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Workers began on routing electricity for the temporary trailer just north of the existing Station 92.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • May 1, 2020
Longboat Key firefighters prepare to use temporary south-side fire station

A rebuilt Station 92 is scheduled to open in April 2021.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 13, 2014
Work of Art

Sarasota's art community suffered a loss Nov. 7 with the death of local gallery owner Allyn Gallup.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The 10-member board, which has been at work since August considering potential alterations to the city’s foundational governing document.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 3, 2022
Sarasota's Charter Review Committee OKs recommendation for elected mayor

Proposal needs City Commission approval before heading to voters.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • September 16, 2019
Parents become students at Fruitville Elementary

Parents had the chance to step inside the classroom during Sarasota School's "Bring Your Parent to Work Week."

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
About a third of Longboat Key'                    s population lives in Manatee County.
  • By John McGuire |
  • May 31, 2017
Longboat begins looking at one-county possibilities

Town examines what's involved in erasing county border across the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Take a look inside the studios where two of Sarasota's most artistic residents find peace to do they what they do best: create.
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • April 2, 2014
Artists' retreats

A look inside the studios where two of Sarasota's most artistic residents find peace to do they what they do best: create.

  • Arts + Culture
Author Lee Moran, an 84-year-old Mote Ranch resident, didn't begin to pursue his writing career until he was 75.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 18, 2016
East County ‘word man’ tumbles into new career

Mote Ranch resident is the perfect type to write stories at age 84.

  • East County
  • News
A Lakewood Ranch CERT member receives fire training. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 12, 2011
Ranch CERT elects new officers

The Lakewood Ranch Community Emergency Response Team has elected new board members and officers.

  • East County
  • News
Sophie and Lucy won the most patriotic prize in 2019.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 21, 2021
Longboat Chamber seeks permission to resume Freedom Fest

Annual Independence Day parade and festivities were canceled in 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Joseph Holt. Photo by Nick Friedman.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • January 26, 2012
Q&A with Joseph Holt

The longtime principal pianist for the United States Army Chorus will perform on Siesta Key this weekend.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Olivia and Avery Davis attended the camp after moving from Indianapolis to Lakewood Ranch the week prior.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 20, 2018
Mustangs basketball camp a jam session in lessons

The Lakewood Ranch High basketball programs hosted a summer camp last week, and it was important for more than just the campers.

  • East County
  • Sports
Kim Miele
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 12, 2019
Brian health study in Lakewood Ranch hires program director

Kim Miele will serve a role as an important liaison to the Gulf Coast community as the program director for the Brain Health Initiative at Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Dr. Rebecca Patton, D.C |
  • February 8, 2019
Are You At Risk For Cognitive Decline?

Are You At Risk For Cognitive Decline?

  • Health
Sponsored Content
  • By Lisa Nisenson |
  • June 28, 2012
Walmart’s hard lessons: the “D” Word

Walmart’s hard lessons: the “D” Word

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 16, 2012
News Briefs

Code Enforcement hears parking case; FPL to clear tree branches, limbs; Crosswalks, beach project on agenda

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Kathy Banks with one of her three rescued squirrels.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • November 15, 2017
Handle with care

Mill Creek's Kathy Banks cares for three baby squirrels.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Manatee County doesn't expect new shipments of the COVID-19 vaccine this week.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 11, 2021
No new shipments of COVID-19 vaccine expected this week in Manatee County

Administrator Cheri Coryea asks Manatee County residents to remain patient awaiting the COVID-19 vaccine.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 13, 2010
Cops Corner

Sept. 28 Scenic route 5:27 p.m. - 5300 block of GMD. Reckless Driving. An elderly woman apologized to police for driving too slowly and weaving on Gulf of Mexico Drive. She said she had not been on the Key in a while and was sightseeing.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • February 17, 2020
Ambassador Wendy Sherman talks climate change, technology

The former Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs was the third keynote speaker during the RCLA Town Hall series.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Bus Tour Guide Patti Clark and Assistant Bus Tour Guide Beverly Polk
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • March 20, 2019
Fashion Insider: Happy Thrifters

The Ultimate Resale Shopping Bus Tour takes a tour around Sarasota.

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