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Lakewood Ranch's Brittany McManus uses Airbnb to book accommodations wherever she travels, whether abroad or in the United States.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 6, 2019
County shoots air ball at tax collection

Manatee County commissioners hope to find way to collect taxes on Airbnb stays.

  • East County
  • News
About 70 people showed up at the neighborhood meeting held at the Covenant Life Presbyterian Church Tuesday night.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • December 2, 2014
Palmer Ranch plans anger residents

Wellington Chase residents voiced their displeasure for a proposed development in Palmer Ranch at a neighborhood meeting.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Residents will not see much construction activity until first quarter 2019 on the State Road 70/Interstate 75 interchange. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 5, 2018
State gets start on S.R. 70 roadway interchange project

Manatee County pursues roadway safety improvements

  • East County
  • News
University Park resident Pat Thompson makes sure to congratulate Recreation District Chairman Bob Wood after the meeting.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 8, 2019
University Park homeowners approve golf club purchase

Homeowner who opposes the process files lawsuit against the recreation district.

  • East County
  • News
Evan Spiller (21). File photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 29, 2017
East County High 5 Moments: 11.30.17

East County High 5 Moments: 11.30.17

  • East County
  • Sports
Join Emily Walsh as she reports today's headlines.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • June 27, 2012
June 27: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Internationals' Paul Wadsworth tries to prevent Wrigley Media's James Miller from getting off a shot at the Sarasota Polo Club Jan. 13.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 13, 2019
Polo in paradise in Lakewood Ranch

Fans pack the sidelines for polo action at the Sarasota Polo Club in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
John Luzzi. Photo courtesy Julie Santiago.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 6, 2019
Cardinal Mooney, Riverview make coaching hires

One hired a longtime assistant; one hired an out-of-state coach.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 3, 2013
Cops Corner 1.03.13

Dec. 15 POT UNLUCK 2 p.m. - 1800 block Hibiscus Street. Petit Theft. A resident heard a woman's voice outside of her house and saw an SUV in her driveway. The resident saw a woman jump into the SUV and speed off with a large planter from her yard. She knocked over Christmas decorations in the process.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Before the Burns Court Neighborhood Association was established, businesses in the area lacked theability to collaborate with one another, LeeAnne Swor said.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 3, 2015
Conversation with LeeAnne Swor

The Burns Court Neighborhood Association president talks about construction, historic preservation and marketing the neighborhood in a competitive region.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • May 18, 2018
Sarasota High School graduates class of 2018

Members of the class of 2018 received their diplomas May 18.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 24, 2018
Longboat Letters to the Editor

Letters from readers for the week of Sept. 27.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Pam McTeer |
  • May 27, 2009
Merchant repairs silenced bells at San Marco Plaza

After more than a year of silence, bells are chiming through San Marco Plaza each hour. The ringing started on Easter Sunday.

  • East County
  • News
Photo by Don Daly
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 18, 2016
Theater review: 'The Wiz'

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe offers some fresh steps on the well-traveled Yellow Brick Road.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Nancy Curtis snaps a photo of an owl while Jonathan Handee keeps an eye on the bird.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 8, 2019
Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce hosts appreciative event

The annual Chairman's Reception recognized everyone from past leaders to the newest members.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ellen Tomek and Meghan O'Leary will represent the U.S. in the Women's Double Sculls event. Photo courtesy USRowing.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 20, 2017
World Rowing Championships calendar

World Rowing Championships calendar

  • East County
  • Sports
Paul, Mark and Rob Caragiulo, owners of Owen's Fish Camp, look forward to the new opportunities a restaurant in Lakewood Ranch will bring for them and the community.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 19, 2020
Lakewood Ranch lands big Fish Camp

Lakewood Ranch's new Owen's Fish Camp to recapture atmosphere of Sarasota location

  • East County
  • News
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 18, 2012
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Sweet treats at KTTC.
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • October 21, 2015
Black Tie & Tales 10.22.15

Key to the Cure opens up the season; SPARCC sets the stage high with scavenger hunt; other fun facts and "overheard's" from the social scene this week.

  • Black Tie
Keri Porter rides the parade on golf cart with her Lee Elzey.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 10, 2017
Santa rides into Heritage Harbour

Bradenton community celebrates holiday season.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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