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The trees will remain illuminated until Christmas.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 1, 2019
With one button, Longboat illuminates Town Center's future

Tree-lighting kicks off chamber events as leaders continue to discuss what's next.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Alexander enjoys helping make buckeyes, peanut butter balls dipped in chocolate, though he oddly enough doesn’t eat them when they’re done.
  • By Columnist . |
  • May 21, 2020
The Jolly Rancher: Happy Making Pies

Ranch Dad gives us insight into his passion for making pies with his son and his dream of owning a pie shop in retirement.

  • LWR Life
The FHSAA Board of Directors has decided to keep Aug. 24 as the starting date for fall sports.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 14, 2020
FHSAA votes to keep Aug. 24 as fall sports starting date

The date had previously been pushed back from July 27.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • October 17, 2018
Cops Corner: It's dark, time for headlights

Police reports from around the Key

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 15, 2018
Lakewood Ranch football shut out in Homecoming game

The Mustangs fell 65-0 to defending state champion Venice High

  • East County
  • Sports
Tuva Novotny and Natalie Portman find a body going through some changes in "Annihilation." Photo source: EPIX.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 23, 2018
Binge Blog: Shimmer in the light

"Annihilation," starrting Natalie Portman, Oscar Isaac, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Gina Rodriguez and Tessa Thompson, and "The Big Sick," starring Kumail Nanjiani, Zoe Kazan, Ray Romano and Holly Hunter, are this week's picks.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Cars wait in line at a checkpoint to re-enter Longboat Key.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 11, 2017
Update: Longboat Key reopens to residents

There will continue to be access issues for residents as they return to the town post-Hurricane Irma.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • July 31, 2014
Artisan Cheese Company: Fine cheese with a side of knowledge

Artisan Cheese Company: Fine cheese with a side of knowledge

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • In Memoriam |
  • June 23, 2020
Edward N. Schaye

Edward N. Schaye of Longboat Key, FL, husband of Harriet B. Schaye of blessed memory, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2020 just shy of his 91st birthday.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
The first beer of the night was JDub's Xolo, a Vienna amber lager, paired with the Basque etorki  cheese. Photo by Niki Kottmann.
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • August 10, 2016
The Perfect Pair: JDub's casual twist on a culinary classic

JDub’s monthly event redefines the cheese tasting experience.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Attorney David Muller said the changes could help associations.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 29, 2010
TOP STORY, JULY: HOA Legislation

The laws will make it easier for condo and homeowner associations to collect dues.

  • East County
  • News
The Fort Hamer Bridge last was scheduled to open Sept. 23, but was delayed because of Hurricane Irma. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 3, 2017
Fort Hamer Bridge opening set

The tentative opening date is now Oct. 18.

  • East County
  • News
The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce is optimistic that residents will chip in to help keep the fireworks going.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 21, 2016
Chamber pushes to preserve Siesta fireworks

After eliminating a major revenue source supporting the Fourth of July fireworks, the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce is asking for help to keep the event alive.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 11, 2019
East County weather page photo: April 11

Bill Turnbull captured this photo of a great blue heron surveying rooftops in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 20, 2021
ODA baseball captures Class 2A state championship

The Thunder used big hits and steady pitching to beat St. Johns Country Day 5-3 in Fort Myers.

  • East County
  • Sports
Tricia Ledezma, Steve Weinshel and Ruthy  Hyatt were the top three winners of the cook-off.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • February 24, 2016
East County cook batters the competition

Chabad of Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch hosts its second Kosher Cook-Off.

  • East County
  • News
Once staff completes its review of Benderson's application, the county will hold multiple public hearings on the Siesta Promenade proposal.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • July 5, 2017
Benderson adjusts Siesta Promenade plans

Benderson is moving forward with its plans for a mixed-use project near the south Siesta Key bridge, but residents remain opposed to the proposal.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Meters are now installed on Main Street, Adams Lane, East Street, and east of U.S. 41 on Ringling Boulevard.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 3, 2011
Sarasota parking meters are back

City of Sarasota civilian volunteers are lining the streets this morning, helping motorists figure out how to pay for their parking spaces. This morning, a volunteer helped a man pay for his space on Main Street, just south of U.S. 301.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The city hopes to replicate the success of the Siesta Key Breeze and mitigate traffic congestion by launching a trolley travelling from downtown to Lido Key. The service is expected to cost $1.5 million annually. File photo
  • By David Conway |
  • September 16, 2021
City leaders, downtown property owners at odds over trolley funding

The City Commission is set to overrule the Downtown Improvement District’s proposed budget for the first time ever, a source of alarm among the self-taxing group.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The East Manatee Fire Rescue District now has two ladder trucks in its fleet.  File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 31, 2019
Lakewood Ranch area homeowners may see change in insurance rates

Improved East Manatee Fire Rescue District rating results in potential savings to homeowners in Lakewood Ranch area.

  • East County
  • News
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