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The Coon Key Bridge repairs will continue through this summer, though officials are hopeful the project may wrap up early.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 7, 2016
City reacts to Coon Key Bridge traffic concerns

With residents expressing consternation over traffic delays associated with ongoing repairs to the Coon Key Bridge, city and state officials are explaining the timing of the project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Commissioner Vanessa Baugh says change can be difficult even if it takes Manatee County in a positive direction.
  • By Vanessa Baugh, Manatee County Commissioner | Guest |
  • May 25, 2022
Commissioner Vanessa Baugh hopes Manatee County residents embrace change

District 5 commissioner says facts show Manatee County is moving in the right direction.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • In Memoriam |
  • August 29, 2022
Patricia Kirkpatrick Walsh Hunziker

Patricia Kirkpatrick Walsh Hunziker died on July 3, 2022 in St. Petersburg, Florida where she had lived for a number of years.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Terry Gans, 71, has served on the town commission for six years.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • March 21, 2018
Longboat Mayor bids town commission farewell

Terry Gans, who has volunteered for the town commission since 2012, will leave the commission after serving for one year as Mayor.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ivy League: Grain Jr. has aspirations of playing college football and is looking into several Ivy League schools, including Dartmouth College, Amherst College and Carnegie Mellon University.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 28, 2013
Football Preview: ODA Thunder

David Grain Jr. won the Most Improved Player Award two years ago. Now, The Out-of-Door Academy senior wide receiver is hoping to lead the ODA Thunder back to the postseason.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Bridge construction manager Patrick Malone, general superintendant Todd Schille, Longboat Key Vice Mayor Ron Johnson and Sarasota Mayor Mary Anne Servian celebrated the dedication of the John Ringling Causeway Bridge Aug. 30, 2003.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 24, 2013
On the scene for 35 years

Thirty-five years ago, Ralph Hunter started the Longboat Observer because he was bored.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • September 6, 2018
Bayfront group prepares for master plan presentation

On Thursday, The Bay Sarasota will go before the City Commission in hopes officials will adopt a master plan for redeveloping more than 50 acres of waterfront land.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 26, 2023
Top residential real estate sales for April 10-14 in Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key, Bird Key

A Positano condominium on Longboat Key tops the week's sales at $4.9 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 13, 2013
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Wonder
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 30, 2013
News Briefs

Bradenton woman vies for commission seat; East County Walgreens hosts drug drop-off; Manatee County to hide time capsule; Sandies Awards Brings New Feel this Year; Adoption of rescued dogs begins

  • East County
  • News
The city’s pursuit of Big Pass sand continues to raise the question: Why create endless strife and risk unknown effects when other options exist?
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • May 17, 2018
Look elsewhere for Lido Key sand

Sarastoa's pursuit of Big Pass sand continues to raise the question: Why create endless strife and risk unknown effects when other options exist?

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • April 11, 2018
This Week: Thursday, April 12

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 30, 2020
Longboat Key weather page photo: January 30

Vince Cavell captured the sun just setting on the horizon at Whitney Beach on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 30, 2020
East County weather page photo: January 30

Gordon Silver captured this bumblebee collecting nectar in Del Webb in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
University Park's Todd Kleperis shows two edible cannabis products during his presentation at an event held in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • June 7, 2017
Will new industry be a hit?

Investors sought for the fast-growing cannabis industry.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Candice McElyea |
  • February 1, 2012
The Tiger R'orr'd

The Tiger R'orr'd

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Tatum Browne says that her favorite element is floor exercise because of the tumbling she gets to do.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • September 5, 2018
Vault to notoriety in Lakewood Ranch

Greenbrook 6-year-old earns honor recognizing her gymnastic potential. AND Fifty girls nationally earn the TOPs Diamond Team designation in the 7-year-old class.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • February 10, 2011
Roundabout study focuses on first phase

Within the next few weeks, the city will begin studying the effects of the first phase of its bayfront-connectivity plan.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Marcelo Lehninger is the first guest conductor of the season. Photo courtesy Sarasota Orchestra.
  • By Edward Alley |
  • September 30, 2019
Orchestra excels in opening concert

Lehninger makes impressive debut with 'Beethoven's Fifth' at the Sarasota Orchestra.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Keira Knightly and Mark Ruffalo in "Begin Again." Photo source: Vudu.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 21, 2020
Hinge Blog: She's English, she's a little uptight

"Begin Again" and "Parks and Recreation" are this week's picks.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
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