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By Carter Weinhofer |
November 22, 2023

Gulf Islands Ferry expected to officially start service Dec. 8

Longboat Key will likely be the first stop to be added in a potential ferry expansion, says a Manatee County commissioner.

Longboat Key
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By Jay Heater |
January 13, 2021

Huge demand as Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee moves forward in 2021

CEO says Meals on Wheels PLUS will continue to deliver in meeting huge demand in Manatee County in 2021.

East County
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By Observer Staff |
July 20, 2011

INCORPORATION Q&A: Incorporation Study Group

Proponents of the incorporation of Lakewood Ranch answer readers' questions.

East County
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By Monica Roman Gagnier |
May 15, 2024

WBTT's 'Marvin Gaye: Prince of Soul' keeps audiences coming back

Sheldon Rhoden is playing R&B singer Marvin Gaye for the fourth time in the time-traveling musical at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe.

Arts + Culture

By Robin Hartill |
September 3, 2014

'Whatever it takes'

Unicorp President Chuck Whittall is prepared to spend $35 million and five years to redevelop the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort.

Longboat Key
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By Jessi Smith |
April 18, 2012

Margot the Catty Kitty Says "WTF?" to MTO 'Fast Life' Mural

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
March 19, 2025

Sarasota Ballet finally presents Sir Frederick Ashton's 'Romeo and Juliet'

The Florida premiere of the romantic, rarely seen ballet was delayed by the pandemic.

Arts + Culture

By S.T. Cardinal |
December 17, 2025

Longboat Key chips away at Complete Street(s) goal

The first project in the plan is done on the south end, and the second is planned on the north end, but making Gulf of Mexico Drive a "complete street" will require a lot more work.

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By Marty Fugate |
November 24, 2025

Mark Twain is alive and well and living in Sarasota

Twain impersonator Alan Kitty is launching a festival to honor the noted author's 190th birthday.

Arts + Culture

By Andrew Warfield |
March 26, 2025

Kolter declines Quay developer's overture for park space

The developer of One Park extended an offer to give Block 9 in The Quay to the city if Kolter Urban would donate a connecting portion of the Hyatt redevelopment site.

Sarasota
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By Lauren Tronstad |
May 30, 2023

Town looks to educate residents on rabbit-repelling plants

A resident emailed Longboat Key town staff with concerns about the rise in rabbit populations prompting discussion on the best methods for deterring them.

Longboat Key
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By Harry Sayer |
December 24, 2020

Coffee and ice cream shop offers work worth doing

The Rise Coffee Co. and Nye’s Cream Sandwiches business employs people with special needs.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Liz Ramos |
October 7, 2020

Fair foods a tradition for Myakka resident

Myakka City woman follows family tradition by selling treats at the Pumpkin Festival.

East County
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By Eric Garwood |
August 9, 2021

Longboat Key Cops Corner: Isn't he cute just sleeping there

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By David Conway |
April 1, 2021

New commission strikes distinct tone

Although some officials are proud of what the board has accomplished in less than half a year, the commission’s approach has caused some concern, too.