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Earle Kimel

Sarasota

South County Reporter at Sarasota Herald-Tribune

Man about Venice, North Port and South County at Herald-Tribune Media Group, occasional photographer, early-adopter Parrothead.

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  • Lemon Bay Sunrise Rotary Club seeks donations for Light Up Lemon Bay July 4th fireworks

    5 days ago | heraldtribune.com | Earle Kimel

    The Lemon Bay fireworks show will proceed as planned on July 4th despite hurricane damage. The launch site has been moved to the former Buchan's Landing site due to damage at Blind Pass Beach. The Lemon Bay Sunrise Rotary Club is actively seeking donations to cover rising costs. Donations can be made at local businesses and the Englewood Chamber of Commerce.

  • Florida Blue Medicare Advantage plan change to impact primary care doctors linked with SMH

    6 days ago | heraldtribune.com | Earle Kimel

    First Physicians Group primary care doctors will be out-of-network for Florida Blue Medicare Advantage plans starting July 1, 2025. Approximately 3,800 patients are affected by this change, but specialists and Sarasota Memorial Hospital remain in-network. Florida Blue stated the change ensures their network meets member needs, while First Physicians Group cited industry changes as the reason.

  • After decisive special election loss, North Port commission axes impact fee discount plan

    1 week ago | heraldtribune.com | Earle Kimel

    Board members are still coming to terms with rejection by voters on May 13 specail electionFollowing a failed referendum, the North Port City Commission canceled a business impact fee discount program and explored alternative funding options for essential projects. The commission also discussed funding for a new police station, waste transfer station, and wastewater system improvements, along with hurricane shortfall coverage.

  • Sarasota County's Legacy Trail: Five family friendly stops for fun from Sarasota to Venice

    1 week ago | heraldtribune.com | Earle Kimel

    The Legacy Trail, spanning 18.5 miles, connects Sarasota to Venice, extending to a 30-mile path with the North Port Connector. The trail accommodates diverse users, including walkers, runners, skateboarders, and scooter riders. Five family-friendly stops along the trail include the Venice Historic Train Depot, Nokomis Community Park, Osprey Junction Trailhead Park, Ashton Trailhead, and Pompano Trailhead.

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital board approves expansion of Venice radiation and MRI services

    1 week ago | heraldtribune.com | Earle Kimel

    Board also approves $30 million expansion of space for cardiac electrophysiology procedures; demand has doubled over the past five yearsSarasota Memorial Hospital's Venice campus will undergo a $29 million expansion of its radiology and MRI services. A $30 million expansion of the cardiac electrophysiology department at SMH was also approved to address increased demand.

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