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  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 15, 2025
Lakewood Ranch Main Street motors past a milestone

Some tenants have left. Others have been there for 10, or even 20, years. Amid the changes, Main Street at Lakewood Ranch maintains its original calling: a go-to gathering spot.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • June 21, 2023
Local artist creates a candy-colored world

Niki Butcher has emerged from the shadow of her husband, photographer Clyde Butcher, with a book capturing her pastel-hued work.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam McTeer |
  • August 19, 2009
HOA foreclosures rise in East County

Attorney Scott Petersen said his office has seen an increase in homeowner's associations beginning foreclosure proceedings.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • October 8, 2014
Critics' Choice

We asked three local critics to weigh in on what shows they're looking forward to most this season. As expected, their must-see picks range from classic to cutting edge.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • December 13, 2021
Solutions hard to come by for Longboat beach access question

As community tries to find a way around seawall issue, property owners propose an easement that would cost the town $880,000 to $1.3 million a year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 11, 2023
Fishnets and Frankenstein: 'Rocky Horror' refuses to die

Fifty years later, why do audiences want to do the "Time Warp" again and again?

  • Arts + Culture
  • By George Rauch |
  • June 3, 2009
Market Watch: Economic realities here to stay

It's great to be optimistic, and we should all hope that it becomes infectious. But, here are the economic realities - and problems - which might slow the growth of these 'green shoots.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 14, 2010
Colony dispute escalates

The Colony wants to bring in Days Inn founder William M. Hitson. The association board wants liquidation. And the Colony's lender warns of chaos and 'a disaster.'

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 25, 2018
Leave ‘without cause’ in

Sarasota County Superintendent of Education Todd Bowden may not be the right fit.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 27, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Nov. 28

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • August 16, 2018
All Hands on Deck

A tight-knit community of bid whist players is getting its game on every Tuesday at Ed’s Tavern in Lakewood Ranch.

  • LWR Life
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • February 21, 2019
Reaching daily Fitbit nirvanna

Sarasota residents reflect on their Fitbit challenges and if 10,000 steps is all it's cracked up to be.

  • Health
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 4, 2014
Hail the Chief

Retired Longboat Key Police Chief Wayne McCammon, 83, died May 27. He served as the island's top cop for 23 years.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • December 31, 2013
Black Tie Events to Attend in 2014

Mark your calendars, because 2014 is jam-packed with events you absolutely must attend! From fashion shows to famous comedians, masquerade balls and nights in the Rainbow Room, there's a good cause to be celebrated all season long. Buy your tickets and tables, plan your outfits and get ready to have a blast while supporting local charities.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 14, 2023
New Bay Park Conservancy CEO gets her feet wet in The Bay

BPC President and CEO Stephanie Crockatt finds a house, the Sarasota foodie culture and herself at the helm of an ambitious 10-year plan to fund, build out and manage the city's 53-acre park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 6, 2024
Sarasota Toy Museum debuts Aug. 8 with thousands of vintage exhibits

Owner Richard Pierson has assembled toys representing more than 200 years of playtime history.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 7, 2024
Who pays for Hurricane Helene damages in Manatee County?

Manatee County will have to tap its reserves to cover repairs while waiting on reimbursements from the state and federal governments.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • September 19, 2025
County ends funding of Manatee EDC

Other public and private sources still exist, but commissioners question the value of their contribution.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • December 31, 2009
Silver Screen Sensations

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and Tinsel Town always saves its best for last, hoping to knock your Christmas stockings off with bright stars and brilliant directors. The following films are at the top of my wish list this season - add them to yours.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Rod Thomson |
  • February 18, 2010
MY VIEW: 4 reasons to nix the school tax

The reasons why Sarasota County taxpayers - and parents - should oppose the renewal of the district's special one-mill tax extension continue to mount in stunning fashion.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
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