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The Most Haunted Spots in Sarasota and Manatee: Local Ghost Stories and the History Behind Them

Sunshine, beaches and Gulf sunsets aren't the first things that come to mind when you think of ghost stories. But Sarasota and Manatee County have..

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Joint Accounts and FDIC Insurance: How Much Is Actually Covered?

Most people know the FDIC number: $250,000. Fewer know that a joint account doesn't follow the same math as an account in one person's name. Two..

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New Treasurer or Board? How to Update Your Nonprofit's Bank Account (Florida Checklist)

When a nonprofit elects a new treasurer or turns over its board, the bank account should change the same week. In practice, it often doesn't. The..

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Walk for Those Who Served: Join Us at The Long Walk Home Veterans Day 5K in Venice

This Veterans Day, there's a way to honor the people who served that goes beyond a thank-you. On Wednesday, November 11, 2026, The Long Walk Home is..

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Your Voicemail Greeting Could Help a Scammer Clone Your Voice

The phone rings. It's your grandson, and he's panicking. He's been in an accident, or arrested, or stranded somewhere. He needs money right now, and..

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What You Should Never Paste Into ChatGPT (or Any AI Chatbot)

AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, and Copilot have quickly become everyday tools. People use them to build a budget, make sense of a..

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Ballroom Blitz Brings Local Celebrities to the Dance Floor for Parkinson Place

On Saturday, October 24, some familiar Sarasota faces will trade their day jobs for dancing shoes.

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Liberty Savings Bank Celebrates a Habitat for Humanity Home Dedication in Bradenton

At Liberty Savings Bank, we believe strong communities are built one family, one neighborhood, and one home at a time. In late September, members of..

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How to Spot a Fake Banking Website or App

Banking online makes managing your money easier than ever—but it also gives scammers more opportunities to try to steal your information.

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10 Home Improvements to Consider Before the Holidays

Fall in Florida can be a great time to tackle projects around the house. The weather starts to cool down, the holidays are approaching, and before..

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