Bradenton, Florida -- The 18th annual Jewels on the Bay Designer Showhouse is currently underway featuring two homes located on a protected bayfront inlet on Lido Key, just steps away from St. Armand's Circle.

The two homes at 361 and 439 Boulevard of the Presidents are two very different architectural styles, Mediterranean Revival and Prairie-School. They are open to the public for tours now until Sunday, Feb. 17. Tours are offered Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Sarasota, Florida -- Back in 1905, Davidella "Davie" Lindsay Worcester was attracted to Bird Key because of its natural beauty and serenity. And that's why she purchased land there and built the key's first mansion called New Edzell Castle.

That historical event is being commemorated with a historical marker during a ceremony on Saturday, Jan. 5 at 9:30 a.m.

The Sarasota County Historical Commission is hosting the event, which will be held at the entrance to Bird Key on John Ringling Boulevard.

Sarasota, Florida -- Nov. 30 is the last day to pay property taxes with a 4% discount and that day, along with the day after the Thanksgiving holiday, usually brings in quite a crowd at the Sarasota County Tax Collector's Office.

In order to make it easier for taxpayers on Monday, Nov. 26 and Friday, Nov. 30, drive-thru service will be available from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the following Tax Collector Service Centers: