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Jake Baer takes over the Lakewood Ranch High boys basketball program after two years at Durant High, where he went 26-26.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 20, 2023
New head coach sparks hope for LRHS boys basketball turnaround

Jake Baer comes to the Lakewood Ranch High Mustangs from Durant High, where he went 26-26 over two seasons.

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Commissioners Deborah Murphy (beck left) and Gary Coffin (back center) were sworn in on March 20. Also pictured: Penny Gold, BJ Bishop, Debra Williams, Mayor Ken Schneier and Vice Mayor Mike Haycock.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • November 20, 2023
Gold, Williams secure second terms in uncontested Town Commission race

Because the Longboat Key Town Commission race is uncontested, no election will take place, and the two commissioners will retain their seats for three more years.

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Co-chairs Autumn McConnell and Terri Klauber, Co-founder Graci McGillicuddy and Lisa Jackson
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 20, 2023
All Star Children's Foundation lights up the night with Twinkle Ball

The foster care nonprofit held its inaugural gala Nov. 14 at Michael’s On East.

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Rick Eggert's "Tradewind Drift" will be at Chasen Galleries 's Grand Opening Celebration featuring Emma Varga's 50th Anniversary from Jan. 21-31, 2024.
    By
  • Monica Roman Gagnier
  • November 20, 2023
In its return to downtown Sarasota, Chasen Galleries goes all in on glass

Chasen Galleries @ The Mark represents artists from all over the world.

  • Arts + Culture
Jonathan Dekel-Chen (left), father of Hamas hostage Sagui Dekel-Chen is joined by wife Gillian Kaye in leading Sunday's March Against Hate.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • November 20, 2023
Hundreds march across Ringling Bridge in support of Israel

The local parents of an Israeli-American hostage lead Sunday's March Against Hate.

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    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • November 20, 2023
Sarasota County Toys for Tots seeks a new warehouse

The nonprofit, which collects toys for children, must find storage space in order to continue its programs next year.

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    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • November 20, 2023
Debate ends with a traffic light at Lorraine Road, Players Drive

The Manatee County Commission voted 7-0 on Nov. 14 to move away from a roundabout and to build a traffic light instead.

  • East County
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John and Karen Henry celebrate their win of the $20,000 raffle prize with Bill and Susanne Weber at the 2019 Lawn Party.
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • November 20, 2023
Longboat Key Kiwanis Club gears up for annual Lawn Party

The biggest Longboat Key Kiwanis event of the year raises money for the Children's Guardian Fund.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Jenny Caras of Cartersville, Georgia, gives her horse Trendy Fernhill a hug after winning The Event at TerraNova Nov. 19 in Myakka City.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • November 19, 2023
Georgia rider claims title at The Event at TerraNova

Jenny Caras and Trendy Fernhill narrowly win the Myakka City equestrian competition.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Existing sea wall surfaces at Bayfront Park will be reenvisioned with Sarasota Bay Estuary Program's new project that addresses habitat loss and sea level rise.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • November 19, 2023
Longboat Key maps out 5 years of environmental initiatives

The town’s first cohesive environmental action plan sets the groundwork for years of initiatives and education campaigns.

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Richard Mandell consults his Donald Ross notes while walking a green during the restoration of the Bobby Jones Golf Course in June 2023.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • November 19, 2023
Bobby Jones course architect reflects on why 'Sarasota has me for life'

Richard Mandell explains how old-school course design was blended with modern water management to create a fun course that's true to the Donald Ross plans.

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Photos of people killed or injured in a car accident are remembered during World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • November 19, 2023
Bradenton memorial service honors those killed in traffic accidents

Melissa Wandall promotes driving safety during World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims 20 years after losing her husband in a car accident.

  • East County
  • News
Sir Lilith (Erin Eisenmann) and Sir Michael (Michael Murphy) face off against one another in a sword fight on horseback.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • November 18, 2023
SunCoast Renaissance Festival provides fanciful showcase of the past

On the first day of the festival, attendees enjoyed sword fights, jousting matches and more.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Waylon Roberts of Canada rides Fernhill Salt Lake as they change speeds while approaching a jump during the Event at TerraNova Saturday in Myakka.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • November 18, 2023
The Event at TerraNova in Myakka goes into final day Sunday

World-class show jumping and the Empty Bowls fundraiser highlight the final day of competition.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch's Susan Melgaard participates in her first Creative Arts Association of Lakewood Ranch Fall Art Show and Sale. "It's great to work with all the different artists and see all the different creativity everyone has," she says.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • November 18, 2023
Creative Arts Association of Lakewood Ranch showcases local talent

From jewelry to fused glass to oil paintings, artists display quality work.

  • East County
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