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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 18, 2010
The end of an era

The Klauber family gathered friends and family for a final bash at the Colony to celebrate a key chapter in Longboat history.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 7, 2013
NEWS BRIEFS

It's not yet official, but Sarasota's Nathan Benderson Park very well may be the future venue for the 2017 World Rowing Championships.

  • East County
  • News
Monaca Onstad, the director of community relations for Lakewood Ranch Communities, and Morgan Bettes, the market manager, announce the market is going to the Lakewood Ranch Medical Center.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 17, 2019
Market on the move in Lakewood Ranch

The Market at Lakewood Ranch shifts to the Lakewood Ranch Medical Center in November.

  • East County
  • News
Manatee County libraries have added a tutoring program to its online offerings. Stock image.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 7, 2020
Manatee County libraries launch online tutoring

Tutor.com will offer live tutoring to Manatee County students.

  • East County
  • News
The Sarasota Bayfront Planning Organization intends to have a master plan for 42 acres of city-owned land by June 2018.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 1, 2017
Bayfront planning group sets target date

By June 2018, Sarasota Bayfront 20:20 wants to have a plan for the bayfront. In the meantime, they want to generate some activity on the property.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 31, 2013
Business Observer 7/31/2013

The Longboat Key Club & Resort received its 30th consecutive AAA Four-Diamond Award.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
City commissioners meet today at 2:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. for their regular meeting at City Hall.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 21, 2011
City of Sarasota discusses grants today

The Sarasota City Commission will decide whether or not to do away with Community Redevelopment Agency grants today.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 1, 2015
Beware of the mob

Animal-rights proponents are pressuring Sarasota County commissioners to shut down retail pet stores’ puppy and kitty sales. There are other effective ways to reach the goal.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
County offices will be closed Dec. 24-25, Dec. 31 and Jan. 1. because of the holidays.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 21, 2018
City, county offices to close for holidays

Governmental facilities throughout Sarasota will be closed in observance of Christmas and New Year’s Day, causing adjustments to trash collection.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Heidi Brown
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 31, 2017
New exec starts at nonprofit

New Jewish Family and Children Services CEO plans to expand and streamline services.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 11, 2013
Super Boat Grand Prix decision good news for charities

The Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix is more than a Fourth of July tradition and local economic booster - many area children's programs also rely on the money it nets.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Summerfield resident Alan Roth checks to see the signal strength of his cell service in his home. He has trouble making and receiving calls from home.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 28, 2018
Lakewood Ranch residents frustrated by cell coverage

Some in the development still struggle with unreliable reception.

  • East County
  • News
Mary Kenealy-Barbetta, Julie Delaney and Bridget Spiess at Catholic Charities Ball in 2013.
  • 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 Observer Staff |
  • March 17, 2010
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Incorporation

Readers respond to Lakewood Ranch's first public meeting regarding incorporation.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Rustic Flamingo co-owners Denise Tarbell and Jacque Ruch have been working in disability services for about 30 years.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • January 20, 2021
EYE ON BUSINESS: Do-it-yourself at a studio with heart

EYE ON BUSINESS: Special workforce employed at DIY craft studio in east Bradenton

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 22, 2009
Mustangs gallop to second place at states

The Lakewood Ranch High girls cross country team finished second in the Class 3A state meet Nov. 21.

  • East County
  • Sports
Authorities have digitally reconstructed the face of an unidentified woman found dead in Sarasota County in 2007.
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • February 5, 2014
Sheriff's Office releases new 'Jane Doe' images

Authorities have digitally reconstructed the face of an unidentified woman found dead in Sarasota County in 2007.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 25, 2012
News Briefs

MW Development continues to pitch plan; Key Club oral arguments scheduled; Blogger arrested for trespassing at Key Club; New smartphone app tracks area attractions

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Subcontractor John Philpot, better known as "Flip," installs racks and other equipment required by the new P25 radio system at the radio tower off 59th Avenue East, in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 9, 2019
Manatee County touts new tower power

Better technology will aid emergency communication efforts.

  • East County
  • News
Jeanine Stebbins, Riley Helm and Nejama Gomez of Blue Dolphin.
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • October 10, 2018
Longboat gears up for seasonal residents

Sprucing up and planning taking place in Longboat

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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