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  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • June 2, 2021
Microforest planned for Nathan Benderson Park

Microforest planned for Nathan Benderson Park

  • East County
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  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • December 22, 2022
Sarasota Nice List filled with good deeds from 2022

The Sarasota community has made the holiday season brighter by going the extra miles this year with nice gestures.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 4, 2022
Commission approves grant funding for Bobby Jones wetlands work

As work continues toward a fall reopening of the Bobby Jones Golf Club, Sarasota commissioners approve use of state wetlands grants.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 1, 2011
QUESTIONABLE ACTIONS?

Parents concerned about the leadership of McNeal Elementary Principal Norma Scott petitioned Manatee County School District leaders for action. However, district officials, other parents and some McNeal teachers say they support Scott.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • March 28, 2013
Murky History

High levels of lead are encapsulated in the Hudson bayou's sediment. More than 60,000 cubic yards would have to be dredged to remove the toxic metal.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • May 29, 2019
The Ringling unveils its 2019-2020 Art of Performance series schedule

The season will feature 14 artists and companies in dozens of timely multidisciplinary performances.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By David Conway |
  • November 1, 2018
Promotional Considerations: County examines tourism strategy

As it debates the allocation of tourist tax funds, the County Commission has questioned the fundamentals of its relationship with Visit Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • June 8, 2022
WBTT alum returns to the stage her talent helped build

Jnana Wilson Cooper isn't just a founding member of the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. She's more like family.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 28, 2022
Spoll's Longboat legacy: Making paradise a little bit better

The long-serving former commissioner and mayor died at age 89 following decades of service to the town.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • December 27, 2015
The word for 2016: wisdom

In this crucial moment of a free-fall, American voters need great wisdom to discern who has the Right Stuff to revive our founding heritage and guide us to be great again.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Emily Leinfuss |
  • September 13, 2023
Venice arts scene is worth the trip

Long overshadowed by cultural capital Sarasota 18 miles north, the city of Venice is making a name for itself with an abundance of cultural attractions.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 19, 2024
City reveals vision for reimagined Main Street

Wider sidewalks, less parking and greater streetside activity are among the priorities as the city develops plans for a cohesive Main Street through downtown Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • January 7, 2025
Two musicians bridge gap between US and Africa

Regular Lakewood Ranch performer Trevor Bystrom unites with Malawian musician Peter Mawanga for a Waterside show.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 10, 2025
It's never the same old story for Books for Kids

The Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch program continues to grow in Manatee schools.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • June 15, 2022
Workshop studies the need for East Manatee Fire Rescue to add paramedics

Fire Commissioner James Carlino 70% of calls for the department are medically related and that it thus makes sense that the best medical care should be provided.

  • East County
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  • By Matt Walsh |
  • October 17, 2018
Local amendments

Our recommendations on local questions.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 11, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for March 13-19

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • February 18, 2025
Big projects to keep an eye on in Parrish

With bulldozers and (lots of) building permits in tow, a pair of communities a short car ride away from Lakewood Ranch are in boom mode. "Coming soon" signs dot the landscape.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 23, 2011
Road to Redevelopment

Since 2008, Anna Maria's Pine Avenue has been undergoing a transformation. Restoration project partner Ed Chiles thinks the development could offer a model for Longboat.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • October 8, 2020
Bird of the week: Tricolored heron

Disappearing wetland habitat is a threat to this wading bird.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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