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  • Jay Heater
  • December 14, 2023
71-year-old pedestrian critical after being hit by a pickup truck

The Bradenton woman was crossing at the intersection of Lockwood Ridge Road and University Parkway.

  • East County
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Sarasota County Schools Superintendent Terry Connor with 2024 Sarasota County Teacher of the Year Ronnique Major.
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  • Observer Staff
  • December 14, 2023
Booker Elementary teacher named Sarasota's Teacher of the Year

Fifth grade teacher Ronnique Major was honored with the annual award by the Education Foundation of Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
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Cardinal Mooney High football celebrates its first state championship since 1972.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • December 14, 2023
Senior class leads Cardinal Mooney football to state title win

The Cardinal Mooney High Cougars got key contributions from several members of the class against Trinity Catholic.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Nicolette Marks and Rebecca Kuse
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  • Petra Rivera
  • December 14, 2023
The Market on Longboat Key is back for the season

After a one-year hiatus, the outdoor market returns with a variety of goods such as lobster rolls, cupcakes and artisanal gifts.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Team USA's David Toms and Brett Quigley look over the green on the No. 9 hole at The Concession Golf Club during the World Champions Cup at The Concession.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • December 14, 2023
Concession Golf Club makes a major statement during World Champions Cup

Could the 2031 PGA Championship now go to the Lakewood Ranch-area course?

  • East County
  • Opinion
The home at 1625 Landings Blvd. has five bedrooms, three-and-two-half baths, a pool and 3,928 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • December 14, 2023
Top residential real estate sales for Nov. 27 to Dec. 1 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis

A home in The Landings tops the week's sales at $1.98 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Town canals were put into seven groups to help pursue funding sources.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • December 14, 2023
Town holds off on canal dredging program for another year

The need for new surveys and a search for ways to reduce costs were among key reasons for slowing down the project on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • December 14, 2023
Sarasota wrestles with definitions of drinking, dining establishments

A proposed zoning amendment would, in theory, clarify the definitions of restaurants, nightclubs, bars, etc. to establish different rules under which each may operate.

  • Sarasota
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In 2021, developer Gary Kompothecras proposed a seven-story hotel with up to 120 rooms at 1260 Old Stickney Point Road.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • December 14, 2023
Repealed ordinance clears the slate for Siesta Key hotels

Sarasota County commissioners repeal comprehensive plan changes that led to county approval of hotels later ruled illegal in court.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The current design for the Premier Racquet and Aquatic Complex. The 25-meter by 25-yard pool (3) is being removed from the plans.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • December 14, 2023
Plans scaled back for aquatic complex in Lakewood Ranch

While the Premier Park design had included three pools, Manatee County commissioners voted to remove the 25-meter pool to cut costs.

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The Greater Sarasota of Commerce Golf Classic will be held Jan. 8, 2024 at Bobby Jones Golf Club.
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  • Observer Staff
  • December 13, 2023
First Bobby Jones golf tournament sells out

The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic is scheduled for Jan. 8.

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Bonnie Chiseling, Paula Norwood, Barbara Eisenberg and Debbie Rand
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • December 13, 2023
Women's Golf Association of Longboat Key holds festive tournament

The Frosty Frolic was full of holiday spirit with groups dressed up as Elvis Presley in "Blue Christmas," festive flamingos and candy canes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Protesters hold signs during the rally.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • December 13, 2023
School board calls for Bridget Ziegler's resignation

Sarasota County School Board member Bridget Ziegler has been embattled by controversy but gave no indication that she would resign from her position.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Spend the holidays with people who value you. Let go of the guilt, and the stress will fade away, too.
    By
  • Mirabai Holland
  • December 13, 2023
Here's a simple recipe for happy holidays

Relax and pamper yourself. Do something healthy. These are your holidays too.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • December 13, 2023
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center hires new COO

Philip Reber's goal is to make LWRMC the hospital of choice for local residents.

  • East County
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Diane DelloRusso, who has worked in the jewelry business for 36 years and been a longtime manager at Jewelry by Cole, said she believes customers will appreciate the new St. Armands Jewelry store with its blend of classic and contemporary styles. She came out of retirement to assist with the transition and can't wait for longtime patrons to see the boutique's new look.
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The pickleball courts and basketball courts at Longboat Key’s Bayfront Park will be renovated over the summer.
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Elliott Mathes grew up watching his older brother, Will Mathes, compete for Sarasota Crew at the USRowing Youth National Championships. From June 11-14, he himself rowed with a junior national title on the line.
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