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  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 6, 2011
OUR VIEW: Teachers must share the struggle

Manatee schools have waited too long to act. Now circumstances are forcing their hand.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 22, 2014
Memories & mishaps

Some holidays are magical, and some result in mishaps. Regardless, the season always results in plenty of memories. Here, we share some of your most memorable holidays stories.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 14, 2026
New city manager calls career in public service 'most noble of professions'

Karie Friling has made several fact-finding visits to Sarasota in preparation for assuming her new role as city manager.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eric Snider |
  • February 17, 2022
Growing Green

In 1982, Ed and Betty Rosenthal launched Florikan ESA, a manufacturer of environmentally sustainable fertilizer. Since then, the company, headquartered in Lakewood Ranch, has earned top awards for its innovative technology and environmental leadership. In

  • LWR Life
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 16, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Jan. 17

A look at our favorite arts and entertainment events taking place this week in Bradenton, Sarasota and Venice.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 15, 2024
Survey says: Longboaters want more than a library

In an informal online survey, a majority of respondents said they want a library, but they want an education and community center too.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • February 8, 2021
Longboat Key sticking with approved streetlights despite resident criticisms

Part of Longboat Key's undergrounding project calls for the installation of new streetlights.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 28, 2010
Sarasota 2050 plan: economic death

Let's bring a little rational perspective to the discussion this Thursday when the Sarasota County Commission considers the fate of Schroeder-Manatee Ranch's Villages of Lakewood Ranch South project.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 21, 2019
Dangerous roadways top representative's town topics in Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton area

Dangerous roadways, outdoor Florida, top town hall meeting topics in Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton area

  • East County
  • News
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • February 7, 2018
Ringling College releases plan for Longboat Arts Center

The donation-funded, proposed Longboat Key Arts, Cultural and Education center could cost more than $18 million, by 2022 dollars.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • July 29, 2015
Sarasota Opera announces cast and creative team for last year of the Verdi Cycle

The opera brings in familiar favorites and acclaimed newcomers to conclude its historic performance cycle of the complete works of Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 22, 2024
Sarasota libraries explore world of wildlife with free events

Libraries are offering programming to tie in with One Book selection “An Immense World: How Animal Senses Reveal the Hidden Realms Around Us” by Ed Yong.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • June 25, 2024
Peer group for multimillionaires grows in Sarasota

Tiger 21 connects the uber-wealthy with the uber-wealthy in a rapidly growing — and exclusive — niche.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • July 20, 2025
Longboat Island Chapel takes in The Paradise Center

After the community center found itself seeking new headquarters, the north-end church stepped in to offer space for its programs.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jim DeLa |
  • July 19, 2024
Sarasota Memorial Hospital Board race generates renewed interest

With Democratic and write-in candidates, Aug. 20 will be a closed primary.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • April 24, 2024
Potential Longboat projects include flooding fixes, new rec center

At the latest strategic planning retreat, Longboat Key town commissioners talked about future major projects and reviewed the town’s initiatives for 2025-2026.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 27, 2024
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center rated as a high-performing hospital

Doctors and patients say individualized and dedicated care at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center leads to positive outcomes.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 29, 2024
Swiss-based aircraft maker picks SRQ for major expansion

Pilatus Business Jets will invest $40 million-plus to build new factory and service facilities at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 15, 2026
St. Armands visioning wraps up, but more work remains

Following two public workshop sessions, Sarasota city staff now has its list of priorities as planning and projects for a more resilient St. Armands Circle continue.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 9, 2021
9.11 Remembered: Former New York City fireman shares memories of the attack

Lakewood Ranch's Steve Lubrino, a New York City fireman who survived the collapse of the World Trade Center towers, says 9-11 stories need to be told.

  • East County
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