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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 3, 2015
Bayfront Park funding approved

A revamped Bayfront Park that’s been in the works since 2008 is a go after Sarasota County Commission agreed to a $2 million funding request today.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • April 30, 2016
Tara Bridge talk resurfaces

Group forms to urge Manatee County to build a bridge that connects Honore Avenue and Tara Boulevard.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • May 4, 2016
Tara Bridge talk resurfaces

Group forms to urge Manatee County to build a bridge that connects Honore Avenue and Tara Boulevard.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 26, 2014
The Good News: Dawn Burns

For Gocio Elementary teacher Dawn Burns, teaching her students about theater and the fine arts sets the stage for success.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam McTeer |
  • October 14, 2009
Foreclosure proceedings threaten San Marco shops

Three leased units in San Marco are under foreclosure. However, the plaza and its merchants remain open for business. Gary Moyer, owner of the properties, said he also is working with investors to pay off his debts.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • December 1, 2010
Medical Model

Seasonal fluctuations create a unique set of challenges for Dr. Pamela Letts. But, now, Longboat Key's only primary-care provider looks to a health clinic in Boca Grande as a possible model.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • May 17, 2021
JoJo Fusco brings abstract nature to All Angels

Gallery director Carol Doenecke used her local art connections to find Fusco, who is the church's featured artist.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 26, 2021
Gardens sprout at east Bradenton schools

Freedom and Tara elementary schools receive grant to develop gardens in east Bradenton.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • February 26, 2016
Sarasota developer takes on the IRS — and wins

Hugh Culverhouse Jr., developer of Palmer Ranch, has won a decade-long dispute over the value of land he donated in Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • May 13, 2018
Taylor Morrison development approved in Bradenton

Manatee County Commission votes in favor of a 600-home community near Evers Reservoir.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
  • By Katie Johns |
  • December 20, 2017
Longboaters top Santa's nice list

Longboat Key organizations and churches donated a lot to local charities this holiday season. Here, we mention some of those efforts.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • July 7, 2016
Sho Fu Society: We can 'Bonsai' that

The Sho Fu Bonsai Society of Sarasota masters the ancient art form, and so can you.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 16, 2014
Frosty returns

He's big, costly and a bear to maintain. But new owners vow to keep River Club's famous snowman shining next year.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • November 24, 2014
Aging in Paradise will screen SILL lecture series

The organization's Global Issues lecture series will be available at Longboat Island Chapel beginning in January.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • March 2, 2025
Early shoppers pack St. Mary for annual rummage sale deals

The highly anticipated sale drew massive crowds on par with recent record-breakers at Friday morning's early bird kickoff.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 21, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for March 23-29

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • August 2, 2022
The best things to do around Sarasota for Aug. 4-10

There's a new exhibit at Selby Gardens taking center stage in Sarasota, and there are also interesting drama and theater options on tap this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 2, 2024
Water restoration on Siesta Key nearly complete

Beaches remain closed as debris pickup begins.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Weldon Frost |
  • July 21, 2010
MY VIEW: Politics again trumps common sense

There is no question British Petroleum is at fault for the oil spill, but the moratorium reeks of politics and is making matters worse.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 30, 2015
Sarasota: Top 5 Teams of 2015

Sarasota: Top 5 Teams of 2015

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