Daily News Roundup: November 16, 2025
King Middle School Student’s Painting Chosen for Statewide Art in the Capitol Display
A student artist from Martha B. King Middle School has earned top honors in this year’s Art in the Capitol competition. Makayla M., a young creator studying under art teacher Robert Truby, was selected for her acrylic painting titled “The Starry Croak
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center Achieves Elite National Status as a Straight- ‘A’ For Patient Safety
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center was awarded an “A” Hospital Safety Grade for the third consecutive time by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety.
Manatee Community Foundation Opens Nominations for 20th Annual Spirit of Manatee Awards
Manatee Community Foundation (MCF) is now accepting nominations for its 20th annual Spirit of Manatee Awards Luncheon, which will be held on March 25, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at the Palmetto Marriott Resort and Spa.
United Way Suncoast CEO Assumes New Role with Community Foundation of Sarasota County
Jesscia Muroff, who has elevated United Way Suncoast to new heights in her role as United Way Suncoast CEO over the last six years, will leave the organization in January to become president and CEO of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County.