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Bradenton man arrested for February fatal hit-and-run
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  • Observer Staff
  • August 29, 2024
Bradenton man arrested for February fatal hit-and-run

Devan Shaun Carroll was apprehended by Manatee County deputies and charged with the killng of an 81-year-old woman in downtown Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
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Artists Court is planned as a 242-unit apartment community with 26 units priced as affordable and attainable.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • August 29, 2024
Affordable housing efforts gain traction and attention

With several projects in the pipeline, the city has earned a Local Action Award from the Florida League of Cities for its attainable housing density bonus program.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The unit 945 condominium at 340 S. Palm Ave. was built in 1998 and has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths and 4,534 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • August 29, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for Aug. 15-19 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Nokomis

A Sarabande condominium tops the week's sales at $2.97 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Former Riverview High wideout Jaron Glover, seen making a catch against Richmond University in 2023, is expected to be a starter for Michigan State University in 2024.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 29, 2024
Sarasota football alums primed to make an impact on Saturdays

These athletes and others will be on your television screens starting this weekend.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Shark teeth are on display at Sherri's Shark Shop.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • August 29, 2024
Shark tooth collecting finds its way to Sarasota

Local interest in shark tooth hunting prompted the recent Sarasota Sharks Tooth Festival.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
A rendering of the first phase of Pilatus Business Aircraft's planned facilities at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • August 29, 2024
Swiss-based aircraft maker picks SRQ for major expansion

Pilatus Business Jets will invest $40 million-plus to build new factory and service facilities at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By JL Bainbridge Family Wealth Advisors
  • August 29, 2024
7 Steps to Successful Financial Planning for Retirement

How to work effectively with your financial advisor.

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Lakewood Ranch residents Marilyn and Marty Munce are regulars at Waterside Place.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • August 28, 2024
Manatee Community Concert Band rocks Waterside Place

The band played classics including "Moon River" for the August installment of Sights and Sounds.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Just off the Legacy Trail north of Bahia Vista Street, the entire neighborhood was flooded from rain from Hurricane Debby.
    By
  • Jim DeLa
  • August 28, 2024
Sarasota County staff explain causes of flooding from Hurricane Debby

The presentation led commissioners and residents to question whether the county's stormwater regulations are stringent enough.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Riverview High freshman cross country runner Madie Muller established herself as one of the top athletes in the state in 2024.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 28, 2024
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Madie Muller

The Riverview High cross-country freshman won the Lemon Bay Invitational on Aug. 24.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Sea turtle hatchling released on Longboat Key after being rehabbed at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • August 28, 2024
New sea turtle lighting issues arise for St. Regis Longboat Key

According to town staff, the resort has received $6,850 in fines since May 10, and Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium reported three sea turtle hatchling disorientations.

  • Longboat Key
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ODA football junior linebacker Heath DeRusso.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 28, 2024
East County Athlete of the Week: Heath DeRusso

The ODA football junior caused two turnovers in the Thunder's shutout win against Faith Christian.

  • East County
  • Sports
Janet Reardon was at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall Aug. 20 to show support for Scott Farrington and George Kruse.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • August 28, 2024
Angry Manatee taxpayers release their wrath by voting

The new commission must embrace smart growth and bring environmental issues to forefront.

  • East County
  • Opinion
New swan cygnets hatched on Longboat Key in May 2024.
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • August 28, 2024
LBK swan keeper seeks to create community to keep their legacy alive

After 17 years of being the swan keeper of Longboat Key, David Novak hopes to pass his knowledge and passion to a new caretaker on the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
How did Longboat Key votes fall in the 2024 primary election?
  • By Carter Weinhofer
  • August 28, 2024
How did Longboat Key votes fall in the 2024 primary election?

Results from both of the island’s precincts show that Longboat Key residents voted similarly to the counties at large.

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