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A rare Kemp's ridley hatchling seen on Longboat Key. (Photo courtesy of Jeff Driver)
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • July 19, 2022
Critically endangered turtle nest hatched on Longboat Key

At least nine hatchlings were released into the Gulf of Mexico.

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Tom Harmer, Amber Hughes and BJ Bishop. (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • July 19, 2022
Longboat's Harmer, Bishop receive Home Rule Hero awards

League of Cities honors the town manager and town commissioner Thursday.

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When the Bobby Jones Golf Course reopens this fall, it will be under the management of Reston, Virginia-based Indigo Golf Partners. (File photo)
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • July 19, 2022
Bobby Jones Golf Course under new management for the first time since 1926

When the city-owned Bobby Jones Golf Course reopens for play this fall, it will be banking on the expertise of Indigo Golf Partners to make it a success.

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At 110,000 square feet, the new Mote Science Education Aquarium will double the size of its current facility. (Rendering courtesy of Mote Science Education Aquarium)
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • July 19, 2022
County finalizes $100 sale of land near UTC for Mote aquarium

Tucked away near Longboat Key for four decades, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium wins unanimous County Commission approval for conveyance of land for new site at UTC.

  • Sarasota
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The judge in a DUI case involving Manatee County Commissioner George Kruse (pictured) has recused herself from the case, delaying the proceedings. (File photo)
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • July 19, 2022
Judge recuses herself from DUI case involving Manatee Commissioner George Kruse

The new judge will be assigned the case, which is set for a pre-trial conference Aug. 2.

  • East County
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(File photo)
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • July 19, 2022
Longboater's stingray experience common but no less painful

Hot water is the key to initial treatment and release, a physician and an EMS deputy chief say.

  • Longboat Key
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Employee Tyler Simons hands out a Jeremiah's Gelati featuring mango Italian ice and vanilla soft ice cream. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • July 19, 2022
Jeremiah's Italian Ice expands to Lakewood Ranch

The owners of the Bradenton franchise are bringing the frozen treat eatery to the Ranch.

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Nathan Benderson Park dragon boat team members participate in the opening ceremonies.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • July 18, 2022
High-flying opening ceremony for Dragon Boat world championships in Sarasota

IDBF Club Crew World Championships will be contested through Sunday at Nathan Benderson Park.

  • East County
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The grilled fish sandwich at Lake Park Diner features local fresh fish, pickled julienned cucumber, organic baby arugula, cilantro-lime slaw, and champagne-tartar sauce, on a brioche bun. (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • July 18, 2022
Diner, pet store among new businesses heading to Center Point in Lakewood Ranch

Recently announced tenants at Center Point include Lake Park Diner, Woof Gang Bakery, Crisp & Green and Toasted Yolk Cafe.

  • East County
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Longboat Key's Bank of America branch reopened for in-person banking on June 27. It's open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. (File)
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • July 18, 2022
Bank of America's Longboat Key location reopens

The initial closure was due to the COVID-19 pandemic and staffing issues.

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The Florida Department of Transportation is re-striping and marking a 10-foot-wide shared bus and bike "shoulder" in the space of the formerly dedicated bike lane. (Photo courtesy of the city of Sarasota)
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • July 18, 2022
Ringling Bridge to be re-striped for a shared bus/bike shoulder lane

FDOT plans to ultimately mark dedicated lanes for the Bay Runner trolley, bicycles and e-scooters while preserving two general travel lanes on Ringling Bridge.

  • Sarasota
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The brown patches as seen along the Gulf of Mexico beach. (Photo courtesy of Brad Schinbeckler)
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • July 18, 2022
Brown patches along Gulf beaches are likely algae, scientist says

Concerned condominium owners made reports of brown water off Longboat Key to the FWC.

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Allegiant announced plans this year to begin flying to Minnesota in October. (File photo)
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • July 18, 2022
June passenger traffic falls off at SRQ, compared to 2021

Still, numbers for the year indicate the airport is on its way to another record.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Arizona College of Nursing students practice their skills in the simulation lab, which provides hands-on learning opportunities for students. (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • July 17, 2022
Arizona College of Nursing to open campus in Manatee in August

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center will be among regional hospitals to benefit from new college of nursing.

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Manatee County Sheriff's Office deputies made four arrests after a group of car thieves hit Lakewood Ranch early Friday morning. (File photo)
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • July 15, 2022
Four males arrested after group of car thieves hits Lakewood Ranch

Manatee Sheriff's Office deputies, with help from K-9 units, apprehended the four suspects Friday.

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