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Jean Blackburn will present several works in Allyn Gallup Contemporary Art Gallery's "New Work x 3." Painting by Jean Blackburn and graphic adaptation by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 27, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Feb. 28

A look at our favorite arts and entertainment events taking place this week in Bradenton, Sarasota and Venice.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 23, 2020
Florida House District 73: David Reeves Fairey

Meet the candidate.

  • East County
  • News
Lee Blons coordinates suggestions on how to address affordable housing issues during the Helpful Hopeful Housing Summit.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 20, 2020
Residents push for action on affordable housing

Frustrated by what they see as a lack of progress on affordable housing, citizen groups hope banding together can lead to meaningful change.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Legacy Golf Club part-owner John Whittemore plans to build 48 multi-family condo units on his golf course.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • December 10, 2020
Plans for Legacy Golf Club homes approved by Manatee County commissioners

Legacy Golf Club to build 48 homes after Manatee County approves the plan.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 9, 2010
IPOC offers 11th-hour compromise

Islandside Property Owners Coalition President Bob White offered a compromise to the Town Commission Wednesday that calls for a scaled-back hotel and the elimination of the golf course condominium towers.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The medical examiner's office would be a one-story facility to host offices and autopsy equipment.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • September 1, 2020
Commissioners talk internet program, medical examiner's office

Commissioners agreed to use federal relief dollars to provide internet support to low-income families who chose a remote learning option.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jess McIntyre |
  • August 15, 2019
Back at the Ranch: Back-to-School Blues

Being back in school doesn’t have to be a drag. Ranch Mom offers some insight into how to make it a rather painless season for all — despite the continued ovenlike temperatures.

  • LWR Life
Jimmy Reed, William McLaughlin and Lynn Horne
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • June 29, 2022
Longboat chamber members spend a night at the aquarium

Members of the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce networked after hours June 28 at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ospreys are monogamous and mate for life, reusing their nests for generations. (Miri Hardy)
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • November 19, 2021
Bird of the week: Osprey

Health of the species is largely dependent on humans caring for the marine environment.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota graffiti artist leaves his calling card
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 30, 2022
Sarasota graffiti artist leaves his calling card

A graffiti artist who sprayed his craft along Legacy Trail leaves his social media handle, which leads to a positive ID. This and other Sarasota police reports in this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Mayor Kyle Battie and Dr. Josie Hamilton cut the ribbon at Burns Court Veterinary Care.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 22, 2023
New downtown vet clinic takes fear out of exams

Burns Court Veterinary Care, now open on Dolphin Street, follows Fear Free, a veterinary initiative to alleviate anxiety in pets during the clinic visit.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Floridays has modified its vision for a hotel on Longboat Key following meetings with nearby residents.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • April 6, 2016
Voters to decide fate of Floridays hotel

An August referendum could lay the groundwork for a 120-room hotel on the north end.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dr. John Ratey said studies show a direct correlation between fitness and improved academic performance, as well as conditions such as depression, anxiety and ADHD.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 29, 2020
Lakewood Ranch residents ready for work out for their brains

Brain Health Initiative offers brain health lecture series in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • August 7, 2019
Longboat Key Cops Corner: A rescue at sea

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 28, 2010
Save Our Seabirds director on standby for oil spill relief

Lee Fox will coordinate local wildlife rescue efforts if oil spreads toward Florida waters.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 2, 2014
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks member Steve Carruthers and club Exalted Ruler Darrin Simone drive north on Lena Road to where the future Elks lodge will be built. Right now, the roadway ends at a cul-de-sac.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 13, 2016
Lena Road shows gap in priorities

With new businesses going in along Lena Road, will it connect?

  • East County
  • News
The addition of a pre-registration process for the COVID-19 vaccine is available online and over the phone.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • January 6, 2021
Manatee County announces pre-registration process for vaccine distribution

Manatee County commissioners approve plan to allow pre-registration for vaccines for seniors.

  • East County
  • News
Photo by Nolan Peterson The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers plans to renourish 1.6 miles of Lido Beach.
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • March 20, 2014
The Army Corps sounds off on dredge backlash

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers representatives say their intentions have been unfairly represented in the debate swirling around a proposed project to mine Big Pass for Lido Beach sand.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • September 12, 2018
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Sept. 13

A look at our favorite events happening this week.

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