From Lincoln Memorial High School in Palmetto to Florida A&M and the NFL, Henry Lawrence’s journey is one of excellence, resilience and service. The three-time Super Bowl champion and former Raiders tackle has been inducted into the FHSAA Hall of Fame’s 2026 class.
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The VA awarded $113.3 million to 42 Florida organizations to help prevent and address veteran homelessness in fiscal year 2027. Here’s what the grants support—and where veterans can get help.
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Venice and Out-of-Door Academy remained unbeaten in Week 6, while Cardinal Mooney, Riverview Sarasota, Manatee, Palmetto and North Port earned notable Sarasota-Manatee football victories.
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Suncoast Women of Action honored nine Sarasota leaders at its 12th annual luncheon, “Women Leading with a Purpose,” on Sept. 19. The event celebrated women whose work spans healthcare, education, faith, journalism and community service while highlighting civic engagement and the legacy of Sarasota pioneer Mary Emma Jones.
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Goodwill Manasota and SunCoast Blood Centers collected 671 blood donations through 47 summer blood drives held at Goodwill locations across the region.
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Judith Williams explores John Lewis’ civil-rights legacy, the Voting Rights Act, and the continuing national debate over voting access, redistricting, and fair representation.
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Lori Benton remembers John Hawthorne, a mentor and redevelopment leader who devoted himself to Sarasota’s historic Newtown community and the people who called it home.
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Sarasota’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park is undergoing a $1.1 million redevelopment that will add accessible walkways, a new event plaza, shaded gazebos, recreation tables, improved lighting, new seating, and additional trees.
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New development manager will lead fundraising, donor engagement, and community partnerships as the historic Leonard Reid House celebrates its centennial.
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Riverview survives Manatee thriller as Venice, Braden River, Sarasota, Palmetto and ODA earn big wins Games played September 18, 2026
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