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Amanda Sebastiano
January 20, 2015

PHOTO GALLERY: LRBA Annual Membership Luncheon

To celebrate another year - its 10th - the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance offered members salads and socializing, as the group welcomed its new Chairman David Fink, Jan. 21, at the 2015 Annual Membership Luncheon, housed at the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club. The group also introduced its new board of directors, followed by a presentation on the alliance's history and growth led by Observer Media Group CEO Matt Walsh.

East County
News

David Conway
January 20, 2015

Osprey Bridge closed for inspection

Following a two-day closure today and Thursday, one lane of the bridge will remain closed over the next month as part of work on the Lift Station 87 project.

Sarasota
News

Robert Plunket
January 20, 2015

Three Things: Winter Getaways

Sarasota is the envy of the rest of the country every time January rolls around. With our sunny weather, white sand beaches and endless recreational activities, we offer freezing visitors from up north the perfect winter retreat.

Sarasota
Real Estate

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

Samoa sensation

Love a little cookie slathered in caramel, chocolate and coconut?

East County
Neighbors

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

Reading time

Manatee County's Conservatory Park has a new attraction - a Little Free Library.

East County
Neighbors

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

All teed up

Neal Communities is adding a little swing to B.D. Gullett Elementary School's Neal Communities Golf Challenge.

East County
Neighbors

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

Tooth time

The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine School of Dental Medicine is offering free dental screenings for a limited time.

East County
Neighbors

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

Hole-in-one

The Legacy Men's Golf Association last month presented a $10,000 check to the Lakewood Ranch Community Fund during a special ceremony at the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club.

East County
Neighbors

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

Key gets high five from Krauthammer

The night before he was scheduled to speak at the Ringling College Library Association Town Hall lecture, Fox News commentator and syndicated columnist Dr. Charles Krauthammer arrived late Monday night, Jan. 12, for his stay at the Inn on the Beach Resort at the Longboat Key Club.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

OSU victory a gem for Holbrook

Karen Holbrook wore red and black to the Jan. 14 Longboat Key Rotary Club meeting.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

Paul Glosser takes turning 85 in stride

Longboat Key resident Paul Glosser isn't letting his 85th birthday slow him down.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

Has any bunny seen Bugs?

An anonymous caller told the Longboat Observer that Bugs Bunny was recently kidnapped from the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce's office.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

Rewind, playback with Dora Walters this Friday

Dora Walters, aka Dora the Explorer, is coming back to town.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

Emma Katz: Watch for her name in lights

Emma Katz, daughter of Rabbi Jonathan and Marty Katz, hit a high note with her performance of 'All I Do' from 'Singin' in the Rain.'

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Molly Schechter
January 20, 2015

AEROBIC GRANDMA: New instructor headlines fitness class news

The annual schedule of fitness classes on Longboat Key reveals exciting new options alongside long-established favorites.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

Letters to the Editor

To send in your Letters to the Editor, email them to News Editor Robin Hartill at [email protected]. Letters pertaining to local issues receive priority. Letters may be edited for grammar and space.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

It's Read Everywhere

Headed on a great trip? Make sure to take your Observer along! Snap a photo of you holding your Observer on vacation, then submit it and you could win travel tickets, courtesy of Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. YOUROBSERVER.COM/ITSREADEVERYWHERE

East County
Neighbors

Amanda Sebastiano
January 20, 2015

Basketball diaries

Kolbe Ward's return to the Out-of-Door Academy in August meant reuniting three friends whose close connection translates to clear communication on the court.

East County
Sports

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

East County
Cops Corner

By Mike Finney
January 20, 2015

My View: Will monorail work on University Parkway?

A Lakewood Ranch resident proposes a new solution for University Parkway traffic.

East County
Opinion

Amanda Sebastiano
January 20, 2015

New neighbors

Debbie Huckaby believes a move to East County will inspire residents to flock to her new Birds of Paradise Sanctuary.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
January 20, 2015

Ranch seeks gator permit

Town Hall officials seek more control over gator removal to prevent poaching.

East County
News

Robin Hartill
January 20, 2015

North-end gas station still running on empty

Keller Williams will not open an office at the old Chevron, but a Bradenton businessman seeks goodwill for a drop-off center.

Longboat Key
News

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

News Briefs

Town to create new utility manager position; Mote hires two Ph.D. scientists; Utility testing continues this week on Broadway

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
January 20, 2015

'The U.S. Constitution did not take this long to write'

Commissioners expressed frustration at the slow pace of a Comp Plan and code rewrite.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
January 20, 2015

Anatomy of a groin

Two sand-saving structures on the north end of the Key are on track for completion by May - if the weather cooperates.

Longboat Key
News

David Conway
January 20, 2015

St. Armands BID circles traffic issues

As area stakeholders await an update on a parking study, the St. Armands Business Improvement District board hopes to find solutions to some shorter-term traffic woes.

Longboat Key
News

Pam Eubanks
January 20, 2015

The gate debate: Will it end?

IDA supervisors hope to put the issue to rest even though some districts want tighter control of gates. that sit on public roads.

East County
News

Kurt Schultheis
January 20, 2015

Ranch considers info center

Wanted: A retired Ranch resident architect to review and give feedback for a possible Summerfield Info Center purchase from SMR.

East County
News

Amanda Sebastiano
January 20, 2015

Red, green or yellow?

East County resident Vishal Kakkad controls the traffic you sit in on a daily basis throughout Manatee County.

East County
News

By Jason Clary
January 20, 2015

Palm Aire announces LPGA November event

An LPGA Legends Tour championship, along with hotel bed revenue and visitors, is heading for East County.

East County
News

Kristen Herhold
January 20, 2015

Aging in Paradise to put on the glitz at fundraiser

The Aging in Paradise Resource Center will swing back in time for its 1920s-themed 'Puttin' on the Glitz' event Jan. 25, at Sarasota Bay Club.

Longboat Key
News

Pam Eubanks
January 20, 2015

Freshman's email sparks volunteer program

Lakewood Ranch High freshman Courtney Joseph sees the task as a way to experience work in the public sector.

East County
News

Observer Staff
January 20, 2015

News Briefs

County holds I-75 overpass workshop next week; County wins suit on dam repairs last week; Economist sees growth in Manatee County

East County
News

Robin Hartill
January 20, 2015

Lido residents await dredging developments

With a short-term shoreline renourishment project already underway, Lido Key residents are now in a holding pattern as the city's long-range project undergoes design changes.

Longboat Key
News

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