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Second grader Rylan Post said her favorite part about manatees is that they have nails on their flippers. She's helped adopt eight of the manatees.
    By
  • Andrew Atkins
  • May 1, 2019
Adopting Manatees in Manatee County

As of April 23, students adopted nearly 70 manatees between the two classes, meaning the students have raised about $1,400.

  • East County
  • Schools
Habitat for Humanity of Manatee County volunteers secure tresses for a new home under construction. Volunteers work in a variety of roles, whether building homes or helping with office work. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Andrew Atkins
  • May 1, 2019
Helping hand-ups at Habitat for Humanity of Manatee County

East County volunteers find value in supporting others.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Andrew Atkins
  • May 1, 2019
Market season winds down

Visitors to the farmers market had plenty of opportunities to enjoy themselves. They could do yoga, pet goats, fly kites, shop from any number of local vendors and enjoy dinner and music in the evening sun.

  • East County
  • News
Manatee County District 5 Commissioner Vanessa Baugh, left, first suggests a millage reduction during an April 16 workshop on a proposed stormwater fee. She said a millage reduction should be considered to offset the fee.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 1, 2019
Tax break on horizon in Manatee County?

District commissioners suggests millage reduction.

  • East County
  • News
The graduating migrant students from Lakewood Ranch High School. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Andrew Atkins
  • May 1, 2019
Onward and upward at Lakewood Ranch High School

Migrant students overcome challenges to graduate.

  • East County
  • News
Volunteer Toni Muirhead and Peace Presbyterian Church pastor Rev. Elizabeth Deibert worked together to organize Peace Presbyterian Church's first Health and Wellness Fair.
    By
  • Andrew Atkins
  • May 1, 2019
Peace of mind and body

Peace Presbyterian Church will hold its first Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday, May 4.

  • East County
  • News
New Lakewood Ranch coach Rashad West gives instructions to his team during spring practice. West said the Mustangs are using "training wheels" in practice for now.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • May 1, 2019
Area football teams use spring practice to implement new strategies

Teams will get three weeks of practice before their spring games.

  • East County
  • Sports
Chris Fowler (right) will be honored at the 14th-annual Dick Vitale Gala. Photo courtesy ESPN.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • May 1, 2019
Chris Fowler 'very flattered' by Dick Vitale Gala honor

ESPN's Chris Fowler said he is 'very flattered' by receiving his Dick Vitale Gala honor.

  • East County
  • Sports
George Davis.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • May 1, 2019
East County Athlete of the Week: George Davis

The Lakewood Ranch senior talks winning districts and fishing in Lake Manatee.

  • East County
  • Sports
Florida Department of Transportation Interstate Construction Project Manager Marlena Gore said the sound walls are just one piece of the larger $80.8 million construction project. It is 25% complete.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 1, 2019
Sound walls rise along I-75 in Bradenton

Sound walls to offer relief for some area homeowners.

  • East County
  • News
Courtesy photo
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • May 1, 2019
Turtle tradition

Four Anna Maria Elementary School students were given camp scholarships by the Longboat Key Turtle Watch.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
File photo
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • May 1, 2019
Good reads, literally

Michael Jordan's novel, "The Company of Demons," was designated as a Goodreads Reader’s Choice.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Wildlife rehabilitator Justin Matthews, of Justin Matthews Wildlife Rescue, this month rescued an emaciated fawn from behind a home in Greenbrook. Most of the time, however, fawns are OK and do not need intervention.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 1, 2019
It's fawn season in Lakewood Ranch

Town Hall urges residents to leave wildlife alone.

  • East County
  • News
First graders Adam Perkowski, Gazyriah Lopez and Kinzey Harrod do an activity after hearing "The Lonely Lion" written by Lakewood Ranch High senior Lantz Barton.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 1, 2019
Lakewood Ranch seniors are authors of influence

Literacy program pairs generations of learning.

