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  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • August 18, 2011
Jet Skis prove value as rescue equipment

Sarasota County lifeguards and Sheriff's Office deputies collaborated recently for a water rescue in Big Pass, after a 19-foot boat ran aground in Big Pass.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 24, 2019
Manatee County Sheriff's Office warns against scams

Law enforcement urges due diligence to prevent victimization.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 26, 2016
Ringling Shopping Center plans could include 222 apartments

The city of Sarasota has conducted a traffic study for up to 222 mid-rise apartment units and 175,000 square feet of retail space on the site.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 3, 2015
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 26, 2025
Planning Board sides with The Strand residents against apartment project

A developer proposes 58 apartments between North Tamiami Trail and The Strand condos in a matter to be settled by the City Commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 30, 2023
Lakewood Ranch High quarterback feels heat of recruiting process

Rising senior Clayton Dees has offers from Appalachian State and Florida International, among other schools.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 27, 2022
Sarasota County School Board District 4: Lauren Kurnov

Meet the candidate.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 31, 2022
Mooney boys lacrosse coach motivates team to massive comeback

Derek Wagner picked up his 100th career win in February and has plenty of wisdom to share.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 10, 2021
East County love bloomed in Africa

Stone River Retirement Community's Mary and Don Rooker-Smith reflect on 61 years of marriage.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 2, 2009
Prep teams tee off for 2009 season

The Braden River boys and girls golf teams began their seasons Aug. 31 and Sept. 1. Lakewood Ranch will begin its season Sept. 8, and ODA will begin its season Sept. 10.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 14, 2009
'Tis the stone-crab season

For generations, the Moore family has worked in the stone-crab business. Now, the family restaurant is gearing up for its 43rd season.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • October 26, 2011
Michelle Phillips: A thing of beauty

Makeup artist Michelle Phillips is using her love of cosmetics to empower women. The publication of her first book proves the mission is much more than a vanity project.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • March 30, 2017
Meet Boy Scouts' top dogs in Manatee District

Two East County residents are recognized for their long-time commitment as Boy Scout volunteers.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 14, 2016
Local man expresses love of railroad

Lakewood Ranch man goes full steam ahead with railroad hobby

  • East County
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  • By Molly Schechter |
  • September 24, 2014
Fitness classes are only the beginning of Ed Center choices

There's a Longboat Key phenomenon that happens annually right after the tourist traffic finally fades because kids are going back to school and right before the car carriers start to unload their seasonal shipments. It is the arrival of the humble-in-appearance but ever so rich-in-content catalog from the Longboat Key Education Center.

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  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 23, 2021
Sarasota boys, Riverview girls capture 4A swimming titles

The Rams had individual winners while the Sailors relied on their depth

  • Sarasota
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  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 25, 2024
Former Sarasota High stars head to pro baseball ranks

Conner Whittaker and Owen Ayers were selected in the 2024 MLB Draft.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 23, 2024
Former Pirates star Ryan Neuzil preps for Atlanta Falcons training camp

Neuzil spends time at Lakewood Ranch's Athletic Edge Sports Performance Training Center each offseason.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 6, 2023
Manatee Ball Hockey League players test their skills in national league

The players also hope the growth of the Manatee league leads to rink improvements over time.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • September 27, 2023
Nik Wallenda teams up with Circus Arts Conservatory for holiday show

The Sarasota aerialist wants to create a new holiday tradition.

  • Arts + Culture
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