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Elizabeth Burke, the robotic coordinator for Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, shows off the hospital's new Da Vinci surgical robot at the expo.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 25, 2019
Lakewood Ranch expo offers healthy variety of vendors

Hundreds pack Health and Wellness Expo at the Lakewood Ranch Medical Center to receive health checks and fitness advice.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Roy |
  • May 3, 2010
New police headquarters needs more money

More than $3 million is expected to be added to the construction cost for the police building, but the entire project will still be under budget.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Braden River High volleyball team celebrates a point during its 3-2 victory over rival Lakewood Ranch Sept. 10.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 10, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Braden River Volleyball vs. Lakewood Ranch

The Braden River High volleyball team defeated rival Lakewood Ranch 25-17, 25-15, 20-25, 14-25, 15-11 in district action Sept. 10.

  • East County
  • Sports
About 20 parents attended Tuesday night's meeting at the school district's administrative building.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 9, 2018
Manatee School Board postpones redistricting vote

No date has yet been set but officials hope to solicit more public input.

  • East County
  • News
David Conway. High-density apartments could come to this Rosemary District parcel.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 26, 2013
Rosemary explores higher density

The proposed Rosemary Residential Overlay District would allow for higher-density housing developments in the area, which the city believes will spur much-anticipated growth.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 28, 2013
Practice Pays Off

Riverview High senior Sean Labsan has a 6-1 record on the mound this season. He has helped lead the Rams to a 14-1 record so far this season.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Esha Shah shows off her outfit at the Manasota India Festival Saturday.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • September 8, 2014
VIDEO: Manasota India Festival showcases food, dance

The Manasota India Festival, which was held Saturday at the Bradenton Area Convention Center, celebrated the many festivals and culture of the Asian country.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 10, 2013
Gumbo competition heats up at Linger Lodge

The Linger Lodge Restaurant is looking for chefs eager to step up to the pot to challenge its famous gumbo recipe, during a music festival and gumbo cook-off event.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
UnidosNow Executive Officer Luz Corcuera,  Fior Zamora and Andres Monr Photo by Tom J. Thomas
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 31, 2018
All Angels show heart

Church members met grant recipients on Jan. 14.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • March 21, 2018
Students show off their skills at HospitaBull

University of South Florida hosted HospitaBull March 21 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
Closure of a turn lane on eastbound Gulfstream Boulevard had a detrimental effect on traffic during the winter.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • July 20, 2020
Town leaders drive home point about Sarasota traffic plan

Sarasota city commissioners will have to consider another version of the Sarasota In Motion Transportation Master Plan.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 16, 2013
News Briefs

PIC to address age-old questions; Town participates in waste collection; Community roundtable scheduled

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • December 4, 2019
Where $91 billion of Florida tax money goes

Social services, education and transportation devour nearly 90% of Florida’s tax collections.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
File photo by Rick Greenspun
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 12, 2012
Sarasota Audubon Society makes careful effort to protect plovers

The Sarasota Audubon Society continues efforts to protect endangered snowy plovers.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • December 28, 2016
This week in Sarasota: Thursday, Dec. 29

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • July 20, 2020
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall looks to adapt to pandemic

The arts organization is looking into ways to keep functioning as the pandemic progresses.

  • Arts + Culture
This bench along the sidewalk near Honore Avenue overlooks the wetlands and future Whole Foods development.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • March 31, 2016
Whole Foods wetland trial set for August

Manasota 88's lawsuit against Sarasota County over wetland impacts was expedited.

  • East County
  • News
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 7, 2012
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Kirby Bywaters, Liza Kane-Hartnett, Stanley Kane, Betsy Kane-Hartnett, Meghan Kane-Hartnett and John Kane-Hartnett all celebrated at Betsy's home. Photo Courtesy of Cliff Roles.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • June 23, 2020
A life well lived: Stanley Kane turns 100

The arts benefactor recently celebrated his 100th birthday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
"I'm in no hurry to retire," says Asolo Rep production manager Victor Meyrich, who this year celebrated his 43rd season with the company. "I have a great stake in this whole operation."
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • May 30, 2012
BACKSTAGE PASS: A Major Production

Asolo Rep production manager Victor Meyrich is sitting pretty these days, thanks to statewide recognition for his work and a new million-dollar production center.

  • Arts + Culture
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