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Gov. Rick Scott on Jan. 19 issued an executive order suspending Ruben from public office, after the Manatee County Sheriff's Office conducted an initial investigation and forwarded its findings to the State Attorney's Office.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 2, 2012
Manatee County public servant arrested for child molestation

An East County man serving as a commissioner for the Southern Manatee Fire & Rescue District has been arrested on charges of molesting several children over the last seven years and suspended from public office.

  • East County
  • News
Aubrey Riggins celebrates with goalkeeper Alex Latham following the Lady Mustangs 4-1 regional quarterfinal victory over Cape Coral Ida Baker Jan. 23.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 23, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch vs. Cape Coral Ida Baker

The Lakewood Ranch High girls soccer team defeated Cape Coral Ida Baker 4-1 in a Class 4A-Region 3 quarterfinal match tonight. Forward Angelica Rego scored a pair of goals to lead the way for the Lady Mustangs. Midfielder Talia Falco and forward Tyler Gordon each added a goal. Tatum Young had two assists and Delaney Riggins and Chelsea Martin each had an assist. Goalkeeper Alex Latham had four saves. Lakewood Ranch will advance to the regional semifinals Jan. 26 to face the winner of the other quarterfinal match between Venice and Barron Collier.

  • East County
  • Sports
New construction, without the need to renovate, is one of the more popular segments of the real estate market, experts say.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • January 8, 2020
Longboat Realtors expect strong market in 2020

New construction, election season among the big topics heading into the new year

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Manatee County Project Manager Eric Shroyer and Deputy Director of the Engineering Services Division Sia Mollanazar Manatee County acquired the 40 parcels needed to build 44th Avenue East across Braden River. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 19, 2020
44th Avenue project moves forward in Manatee County

Construction set to begin on the most expensive 44th Avenue segment, which crosses the Braden River, in Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota firefighters competed against the Sarasota Police Department in a sandwich-making competition outside the Wawa station on North Washington Boulevard Thursday, June 9. The new location is Sarasota's first.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 27, 2016
Wawa among proposed Fruitville projects

The Fruitville Road corridor near downtown Sarasota is attracting new commercial development.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The interior of the former Bullet Hole has been torn up, but the future of the Paddy Wagon Irish Pub — one of three proposed nightlife tenants in the 1500 block of Main Street — is unknown at the moment. Photo by David Conway
  • By David Conway |
  • May 21, 2015
City halts plans for Main Street bar

Concerns about crime, noise and the proliferation of bars led the Planning Board to reject plans for Paddy Wagon Irish Pub.

  • Sarasota
  • News
On June 1 you can swing by Nathan Benderson Park for the Sunshine State Games in paddling. June 5-9 stop by for the U.S. Rowing Youth National Championships.
  • By Jess McIntyre |
  • May 23, 2019
Parent Mental Health: The Summer Edition

The best family-friendly events Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota have to offer this summer

  • LWR Life
Roger Widrick, supervisor of airfield operations at SRQ, fires a pyrotechnic device used to scare birds away from runways and taxiways.
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • August 29, 2013
It's a bird, it's a plane ...

Efforts to limit the chance of collisions between birds and aircraft at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport are working, according to FAA data.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • September 21, 2016
Theater review: 'Last Rights'

'Last Rights' puts last things first at Florida Studio Theatre

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • June 5, 2019
Florida Studio Theatre announces several new play commissions for Suffragist Project

The announcement took place during the FST President’s Dinner on May 5 in the Goldstein Cabaret.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • November 18, 2016
All Faiths hosts drive-thru turkey giveaway

All Faiths Food Bank takes over Robarts Arena parking lot to host annual turkey giveaway.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Doug Baird installs one of the 50 billboard-size images in the Embracing Our Differences exhibit in Bayfront Park.  (Photos: Klint Lowry)
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • January 29, 2020
Embracing Our Differences focuses on the big picture

Organization know for its outdoor exhibit prioritizes education

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 24, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Feb. 25

Our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 30, 2011
News Briefs

North-end emergency beach project delayed again; Kelley shares budget outlook with commission; Bayfront Park project amendments create hurdles; New Longboat Key trolley schedule announced

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Memorial CEO David Verinder addresses the crowd gathered for a "breaking ground" ceremony.
  • By Jack Short |
  • February 11, 2016
Sarasota Memorial begins construction of innovative rehab facility

The facility will offer 44 inpatient rooms, as well as simulated environments in which patients can train for independent living.

  • Sarasota
  • News
"The Cake" will introduce audiences to Della, a baker who is stuck in a moral quandary. Courtesy photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 3, 2019
Asolo Repertory Theatre stages play 'The Cake' by producer of 'This is Us'

Asolo Repertory Theatre's 'The Cake' uses a story about food to find humanity in diversity.

  • Arts + Culture
City staff has already installed plexiglass dividers at the commission table in advance of a return to in-person meetings.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 15, 2020
City Commission prepares for in-person meetings

Elected officials are working with staff on health and safety protocols ahead of a return to City Hall next month.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mark Ormond, exhibit curator at Ringling College of Art and Design, believes Warren Reinecker’s designs were influenced by NASA vehicles. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 18, 2017
Ringling College exhibit proves car design can be both functional and artistic

The latest exhibit at Ringling College of Art and Design's Lois & David Stulberg Gallery gives viewers a unique peek into the world — and art — of vehicle design.

  • Arts + Culture
Vinny Lecavalier, Paul Ysebaert, Steve Griggs, Jay Feaster, Rex Jensen, Brian Bradley, ThunderBug and the Lightning ice girls announce an outdoor street hockey rink at Premier Sports Campus.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 25, 2017
Tampa Bay Lightning to build street hockey rink at Premier Sports Campus

The club has also extended its relationship with Schroeder-Manatee Ranch for three years.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Robin Roy |
  • July 29, 2010
City to revisit take-home policy

Since 2001, police officers have been able to take their patrol cars home with them if they adhere to strict rules, but commissioners want to explore whether the policy's costs outweigh its benefits.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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