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A.G. Lafley, Cathy Layton, Ric Gregoria and Debra Jacobs pose around the board announcing The Patterson Foundation's contribution toward the first phase of the bayfront project.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 21, 2019
Patterson Foundation announces donation to The Bay

The foundation’s initial $2 million contribution could grow to $5 million as The Bay Park Conservancy embarks on the first phase of its park project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A developer is seeking the right to upzone land along Fourth Street, but there are no specific plans in place for the property yet.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 10, 2020
Downtown rezoning proposals draw compatibility concerns

With no set development plans, two property owners near the Rosemary District are seeking the right to build higher on their lots.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Libby Edwards sank a hole-in-one on the 16th hole of University Park Country Club'   s course. Courtesy photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 7, 2017
East County sports roundup: 06.07.17

East County sports roundup: 06.07.17

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Niki Kottmann & Katie Johns |
  • January 16, 2018
Key Notes: 'Siesta Key' Episode 11 Recap

The winter premiere of "Siesta Key" tells us Kelsey and Garrett are clearly not over each other, Brandon is gross and the new guy is hot.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Lakewood Ranch junior pitcher Logan Newton will lead the Mustang in their home opener Feb. 18.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 17, 2016
That's the ticket ...

Check out these top matchups in East County sports this week.

  • East County
  • Sports
Valeria Pankey.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 22, 2020
East County Athlete of the Week: Valeria Pankey

The Lakewood Ranch girls soccer player talks being left-footed and wanting to travel back in time.

  • East County
  • Sports
Sania Allen, Sandy Ruggerio and Lourdes Ziegenfuss
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • February 17, 2012
Luxury Lifestyle Jet Port reception

Luxury Lifestyle Jet Port reception

  • Black Tie
Lakewood Ranch's Dan Elmaleh pitches during an MVP Sports and Social softball game at Fruitville Park. Softball fields are one thing being discussed by Lakewood Ranch as a potential add. Photo by Pam Eubanks.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 3, 2019
MVP Sports co-founder hopes to expand recreational sports in Lakewood Ranch

Future upgrades at Premier Sports Campus could be a game-changer, as could other amenities

  • East County
  • Sports
Amanda Gillick, a junior, drew the rough sketch for the Surfers for Autism and wants to continue with art after high school.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • May 2, 2018
Braden River High students have their designs down to a T

Braden River High artists raise money for charity with their designs.

  • East County
  • News
Mike Welcer.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 23, 2017
Sarasota High Five Moments: 03.23.17

Sarasota High Five Moments: 03.23.17

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 23, 2015
Furever homes

Furever homes

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Braden River running back DeShaun Fenwick leaps into the end zone for a touchdown in the fourth quarter.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 16, 2015
Pirates sail into semifinals

The Braden River High football team earned a rematch with Venice after beating Naples Gulf Coast 37-14 Nov. 13.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Mitchell Levin |
  • June 13, 2012
My View: Pension plan: Rainbows and butterflies or logic?

"Fiscally sound" is not how the pension board behaves.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Guest Author |
  • November 4, 2020
Character matters, as does common good writes Lakewood Ranch resident

Lakewood Ranch resident writes letter to the editor as rebutattal.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Representatives from State College of Florida,  Sarasota-Manatee, Lakewood Ranch developer Schroeder-Manatee Ranch and the Gulf Coast Community Foundation of Venice revealed plans Jan. 18.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 22, 2011
TOP STORY, JAN.: The Big DEAL

Schroeder-Manatee Ranch and State College of Florida in January announced a partnership to create a 72,000-square-foot hub to attract businesses to the Manatee-Sarasota area.

  • East County
  • News
Nevaeh McCarthy is pursuing dance through the same Sarasota Ballet program her mother, Carla Burrell, attended nearly 20 years ago.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • October 7, 2015
Shared Passion: A mother and daughter's pas de deux

Nevaeh McCarthy and her mother, Carla Burrell, found inspiration in the same dance program — 20 years apart.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 14, 2010
Lucky Pelican plans sizzling Bayou Blast

The event will raise money to help seabirds affected by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

  • East County
  • News
Carolyn Michel. Photo by Marty Fugate
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 17, 2016
Power of personality: Carolyn Michel's one-woman showcase

Carolyn Michel relives her favorite roles in the SaraSolo Festival.

  • Arts + Culture
Siesta Key Oyster Bar offers a menu of fresh seafood as well as a fun atmosphere, with nightly live music, in the heart of the Siesta Key Village.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 30, 2013
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Siesta Key Oyster Bar

This week we went in the kitchen with chef Douglas Jennings of Siesta Key Oyster Bar, while he prepares shrimp and avocado ceviche. Get the recipe and watch an instructional video in this week's "In the Kitchen."

  • Siesta Key
  • News
In addition to taking over as the new varsity baseball coach, Tim Orlosky also was named ODA’s associate athletic director for facilities management.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 9, 2013
ODA Thunder taps new head coach

Former Venice High and USF outfielder Tim Orlosky was recently named The Out-of-Door Academy's new varsity baseball coach.

  • East County
  • Sports
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