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By Jay Heater |
February 25, 2017

New golf course fits Lakewood Ranch to a tee

Lakewood National Golf Club on a roll after opening.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
April 22, 2015

Cops corner: Longboat Key 4.23.2015

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Nolan Peterson |
September 19, 2013

Labor shortfall threatens construction boom

An ongoing shortfall in skilled labor is limiting the pace of construction and driving up building costs - threatening the recovery of an industry showing renewed life after the Great Recession.

Sarasota
News

By Liz Ramos |
August 20, 2024

Deep Lagoon Seafood & Oyster House open in Waterside Place

The restaurant offers upscale coastal casual dining with fresh seafood from the Gulf of Mexico.

East County
Business

By Ian Swaby |
April 14, 2024

$28M renovation of Booker High theater means 'enormous possibilities'

The recently completed project adds mezzanine seating, a black box theater, a costume shop and a grand lobby.

Sarasota
Schools

By Lauren Tronstad |
May 31, 2023

Longboat Key home sales slow with end of season

Residential real estate properties are typically on the market between two and three months with a lack of demand driving prices lower.

Longboat Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
September 14, 2023

Ready for a real-life 'magic carpet' ride? Hop on an eFoil.

Learning to fly on a surfboard isn't easy, but the "unreal feeling" is worth it, Sarasota eFoil owners say.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
January 24, 2024

Sarasota Ballet celebrates resident choreographer's 10th anniversary

The program honoring Ricardo Graziano's 10 years as resident choreographer includes a world premiere of his abstract ballet "Schubert Variations."

Arts + Culture

By Ian Swaby |
October 24, 2024

Siesta Key slowly comes back to life

Two weeks after Hurricane Milton hit Sarasota, business owners say there's still further to go before Siesta Key returns to normal, while patrons and the community continue to offer support.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
September 29, 2010

LETTERS: Readers respond to 'Epidemic'

Last week, The East County Observer published an article titled "Epidemic." It focused on Justin Lizardi, the 20-year-old who in July was caught burglarizing homes in Heritage Harbour. His family shared details about Lizardi's longtime addiction to drugs, which he began using while a student Lakewood Ranch High School. See inside for readers' responses.

East County
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
May 24, 2023

Man promises to keep front yard yelling 'to a minimum'

After screaming obscenities for hours a man tells police he'll tone it down. This and other reports from the Sarasota Police Department in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Jay Heater |
June 25, 2021

Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant lands at Lakewood Ranch's border

Upscale Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant restaurant saw opportunity with Lakewood Ranch's expansion south.

East County
News

By David Conway |
January 21, 2021

St. Armands leaders waver on bathroom costs

After spending years pursuing the right to build free-standing public restrooms, the St. Armands Business Improvement District has concerns about the cost.

Sarasota
News

In Memoriam |
November 19, 2020

Shirley Victoria (Cherrington) Hunt Given Beachum

Shirley Victoria (Cherrington) Hunt Given Beachum, 99, of Longboat Key, FL, passed away November 14, 2020.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Sara Rachon |
March 29, 2023

Sarasota Ballet's 'La Sylphide' has company on its toes

Luke Schaufuss and Giminez Macarena delight audiences in the classic Danish ballet.

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

By Andrew Warfield |
March 8, 2023

Apartments no longer planned for kennel club site

With the closing deadline passing for Aventon Holdings to buy the Sarasota Kennel Club site, the airport is dropping its legal challenges to the project. The owner already has another buyer lined up.