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Results for: Playvital Discount Code "AVA10" Get 10% Off On All Products!

  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 29, 2017
Diligence can fight crime in Lakewood Ranch area

Unlocked cars attract crime spree in East County.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • November 13, 2023
New dance company makes a 'pointe' on mental health, inclusivity

Azara Ballet is a nonprofit contemporary dance company in Sarasota that promotes body positivity and offers outreach programs for the neurodivergent community.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 7, 2024
Waterside Place almost sold out as gastropub plans fall opening

With six restaurants expected to open by late 2024, only one space remains in the Lakewood Ranch business and entertainment hub.

  • East County
  • News
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • February 10, 2026
Tina Adams' role with Longboat has grown over 26 years

A snapshot of the duties and life of the person who works to keep residents and media updated about services on the Key, both big and small.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • February 19, 2026
Onward and upward for Cardinal Mooney wrestling

With individuals underway, the Cougars will soon conclude their second season of competition.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • March 25, 2026
KLA Schools prepares to open new early learning center in Lakewood Ranch

Currently in construction, KLA Schools of Lakewood Ranch will serve 200 children between the ages of 3 months and 4 years old.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • July 3, 2023
An oversight and supply chain issues delay underground utility project

The team working on the underground utility project recently realized existing underground transformers need to be replaced. Due to supply chain issues, this pushes the project back about six months.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • December 10, 2020
Changes coming to schools in new semester

Following a state directive, struggling remote students will be asked to return to in-person classes.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 6, 2021
Adjusting to pandemic with class in Lakewood Ranch

East Bradenton high school seniors make the most of their final school year despite pandemic.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • October 22, 2021
Longboat Key businesses welcome St. Regis development

Construction officially started Monday morning on the St. Regis development.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 20, 2023
Cuteness, cuddliness encourages reading at Read with the Dogs

Families keep returning to the program, which is held at multiple Sarasota County libraries and features certified pet therapy dogs.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • December 12, 2022
Artist keeps living in the eye of the storm

Mara Torres González wanted to celebrate her art documenting a natural disaster. And then she lived through another one.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • August 10, 2022
New season at Urbanite Theatre centers on family ties

There will be tragedies, comedies and drama on tap in Urbanite Theatre's upcoming season, which is titled "Heredity."

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 15, 2009
Our View

CEO mayor, anyone?

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 14, 2009
Braden River Soccer Club to host Halloween Havoc

Teams from throughout the state will flock to the East County for the tournament Oct. 16-18.

  • East County
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  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 7, 2010
PROFESSIONAL OPINION

Golf legends Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin returned to the East County last week to look at opportunities for improving The Concession Golf Club.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Robin Roy |
  • July 22, 2010
Candidates talk accountability, responsibility

A mother and grandmother compete for the School Board District 5 seat on platforms of communication, fiscal responsibility and better student training.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Vanessa Moody |
  • June 2, 2010
Ranch thespian earns scholarship, admission into Cincinnati Conservatory

Lakewood Ranch High School senior Dane LaFemina began acting at age 5.

  • East County
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