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By Observer Staff |
January 16, 2013

Athlete of the Week: TY McLeod

Lakewood Ranch High wrestler Ty McLeod went 5-0 to win the 160-pound weight class Jan. 5, at the Third annual Kiwanis Classic At The Ranch Wrestling Tournament.

East County
Sports

By Brendan Lavell |
March 25, 2020

Little Longboat libraries allow readers to take a book, leave a book

Little Free Library "libraries" were installed at Bayfront and Bicentennial parks about two years ago. But one seems to get used more often.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Cassidy Alexander |
August 2, 2017

Pilot preschool program starts at Gocio Elementary

The program, thought up by philanthropists Mary Kay and Joe Henson, will focus on preparing students below the poverty line to start reading on grade level.

Sarasota
Schools

By Nick Friedman |
November 19, 2013

The Good News: Karen Van Lindonk

Karen Van Lindonk is a volunteer with the Gulf Coast Community Foundation. Read more about her and watch a video in this week's Good News.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Petra Rivera |
November 3, 2023

Mote A-scare-ium provides a safe place for children on Halloween

Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium hosted families for a scavenger hunt, underwater pumpkin carving, candy and more.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Pam Eubanks |
December 7, 2011

SPECIAL REPORT: East County's most expensive construction

In Sarasota and Manatee counties, 41 construction permits for more than $1 million have been pulled in the past year. Of those, about one-fourth are in the East County.

East County
News

By Pam Eubanks |
January 2, 2012

TOP STORY, DEC.: The East County's Most Expensive Projects

In Sarasota and Manatee counties, 41 construction permits for more than $1 million have been pulled in the past year. Of those, about one-fourth are in the East County.

East County
News

By Pam Eubanks |
September 21, 2011

FULL STORY: Cain campaign visits East County

Herman Cain missed the first stop of his Florida bus tour because of illness, but he still spoke to attendees through audio and watched the event online.

East County
News

By Kevin McQuaid |
July 29, 2019

Investor buys downtown retail spaces for $10.35 million

The multimillion-dollar sale includes Main Street and Lemon Avenue properties such as Sur La Table, Eileen Fisher, Pastry Art and Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse.

Sarasota
News

By John McGuire |
May 3, 2017

Chuck Whittall ready to move ahead with proposal for Colony property

The developer said he will comply with Longboat Key's 65-foot height limit.

Longboat Key
News

By Robin Hartill |
September 3, 2014

Disorientations darken turtle nesting season but it is still not working.

Two hatchlings died last week after they crawled into the road, possibly due to bright lights along the beach.

Longboat Key
News

By David Conway |
October 2, 2014

Laurel Park project clears first hurdle

The second proposal to go through the Laurel Park Overlay District review process - a mixed-use development with 24 residential units - drew few concerns from residents.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
September 18, 2025

Sarasota 18-story condo project inches closer to reality

A handful of outstanding issues plus an administrative adjustment need to be taken care of before a Development Review Committee resubmittal for the 18-story Adagio.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
April 9, 2026

Tax reform could mean 41% hit to city revenue fund

If a bill to reform property tax in Florida reaches the November ballot, Sarasota may be seeking ways to make up tens of millions in tax revenue.

Sarasota
News

By Mark Bergin |
November 2, 2021

Longboat Key approves changes to mobile home height requirements

Decision preserves 20% townwide discount on flood insurance premiums.

Longboat Key
News

In Memoriam |
December 10, 2020

Carl P. Friedman

Carl Friedman, 78, of Longboat Key, FL, formerly of Stamford, CT, devoted husband, beloved father and adoring grandfather, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2020 after a short but mighty battle with glioblastoma. 

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Observer Staff |
January 4, 2012

East County Births

Congratulations to the East County parents who celebrated recent births. The East County Observer will publish birth announcements each month. To have your listing included, please email your information to Managing Editor Michael Eng, [email protected].