  • East County
  • News
Both Patrick and Sandy Bogert say the atmosphere of Longboat Key inspires them.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • May 1, 2019
Longboat couple prove to be each other's best critics

Sandy Bogert, a painter, and Patrick Bogert, a photographer, each have their own hobby but come together for support.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Friends of the East Manatee Library at Lakewood Ranch secretary Alice Baumann, Vice-president Joan Muschamp and treasurer Karen Mann say they are excited about the changes in funding for the library. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 1, 2019
Future Lakewood Ranch library gets infuse of funding

More sales tax revenue may mean bigger library in East County.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • May 1, 2019
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Why did the turtle cross the road?

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Duane and Beth Chapman are known for their show "Dog the Bounty Hunter," which aired more than 300 episodes in 10 years. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 30, 2019
Bounty hunting legend to share about cancer battle

'Dog the Bounty Hunter' star Beth Chapman to make special Mother's Day appearance at Bradenton church.

  • East County
  • News
A music ensemble at Pine View High School. Courtesy of Sarasota County Schools.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • April 30, 2019
Pine View School ranked among best high schools statewide, nationally

Riverview High School also ranked No. 52 in the state, with Suncoast Polytechnical High School following close behind at No. 58.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A line of Sarasota County Schools Police Department cruisers sit outside of the district offices at The Landings.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • April 30, 2019
Sarasota school police will staff all public campuses next year

The Sarasota County Schools Police Department will now have a presence in every public school in the district.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The town is moving forward with a green space for outdoor performances and gatherings adjacent to Town Hall.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • April 29, 2019
Ringling College reconsiders role with Longboat Key in arts center proposal

Town plans to move forward on existing plan to build outdoor venue adjacent to Town Hall.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Tina and James O’Brien, Agents and Neighbors
  • April 29, 2019
THE IMPORTANCE OF ART IN HOME STAGING

THE IMPORTANCE OF ART IN HOME STAGING

  • East County
  • Real Estate
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    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • April 29, 2019
Sale closes on Longboat's highest price house in five years

Beachfront home in Longboat Key Club offers more than 130 feet of beachfront on more than an acre of property.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • April 29, 2019
St. Armands parking garage officially opens

After a 'successful' soft opening, the garage is now open for long-term use.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 27, 2019
ODA celebrates Prom

'Miami Nights' celebration is night to remember.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • April 27, 2019
Longboat Key Club enjoys evening of blues and bourbon

On April 27, 180 club members gathered on the Harbourside lawn for dinner, drinks and music.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • April 26, 2019
Buddy Up Tennis aces annual fundraiser

The "Tennis with the Stars" event was held at Bath and Racquet Club.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • April 26, 2019
Wave of boating enthusiasts hits Sarasota Bay

The annual Suncoast Boat Show will be at Marina Jack through Sunday.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • April 26, 2019
First Presbyterian raises funds for preschool

The annual event was held at the Michael's on East wine cellar.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Back to Michigan: A car carrier was loading up a Longboat Key winter resident's vehicle for a ride back north.
  • By Katie Johns and Eric Garwood
  • April 26, 2019
Longboat says so long to another season

Another one is in the books for Longboat, and residents, business owners and town officials say it went pretty well.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • April 25, 2019
Sarasota discuss solutions to duration, schedule of commission meetings

As their meetings can often go late into the night, city commissioners seek an alternative to their “marathon” meetings.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jim Brown
    By
  • Guest Author
  • April 25, 2019
Letters to the editor

Longboat readers sound off on key issues.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • April 25, 2019
Bird Key ladies step into spring

On April 25, the club hosted its monthly Style Show complete with lunch, a raffle and fashion show featuring clothing from Lilly Pulitzer.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Adrian Moore
  • April 25, 2019
City advances thinking on marijuana charges

The city is contemplating civil charges for possessing small amounts of marijuana. The real benefit is the flexibility this would give law enforcement.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
The fire truck at Station 11 raises extends its ladder in a demonstration of its capabilities.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • April 25, 2019
Lack of ladder truck sparks fire concerns on Siesta Key

One of the county’s ladder trucks is just minutes away from Siesta Key, but remains flexible enough to serve a wider area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • April 25, 2019
Sarasota weather page photo: April 25

Pepsi Freund captured a fisherman during sunset on Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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