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East County residents Linda Dabbiero and Dan Rocco will compete in the 2016 Race Across America beginning June 18.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 2, 2016
A considerable drive to help

East County residents will cycle 3,000 miles to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • June 29, 2022
Former city commissioner plays taps at area events to honor veterans

From wreath laying to taps ceremonies, our traditions ensure we never forget to thank those who sacrificed for our country.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Gabby Herrmann, who ran Royal Lipizzan Stallions in Myakka City, died at age 66.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 24, 2021
Myakka City grieves loss of ultimate showwoman Gabby Herrmann

Royal Lippizzan Stallions will persevere as Gabby Herrmann's daughter, granddaughter carry on in Myakka City.

  • East County
  • News
The 48,000 square foot library will feature the college's complete book and media collection along with an interactive study area, a cafe, and classrooms.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • September 1, 2015
Ringling College surpasses $16 million fundraising goal for new library a year early.

The Ringling College of Art and Design raised $16.9 million in two years toward the new 48,000 square foot art and multimedia library.

  • Arts + Culture
Veteran advocate Patti Katter and veterans Vladik Zalevskiy and Aaron Barnes hope Zalevskiy can take veterans deep sea fishing. They say it helps with healing from returning from combat and other issues veterans face.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 25, 2019
Lakewood Ranch woman seeks calm waters for military veterans

Lakewood Ranch woman seeks calm waters for military veterans in Sarasota, Manatee counties

  • East County
  • News
  • By Lisa Nisenson |
  • September 11, 2012
Where the Sun Don’t Shine – Clearing the Haze on Open Government

Where the Sun Don’t Shine – Clearing the Haze on Open Government

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Tina Goodman is headed to the World Triathlon Championships.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 25, 2019
Sarasota athlete headed to 2019 World Triathlon Championships

She has been competing in triathlons for 20 years.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • March 21, 2019
Ringling Legacy Society celebrates members

This year's Legacy Society Luncheon saw more than 200 guests.

  • Black Tie
Art Uptown Gallery artist Elisabeth Trostli displays digital paintings of powerful women of varying races and ethnicities in 2018.
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • April 4, 2018
Art Uptown Gallery exhibit shows work with the power to empower women

In "Femmes Fatales," digital artist Elisabeth Trostli aims to show how female artistic subjects can be sensual and strong at the same time.

  • Arts + Culture
Nicole Britton, the director of Development, Callie Cowan, the director of programs, and Lindsey May, the store manager for The Twig in East County, are excited for the nonprofit to open its second location.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 2, 2021
New Twig branch in east Bradenton

The Twig serves foster children and their families in Manatee County by allowing them to "shop" for clothing.

  • East County
  • News
The resolution of the Colony dispute will be good for the town, but does the town have a role to in its resolution?
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • December 7, 2011
Commission talks role in Colony dispute

Former Mayor George Spoll generated discussion among commissioners after he spoke about the ticking clock for the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort redevelopment.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sea turtle nests are frequently taped off with bright signs. Photo courtesy of Sarasota County
  • By Samantha Chaney |
  • May 10, 2019
County encourages beach visitors to “keep light out of sight” of sea turtle nests

With over 200 nests per mile, Sarasota County hosts the largest nesting sea turtle population on Florida’s gulf coast.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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
Grand Living at Lakewood Ranch will open in the summer of 2019.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 2, 2018
Upscale assisted living facility comes to Lakewood Ranch

Grand Living plans to open in summer of 2019.

  • East County
  • News
The project at 1329 Fourth St. will include tree-lined sidewalks that are at least eight feet in width.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 8, 2016
Rosemary developer defends tree removal

Community members are fighting to preserve two big trees on Fourth Street, but the developer is confident its plans will satisfy the community.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 26, 2015
This week in history

A glimpse of the way things were from the Pelican Press archives.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • February 11, 2013
Animal Rescue Coalition Grassroots

A local animal rescue service is now accepting donations through social media service, Groupon.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
City officials say bicycle storage infrastructure around St. Armands Circle is lacking, but they have identified a series of locations where they want to install new racks.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 19, 2020
Sarasota plots bike upgrades on islands

New bicycle racks on St. Armands Circle could be the latest in a series of changes designed to promote cycling on Sarasota’s barrier islands.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Terry Nelson, Savannah Sinclair, Nethaneel Williams and Brad Wages. Photo by Marty Fugate
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • July 18, 2016
Learning to Fly: "Peter Pan" takes flight at Venice Theatre

Venice Theatre gets this classic off the ground. No pixie dust required.

  • Arts + Culture
This home at 8499 Lindrick Lane in the Concession is the Lakewood Ranch area's top sale of 2022 at $7.98 million.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • December 27, 2022
Top residential real estate sales in 2022 in Lakewood Ranch

A Concession mansion on Lindrick Lane tops sales this year at $7.98 million

  • East County
  • Real Estate
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