SARASOTA COUNTY – Saving energy, water, and other resources are key elements of sustainability. For a limited time, Sarasota County also has a way for attendees to save money to attend its annual sustainability workshop. Discounted, “early-bird” registration remains open until Sept. 26 for the 17th Annual Sustainable Communities Workshop, a full-day workshop that showcases … [Read more...] about Early-bird registration closing for 17th Annual Sustainable Communities Workshop
Economic Development, Government
How the U.S. Constitution impacts you and local government
By Angel Colonneso, Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller Two hundred and thirty-five years ago, on September 17, the U.S. Constitution was signed, thus creating the system of government, a representative democracy, we have in place to this very day. My office celebrates the signing of the U.S. Constitution every September during Constitution Week, which … [Read more...] about How the U.S. Constitution impacts you and local government
Plants, advice and demonstrations all part of Extension plant sale
SARASOTA COUNTY – Don't miss the 16th Annual Master Gardener Volunteer Plant Sale and EdFest on Oct. 08, a one-of-a-kind opportunity to get great plants and advice for your landscape and to learn about the array of UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County services. The event, co-hosted by Extension staff and Master Gardener Volunteers, runs 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Twin Lakes Park, … [Read more...] about Plants, advice and demonstrations all part of Extension plant sale
University Area CDC Holds Free Ninth Annual Up Dance Battle
WHO: University Area CDC (Community Development Corporation) WHAT: Prodigy® Turn Up Dance Battle WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 24 (Registration 10 to 11 a.m.; Dance Battle … [Read more...] about University Area CDC Holds Free Ninth Annual Up Dance Battle
Valley Bank expands into Manatee County with new market president Mike McCoy
Valley Bank, which has branches across the Tampa Bay area and Florida, today announces its expansion into Manatee County with the appointment of Mike McCoy as Market President for Manatee County. McCoy will focus on growing Valley’s presence in the market by hiring a strong banking team and adding branches as opportunities arise. McCoy’s appointment follows the success of … [Read more...] about Valley Bank expands into Manatee County with new market president Mike McCoy