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The Mustangs burst into elation as the horn sounds against St. Petersburg.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 1, 2017
Mustangs face tall challenge in state semifinals

The Lakewood Ranch boys basketball team takes on Sickles at 2 p.m. Friday.

  • East County
  • Sports
Tim and Heather Saba with their daughters, Olivia Grace and Lyla Penelope — Photo by Amy McKinlay Photography
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • March 1, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 03.02.17

From baby showers (and a delivery) to surprise smooches, here's your social week in review.

  • Black Tie
New home construction is going strong in neighborhoods north of State Road 70, such as in Harmony, pictured here, as well as other projects like Country Club East.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 1, 2017
Lakewood Ranch housing hits milestone

At 10,000 homes, Lakewood Ranch is one-third grown up and trends indicate it'll grow up even faster.

  • East County
  • News
Watercrest Condominium Association staff John Coppenhaver, left, and Ricardo Taliaferro, right, update association board member Jerry Twiggs, center, about what they are doing to help keep the gate emergency-access only.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 1, 2017
Can anyone just ride on through?

Manatee County may give gate restrictions 'teeth'

  • East County
  • News
Patton Park will encompass Kent Lake, seen here. A patch of land near the entrance to Bridgewater will be the main park area with a pavilion and other amenities.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 1, 2017
Patton Park completes new Lakewood Ranch trail system

SMR is developing four new parks, all to be finished by the end of the year.

  • East County
  • News
“Mystic Searches” began as Joe Granato’s (left) childhood fantasy. With Austin McKinley (right) and a team of others, he turned the video game into a reality, capturing the 8-bit feel of the 1980s games he grew up playing.
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • March 1, 2017
Sarasota artists bring childhood video-game dreams to life — in all their 8-bit glory

The video game was a childhood fantasy. Steeped in digital constraints, Joe Granato’s quest made it reality.

  • Arts + Culture
Michael Mendez. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 1, 2017
Westcoast Black Theatre artist finds a new sense of purpose

In preparation for his third young artist showcase, Michael Mendez is coming into his own.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 1, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, March 2

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

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Photo by Cliff Roles
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 1, 2017
Dishing Out Care: Foodlosophy offers a fresh take on fundraisers

Second annual Foodlosophy serves up Sarasota's best cuisine — with a side of philanthropy.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • March 1, 2017
Longboat Key Obituaries

Jerry Lionetti and Dr. Stuart James McEnerney died.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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  • Observer Staff
  • March 1, 2017
Cops Corner: Longboat Key 3.1.2017

Enjoy this week’s edition of Cops Corner!

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Hunter Reed enters the state tournament "confidently anxious."
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 1, 2017
Don't wrestle with decision to attend state finals

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
Avery Goelz.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 1, 2017
East County Athlete of the Week: 03.01.17

East County Athlete of the Week: 03.01.17

  • East County
  • Sports
Alex DiMare. Photo by Jen Blanco.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 1, 2017
East County High 5 Moments: 03.01.17

East County High 5 Moments: 03.01.17

  • East County
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 28, 2017
Garden Club gets a photography lesson

Mary Lou Johnson shared some of her new and favorite photographs with the club on Feb. 28.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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