits perfectly between the two. Florida has a habit of hiding its best features behind...

Sarasota County’s leadership job market is buzzing with opportunities for experienced managers ready to take the next step. From luxury hospitality to healthcare and senior living, there’s a strong mix of roles offering growth and great benefits.