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By Mark Gordon |
February 19, 2023

As Lakewood Ranch Medical Center expands, it has a pro at the helm

Andy Guz, the CEO of Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, empowers his staff by providing what they need to do their best.

East County
Business

By Matt Walsh |
December 1, 2022

The school board blew it

Sarasota school board members and Superintendent Aspen showed how not to operate as a competent board and poised leader.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Ryan Kohn |
April 15, 2021

Sleep well?

An FAQ on circadian rhythms, sleep habits and the importance of each.

Health

By Katie Johns |
October 22, 2018

Mote to introduce Red Tide Institute

A philanthropic investment of $1 million from The Andrew and Judith Economos Charitable Foundation will establish and support the first year of operations of the Red Tide Institute at Mote Marine Laboratory.

Longboat Key
News

By Josh Siegel |
May 15, 2013

Tribute to Heroes: Andy Hooker

Lakewood Ranch veteran Andy Hooker wears his Vietnam War colors proudly.

East County
Neighbors

By Eric Garwood |
February 21, 2020

Longboat rolls out new website design

New features include ADA options, access to town's social media feeds, mobile features.

Longboat Key
News

By Eric Garwood |
November 10, 2022

Tropical Storm Nicole updates in Sarasota and Manatee counties: SRQ wind gusts to 51 mph

Forecasters envision 35-40 mph winds and the potential for some storm surge.

Sarasota
News

By Bret Hauff |
July 18, 2018

FEMA denies Longboat funding for Irma damages

Longboat Key has sought reimbursement from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to pay for sand lost during Hurricane Irma.

Longboat Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
June 5, 2024

New elections supervisor secures 26% budget hike mid-year

The office received an $841,340 increase for the last four months of the fiscal year.

East County
News

By Dylan Campbell |
January 20, 2025

East County student-athletes prove that brains go hand in hand with brawn

Sports teams at Lakewood Ranch and Parrish Community high schools finish at the top of the state rankings for team academics.

East County
Sports

By Jack Littman-Quinn |
December 6, 2012

Yummy is in the House!

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Jen Blanco |
August 7, 2013

Masterful

The Sarasota Crew masters rowing team will compete in the USRowing Masters National Championships Aug. 15 through Aug. 18, at Nathan Benderson Park.

East County
Sports

By Observer Staff |
February 26, 2014

IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Half Shell Seafood House

Join us in the kitchen at Half Shell Seafood House with president and chef Dino Mirando as he prepares his signature oyster combo with oysters prepared in four different ways, oysters Bienville, oysters Orleans, oysters Rockefeller and char grilled oysters.

Arts + Culture

By Ian Swaby |
February 15, 2023

Palm Aire’s annual Art Show unveils hidden talent

Carolann Garafola's painting skills were on display for the first time.

East County
Neighbors

By Michael Eng |
May 9, 2012

Observed: In defense of Larry Bustle

It must have been a really slow news day for Fox 13 investigative "reporter" Doug Smith.

East County
Opinion

By Adam Hughes |
January 24, 2018

Esplanade home tops sales at $966,300

Residential real estate transactions for Jan. 8-12.

East County
Real Estate

By Petra Rivera |
July 19, 2024

Author honors late husband's fights for justice and safer air travel

Plymouth Harbor resident Ruth Kreindler's new book details attorney Lee Kreindler's legal advocacy for victims and their families in major aviation disasters.