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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • November 2, 2016
Swimming Through Color: Anne Patterson portrays her reality through multisensory art

“Pathless Woods” invites viewers to experience the world through Patterson’s eyes.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 30, 2025
Lakewood Ranch vice president offers development forecast

The community sits on 55 square miles and accounts for $15 billion in assessed property values.

  • East County
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 25, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 27-Aug. 2

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • July 21, 2022
Murder mystery summer camp stretches creative muscles

Campers at Faulhaber Fab Lab use their wits to solve a crime most foul.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • March 8, 2018
The price to earn an ‘A’

Sarasota’s school tax vote is a ‘renewal ritual.’ But for the new school tax to pass in Manatee, voters need to see a dramatic change. Two of its board members should resign.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • May 12, 2011
FAMILY REUNION: USS Sarasota crew reunites

About 30 former crew members of the USS Sarasota Naval ship visited Sarasota this week, 20 years after the group's inaugural reunion.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • January 22, 2025
Ordinance to raise max boat dock, lift height passed by planning board

With final approval from the Longboat Key Town Commission, the ordinance would allow homeowners to raise boats higher for protection from high surges.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 10, 2018
Circus greats head to Ring of Fame

The Circus Ring of Fame will inductee five new performers and groups to its ranks on Jan. 13.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • January 19, 2017
Tougher tree regulations draw backlash from developers

In 2016, resident activists successfully pushed the city to strengthen its tree protection regulations. Now, property owners are wondering if the city went too far.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • January 25, 2017
How High: Building heights stall push for Longboat code changes

As town staff aim to bring dozens of properties into conformity, concerns about building heights bubble to the surface.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 22, 2023
Developer calls east Main Street 'what's happening next'

Rodrigo Trepp likes the prospect of developing in Sarasota so much that he's moving his company and his family to the area from Bolivia. His first project, SOTA, breaks ground soon.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 25, 2016
Step into the Spotlight: Local dance company offers choreographers a rare opportunity

Sarasota Contemporary Dance show "Voices" gives young choreographers a chance to showcase their work.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 29, 2015
OUR VIEW | EMS dispatch: Take the risk

It’s a common dilemma: the devil you know versus the one you don’t. In spite of the angst, Longboat should stay the course: Make the switch. If it doesn’t work, change again.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • November 4, 2025
Town manager, attorney get solid reviews from commissioners

Longboat Key Town Commission agreed to give Howard Tipton a 3% raise while Maggie Mooney’s firm may see an amended contract.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 20, 2022
LECOM Suncoast Classic in Lakewood Ranch seeks volunteers for golf event

Another 100 volunteers needed for the Korn Ferry Tour golf event in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 12, 2024
Free ways to get fit and stay healthy in Sarasota

From beach yoga to high-intensity training at The Bay, the city has something to offer fitness seekers of all stripes.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • April 28, 2026
Sarasota Paradise learn some professional lessons

The Lakewood Ranch-based soccer club has struggled early with its move to USL League One.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By David Conway |
  • September 2, 2021
Hotel, residential tower planned for mid-Main Street

A developer is asking the city to approve a 17-story building that exceeds the standard limits on height and density for downtown projects.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 23, 2023
Parklet dining gets six-month stay as city cooks up permanent policy

The permitted use of city street parking spaces for outdoor dining is extended through September as the Sarasota City Commission directs staff to develop an ordinance to consider.

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