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On Sept. 6, residents waited in line for sandbags for hours. On Sept. 7, only sand was available.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • September 7, 2017
Despite bag shortage, county continues sand distribution

The county is running low on bags for the public, but residents can still fill their own bags with sand at three locations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
File photo
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • September 7, 2017
Town of Longboat Key offering sand to residents

Residents should bring proof of residency to the Broadway Street beach access.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • September 7, 2017
Sarasota resident sets her sights on research to fight cancer

Childhood cancer is rare, but to Laura Gilkey it doesn’t feel rare.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Farmers Market Executive Director Phil Pagano said the cancellation was necessary to ensure the safety of vendors and patrons.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 7, 2017
Sarasota Farmers Market to close Saturday

Hurricane Irma has caused the first weather-related cancellation of the downtown farmers market in more than a decade.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ben Delaney rows during the 2011 World Rowing Junior Championships. Photo courtesy USRowing.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 7, 2017
Former Sarasota Crew rower makes U.S.roster for 2017 World Rowing Championships

He won a national championship with the Crew in 2013.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Riverview wideout Stephon Turner takes a short pass upfield for a score.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 7, 2017
Irma and previous storms put damper on football season

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • September 7, 2017
Among the safest places in Florida from hurricanes

We've missed a direct hit for the past 100 years.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Austin Katz. File photo.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 7, 2017
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 09.07.17

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 09.07.17

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Jack Koscho.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 7, 2017
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Jack Koscho

The Cardinal Mooney senior QB talks the Ringling Redskins and the 'Transformers' movies.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
June winner: Gordon Silver captured this shot of a bald eagle ready to do some afternoon fishing in a Lakewood Ranch pond.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 7, 2017
Your weather and nature photo contest winners

Keep track of June, July and August winners here!

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Two properties at 316 Beach Road recently sold for $1,725,000.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • September 7, 2017
Sarasota Beach properties sell for $1,725,000

Residential real estate transactions for Aug. 21-25.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Some Siesta Key residents hope local officials would be more responsive to issues along State Road 758.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 7, 2017
County, state consider Siesta road swap

The Florida Department of Transportation is discussing a deal that would cede control of Midnight Pass Road and Siesta Drive to local governments.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Jesse Coleman installs plywood on his windows in preparation for Hurricane Irma.
  • By David Conway & Cassidy Alexander
  • September 7, 2017
Officials, residents brace for the worst from Hurricane Irma

With the storm's path still uncertain, Sarasota is diligently preparing for Hurricane Irma.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The city is confident its plans will produce a high quality Lift Station 87, depicted in this rendering — but the project likely won't be done until 2020, at least.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 7, 2017
The long, costly saga of Lift Station 87

Originally envisioned as an 18-month, $8.5 million project, building Lift Station 87 will take more than a decade — and potentially more than $50 million.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 7, 2017
Cops Corner: Sarasota 9.7.17

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • September 7, 2017
Cops Corner 9.7

Enjoy this week's installment of Cops Corner from Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Lakewood Ranch's Steve Kulp drives into the Wednesday car show at Lakewood Main Street with his pooch, Abby.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • September 6, 2017
"Cruzin'" in Lakewood Ranch

Car show provides a break from the worry about the impending hurricane.

  • East County
  • News
Manatee County, which has been providing its residents with sandbags, also will open the Fort Hamer Bridge before its scheduled opening to help with traffic caused by the emergency situation.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • September 6, 2017
Hurricane Irma threat will open Fort Hamer Bridge early

Manatee County announces bridge opening to help with heavy traffic that will be associated with Hurricane Irma.

