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Tayla Rosenthal sits with Israel Defense Forces soldier, Barak.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • October 26, 2018
Lakewood Ranch student has historic passion

Lakewood Ranch High junior works to share new knowledge after her study abroad.

  • East County
  • News
The city has designated spaces in the parking garage, a surface lot and alleys for St. Armands Circle employees to park with a permit. Circle businesses are concerned about a potential shortage of permits.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 28, 2019
City addresses St. Armands parking questions

Businesses are raising concerns about employee parking permits, but city officials believe the new paid parking system is working well.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Built in 1996, unit Unit PH-A-01 at 1800 Benjamin Franklin Drive has three bedrooms, three baths and 2,070 square feet of living area. (File photo)
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • November 16, 2022
Lido Key penthouse tops sales at $3.4 million

A Lido Key penthouse in L'Elegance tops the week's sales at $3.4 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Sandy Gilbert |
  • September 16, 2009
My View

Town pension funds need further study

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • December 26, 2018
Black Tie & Tales: 2018 Recap

Let’s take a look back on all that happened during the past year on the social scene.

  • Black Tie
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 13, 2013
Welcome Back: Since you left ...

We've compiled all the big news you missed while you were at your summer homes, traveling the globe or enjoying lazy summer days at the beach.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Architect Paul Rudolph created the Umbrella House in 1953, though its titular feature — the “umbrella” shade over the house — was missing for 50 years after 1966 Hurricane Alma until being reconstructed in 2015.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 1, 2019
Sarasota Architectural Foundation celebrates '60s-style local architecture

The sixth annual SarasotaMOD Weekend celebrates the second wave of ‘Sarasota School’ architecture in the 1960s.

  • Arts + Culture
Kailey Christian and Logan Newton after the Mustangs'      10-4 win over Braden River.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 22, 2017
Two pitchers make Lakewood Ranch softball armed and dangerous

The pair has only given up five combined runs this season.

  • East County
  • Sports
The 13.9-acre site has been vacant for years after a $1 billion mixed-use project fell through following the recession.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 10, 2014
Quay sale marks key moment for bayfront

A Jacksonville group has purchased the former Quay site for $27 million. The sale may allow for a cohesive development of the city's bayfront.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Popi Ameres adds cinnamon to her mixture of noodles and meat sauce before adding other ingredients.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 3, 2021
Taste of Greece to go in east Bradenton

St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church offers traditional Greek foods at Greek Fest To Go March 5-7.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Lakewood Ranch Medical Center Contributing Authors |
  • September 13, 2018
When It Comes to Heart Health, Knowledge Can Save a Life

When It Comes to Heart Health, Knowledge Can Save a Life

  • Health
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The city will consider replacing some grass in shaded areas of the park with other plants, such as ferns.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 21, 2015
DID mulls future of Five Points Park landscaping

As the city prepares to replace worn-down turf at Selby Five Points Park, officials could cut down on the grass footprint to allow for healthier overall growth.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Manatee County Commissioner James Satcher said he submitted a $25 payment Friday to cover the $10 state certification fee he was required to pay during his candidacy and a $15 return fee.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • February 5, 2021
Manatee County commissioner says missed certification fee a mistake

Commissioner: Payment for missing certification fee bounced while switching bank accounts

  • East County
  • News
Sales Manager Jim Greenley holds a bottle of La Gerla Brunello in front of ABC Fine Wine & Spirits' Wines of Distinction case.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 19, 2021
ABC Fine Wine & Spirits opens Lakewood Ranch store

ABC liquors opens

  • East County
  • Business
The closures will impact Gulfstream and Cocoanut avenues.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 9, 2017
City prepares to replace downtown sewer main

A wastewater project will lead to street closures this summer in downtown Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Chef Judi Gallagher |
  • November 13, 2012
TWIS = This Week Is Savory

TWIS = This Week Is Savory

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Jaylin Austin
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 18, 2015
East County Football Friday: Week 4

Braden River won its 14th straight regular season game Sept. 18.

  • East County
  • Sports
Administrators surprise Kari Johnson, a kindergarten teacher at Fruitville Elementary School. Photo courtesy
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • December 15, 2020
Finalists named for Sarasota Teacher of the Year

The finalists teach at Fruitville Elementary, Sarasota Military Academy Prep, Alta Vista Elementary and Booker High School.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Town Hall will host three separate Longboat Key Town Commission meetings today.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 24, 2012
Commission reviews Colony this morning

Longboat Key commissioners have three meetings today to discuss the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort, a future sand project and the budget.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • A time to celebrate |
  • November 25, 2015
Just Married: Ashley and Patrick

Ashley and Patrick Thomas were married Saturday, Oct. 24, under a custom-built canopy near the water on the lawn of New College of Florida in Sarasota, Fla.

  • Sarasota
  • Celebrations
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