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Thursday, June 11, 2015, marked the Grand Opening of Microsoft at the Mall at University Town Center. With a line around the food court and numerous gifts to be handed out randomly to the crowd, it was quite the scene. Children were able to play Xbox One on a large screen TV in front of […]
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Under the artistic direction of Sergiy Mykhaylov and Darya Fedotova, the School of Russian Ballet will present one performance of The Nutcracker at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 7, 2014 at the Sarasota Opera House in Sarasota, Florida. Choreography by Vadim Fedotov. The School of Russian Ballet dancers will be joined on stage by international […]
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To have reputable hospitals in your community is akin to being able to sleep at night. It might not be something you focus on or take the time to appreciate until you need it. In the middle of your health crisis or that of a loved one, you realize how appreciative you are of high-quality […]
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For the 18th year in a row, Clancy’s Irish Sports Pub in Bradenton will be helping locals ring in the New Year with compassion, community spirit, and a whole lot of heart. What began as the Shamrock Shiver Charity Plunge has grown into one of the Suncoast’s most anticipated annual fundraising traditions—bringing neighbors together to […]
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The family-run grocer Detwiler’s Farm Market is planting its newest flag in east Manatee County: a 43,000-square-foot full-service store at 4502 E State Road 64 (SR 64) in the Braden River Plaza in Bradenton. A Fresh Expansion The upcoming Bradenton location marks the company’s seventh store across the Sarasota-Manatee region. The new site is being […]
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Ocala, Florida, may be known for its rolling pastures, Spanish moss, and quiet Southern charm, but statistics show another side of the city, one that makes drivers think twice before merging, braking, or crossing an intersection. Ocala continues to rank as one of the most accident-prone cities in the United States, with fatal crash involvement […]
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Under the glow of a full moon and the soothing rhythm of Gulf waves, the beaches of Anna Maria Island achieved a heart-warming conservation milestone this year. A breathtaking 30,613 baby sea turtles emerged from the sand and scurried toward the sea, guided by moonlight and beach-side volunteers. According to the team at Anna Maria […]
Written by Vicky Sullivan on . Posted in Music.
Sarasota’s great listening room, Fogartyville, had an audience on Saturday night that came to hear the blues and gospel sung by Tampa Bay resident, Betty Fox. She has been compared to Etta James or Aretha, but I saw her channeling Janis Joplin in many ways. An International Blues Challenge Finalist and Best of the Bay multiple winner, […]
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The Sarasota County Fire Department (SCFD) has once again been distinguished by the American Heart Association, securing two of its most prestigious awards for emergency cardiovascular and stroke care: These accolades recognize the department’s unwavering dedication to delivering rapid, evidence-based treatment for acute chest pain, heart attacks and strokes—and underscore SCFD’s life-saving impact on the […]
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A fresh culinary experience is coming to historic Dearborn Street this fall. Chophouse285, a new upscale steakhouse from seasoned local restaurateurs Keith and Laurie Farlow, is set to open at 285 West Dearborn Street—offering premium dry-aged steaks, island-inspired flavors, and Southern hospitality in a setting that celebrates Englewood’s Old Florida character. Best known as the […]
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If you have a dog in your own family, you can attest to this well-known fact: There is no better feeling than walking into your home and being greeted by a tail-wagging, rump-shaking pup. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been gone for two weeks or two hours, your dog will always greet you with that […]