  • East County
  • News
Cat Depot resident Hawthorne
  • By Anna Brugmann & Katie Johns
  • September 6, 2017
Sarasota animal sanctuaries prepare for Hurricane Irma

While Hurricane Irma approaches, Save Our Seabirds, Mote Marine and Cat Depot prepare for the worst and hope for the best.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
City officials meet at Lido Beach on Wednesday to discuss the viability of placing large sandbags along the shore to mitigate the impact of storm surge. Photo courtesy city of Sarasota.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 6, 2017
City prepares for Hurricane Irma

As the city monitors the advancing storm, officials are prioritizing the most vulnerable areas of Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Hundreds of people took advantage of free sand at Lakewood Ranch Community Park as locals wait to receive free sandbags.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • September 6, 2017
Hurricane Irma — Lakewood Ranch digs in

Hundreds fill sandbags at Lakewood Ranch Community Park.

  • East County
  • News
Cardinal Mooney has now canceled its game against Berkeley Prep.Â
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 6, 2017
Cardinal Mooney football game against Berkeley Prep canceled

The game was originally moved to Thursday Night.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Lakewood Ranch High and Southeast High have decided to cancel their contest, originally scheduled for Friday night, according to Jason Montgomery, Manatee County's supervisor of athletics.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 6, 2017
All East County football games canceled

The games were originally moved to Thursday night.

  • East County
  • Sports
East County residents fill their sand bags at Lakewood Ranch Community Park on Wednesday after the county declared a state of emergency.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • September 6, 2017
Manatee schools close Friday due to Hurricane Irma

Manatee County declares state of emergency as Irma approaches.

  • East County
  • News
After the ribbon was cut, the Lorraine Road extension was opened to traffic at 2 p.m. Sept. 6.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • September 6, 2017
Lorraine Road extension clears path to Sarasota County

After morning celebration, roadway opens to help expand Lakewood Ranch into Sarasota County.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • September 6, 2017
Sarasota County schools closed on Friday

Activities will continue as normal on Thursday, and officials will monitor the storm over the weekend to make a decision about school next week.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A satellite image of Hurricane Irma.
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • September 6, 2017
Post-storm can be worse

Be ready for two storms: when Irma hits and her aftermath. Recovery can be harder, longer than the storm.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
In the case of a Longboat Key evacuation, police would set up checkpoints on the north and south ends of the island, limiting initial re-entry access.
    By
  • Ryan Butler
  • September 6, 2017
Longboat leaders still wary of Irma's local effects

Decision still pending on possible evacuation, but officials want residents to know re-entry plans.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Director of Nursing Gloria Wright gives a hug to Marie Brandstatter.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • September 6, 2017
Group of Sarasota centenarians celebrated

The 12 women of the Pines of Sarasota's centenarian club were introduced to the nation on NBC's "Today Show".

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Benderson Development's Director of Florida Leasing Mark Chait says the tenant mix in UTC is impressive for the industry.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 6, 2017
More in store at UTC in Sarasota

Shoppers have more choices along University Parkway corridor

  • East County
  • News
Robert Collis overlooks the scene at the site of the World Trade Center after 9/11.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • September 6, 2017
9/11 responder recalls the unforgettable

Robert Collis was a lieutenant in the New York City Fire Department when the twin towers collapsed.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The home at 55 Lighthouse Point Drive sold recently for $4.5 million.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • September 6, 2017
Lighthouse Point house sells for $4.5 million

Residential real estate transactions for Aug. 21-25.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Tina Adams and Mark Weston
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • September 6, 2017
Longboat Key Public Safety staff gets new hardware

Mark Weston of Mark Weston Artistry made wooden plaques for employees.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Bob and Pat Gussin
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • September 6, 2017
Pat Gussin books new title

The Longboat Key author will debut her latest book on Nov. 7.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Christina Lutton is the first girl to grace The Out-of-Door Academy's varsity football roster.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 6, 2017
Tackling barriers not a problem for Thunder senior

She is the first girl to play varsity football at ODA.

  • East County
  • Sports
Lakewood Ranch senior running back Mason Fischer (11) will take on a larger role this season.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 6, 2017
Easy sports transfer not a good choice

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
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