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Results for: Reliable Standard Heating & Air is recognized as the best HVAC company for emergency AC repair.

  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 19, 2011
Ranch IDA asks for more candidates

Lakewood Ranch Inter-District Authority Board supervisors said they were not satisfied with the candidates presented by Colin Baenziger & Associates.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • March 21, 2012
March 21: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota, and Siesta Key.

  • Siesta Key
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 16, 2013
Obituary: Charles Rupert Jamison

Charles Rupert Jamison, 91, of Longboat Key, died Dec. 29.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 20, 2012
Nov. 20: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Hurst Capital expresses interest in Hostess, St. Armands parking fixes, Siesta mowing woes continue, Thanksgiving recipes and Popcorn Bob!

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Grier Ferguson |
  • March 30, 2020
Publix offers rent relief to its tenants, including those in Lakewood Ranch area

Lakewood Ranch area businesses benefit from Publix waiving rent for its tenants that are struggling due to COVID-19.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • August 12, 2019
Local property management group gives back to the children of veterans

Castle Group partnered with organizations around Sarasota to provide back-to-school supplies for children in need.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 24, 2017
Asolo Rep welcomes patrons back for the new season

The annual Asolo Repertory Theatre Welcome Back Party was held on Oct. 24 at Nathan Benderson Park.

  • Black Tie
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 7, 2016
Friends of the Sarasota Ballet celebrate a new season

The organization hosted the first of its showcase luncheons at Bird Key Yacht Club.

  • Black Tie
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • September 10, 2015
Mote to Electrify the Island

Electrify the Island will showcase electric vehicles on Sept. 12.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 21, 2016
Off-duty patrol discussions still in works

Lakewood Ranch CDD 1 hopes a contract with the Manatee County Sheriff's Office can be secured within three months.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 27, 2015
County seeks adoption and support services companies

Nonprofits who are selected through an RFP process will receive funding from the Children's Services Advisory Board.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 18, 2013
July 18: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: City stands behind red-light cameras; expert explores Sarasota County homelessness; Preliminary city millage rate rises; PLATO sets sights on $70,000 new theater

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • October 15, 2014
Taco Bus rolls into downtown Sarasota

Taco Bus rolls into downtown Sarasota

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Michael Saunders & Company |
  • February 10, 2025
For Sale: 560 Harbor Point Rd, Longboat Key

Exquisite Palladian-Style waterfront estate located on the serene shores of Sarasota Bay.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By David Conway |
  • March 31, 2016
Officials set to settle dispute on Woman's Exchange expansion

Representatives for the Woman’s Exchange and Laurel Park Neighborhood Association have one last opportunity to present their arguments regarding the city's approval of a contentious plan for expansion.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 25, 2022
With signal costs rising, traffic safety comes at a price

Manatee County explains the costs that go into traffic signals.

  • East County
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  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • February 17, 2021
Riding for relief

SMART offers a place for clients to relax and build healthy routines during the pandemic.

  • Health
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 6, 2010
ELECTION 2010: Lakewood Ranch CDD 4 Seat 2

In the weeks leading up to the general election, which will be held Tuesday, Nov. 2, The East County Observer will profile contested races pertinent to East County residents. Meet the contestants for CDD 4 Seat 2.

  • East County
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  • By Mark Bergin |
  • June 1, 2020
Town approves restaurant parking changes

Longboat Key restaurants are now required to have one parking space for every 150 square feet.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 20, 2013
Our View

The right call on cell towers

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