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Feel Better, Live Freely with Sierra's Bodyworx
Free yourself from chronic pain, tension, and postural issues through personalized therapeutic massage and advanced bodywork techniques designed to transform how you feel—every day. Sierra blends healing and science with heart-centered care, using customized protocols tailored to your body's unique needs. From myofascial release and neuromuscular therapy to lymphatic drainage, Thai massage, and Active Isolated Stretching—this is wellness that works. https://sierrasbodyworx.com/New! Listen & Feel
Venice-Nokomis Rotary Names Christine Lawton-Clark as 2025 Teacher of the Year
Venice-Nokomis Rotary Names Christine Lawton-Clark as 2025 Teacher of the YearThe Venice-Nokomis Rotary is proud to announce Christine Lawton-Clark of Taylor Ranch Elementary School as the recipient of the 2025 Teacher of the Year Award. Now in its 35th year, this prestigious honor is awarded annually to an outstanding educator in South Sarasota County, nominated by peers and selected by a Rotary committee in recognition of exceptional service, dedication, and impact in the classroom and beyond.Christine
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Behind the scenes of HCA Florida Wellen Park Emergency with Leadership Venice!
HCA Florida Wellen Park? Emergency was honored to participate in this year’s Leadership Venice Healthcare Day, offering attendees an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of our state-of-the-art emergency facility. As part of the day’s agenda, guests had the opportunity to explore our advanced medical environment and learn how we are delivering high-quality, compassionate emergency care to the Wellen Park community. These business leaders toured our freestanding emergency center—an extension of HCA Florida
A Realist’s Guide to Managing Business Expenses Without Losing Your Mind
Running a business isn’t for the faint of heart, especially when the financials feel like an endless stack of receipts and spreadsheets nobody asked for. The aversion to dealing with numbers is real, and it’s more common among business owners than most are willing to admit. Yet ignoring the dollars and cents doesn’t make them disappear—it just makes them harder to track when things inevitably go sideways. But managing expenses doesn’t have to mean a full pivot into accounting mode; it’s about strategy,
Tips for Letting Visual Storytelling Speak Louder Than Pitches
If you’ve ever paused while scrolling to watch a café’s latte art swirl into a perfect heart or stayed just a little longer on a post showing behind-the-scenes shots from a local ceramic studio, you’ve felt the magnetic pull of visual storytelling. For small businesses fighting to stand out in a blur of content, imagery is more than decoration—it’s your secret handshake, your storefront on the world’s most crowded street corner. Customers might not remember a slogan or even your name, but they’ll remember
The CTA, BOI and FinCEN: What Does this Mean for Venice, FL Businesses?
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. Read more for details on how this may impact your business in the future. 1. Determine if
Strengthen Your Small Business by Preparing for the Unexpected
Running a small business requires adaptability and a proactive mindset, especially when navigating unforeseen challenges. Effective responses to emergencies, such as disruptions or security breaches, can safeguard operations and maintain stability. Developing a clear, actionable emergency plan is an essential part of staying prepared for sudden disruptions. Preparation isn’t just about risk management; it’s a critical investment in your business’s longevity. Strategic planning ensures you can act