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  • By Sue Jacobson |
  • April 5, 2012
My View: It's not really about school prayer

The recent law approved by the Legislature and governor is frightening and, perhaps even more offensive, cynical. Either way, we cannot afford to let it stand.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • January 15, 2020
The keys to a town center on Longboat

If Longboat Key commissioners are convinced the town needs a town center, they face two tough decisions: giving subsidies to developers and what to do about density.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • February 12, 2020
Hermitage Artist Retreat's Andy Sandberg putting best foot forward

New CEO, artistic director plans on keeping a high profile — for himself and the retreat

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Katie Johns |
  • October 3, 2018
Class is back in session at Longboat Key Education Center

The fall session kicks off on Oct. 15 and runs until Dec. 15.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 29, 2016
Tragedy leads mother to ... A loving path

Daughter's death now a cold case after 12 years, but efforts continue to solve the mystery.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 10, 2017
Dry spring drops pond levels

Near drought conditions draw full attention of public.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 12, 2017
Convenient, but ...

Longboat’s Town Commission appears ready to hire Sarasota County’s Tom Harmer as the next town manager. He looks like a good fit. But do you buy the first car you see and like?

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 7, 2016
Central Park HOA hopes to add amenities

Central Park board desires friendship, lower fees and improved amenities

  • East County
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 14, 2016
Mustang "fillies" tackle the football world

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • August 11, 2015
Conversation with Steve Vernon

The president of the Lakewood Ranch Republican Club filed to run for the District 73 state representative seat Monday, July 27.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 8, 2015
Ranch nets Sarasota Open

After six years on Longboat Key, the Sarasota Open swings into the Lakewood Ranch Tennis Center.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • May 20, 2015
Generous Act

Stevie Lee Romero got his shot on the big stage last year in Asolo Repertory Theatre’s production of ‘The Grapes of Wrath.’ Now, he’s giving back.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By David Conway |
  • December 17, 2014
City leases land scrutiny from Chapman

Vice Mayor Susan Chapman wants to re-examine city lease agreements that charge organizations such as Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium $10 a year or less in rent.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 23, 2013
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Scott Lockwood |
  • December 30, 2021
Manatee County ponders sale of its controversial 2020 land purchase at Lena Road and SR 64

Manatee County's plans for an operations center at Lena Road and SR 64 could be scrapped.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • December 9, 2024
Busy hurricane season enforces need for community aid

Lakewood Ranch Community Emergency Response Team will focus on growing awareness before disasters hit.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 22, 2024
Garden club digs into strengthening roots

A determined group of gardening gurus overcame a slow start and is now a thriving Lakewood Ranch club. But it’s not all about plants.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • July 20, 2022
Summer intensive molds ballet dancers of tomorrow

The Sarasota Ballet auditioned more than 1,000 dancers for their summer program, and 170 made the final cut to come and learn in person.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • November 19, 2023
Longboat Key maps out 5 years of environmental initiatives

The town’s first cohesive environmental action plan sets the groundwork for years of initiatives and education campaigns.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • March 3, 2023
Town starts urging residents to prepare for hurricane season

Longboat Key Fire Chief Paul Dezzi gave a presentation to residents Wednesday morning on hurricane preparedness.

  • Longboat Key
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