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County officials said they're aware of concerns about the time limit at the library, but they did not provide information regarding the process for potentially considering changes.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 14, 2019
Selby Library visitors raise parking concerns

Users of the downtown library have issues with the facility’s parking policies. Are county officials willing to consider changes?

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sheryl Vieira submitted this sunset photo, taken on Anna Maria Island.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 20, 2014
Weather: Longboat Key

Sheryl Vieira submitted this sunset photo, taken on Anna Maria Island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
County commissioners have expressed a desire to move quickly toward an agreement with Mote to accommodate the aquarium project.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 24, 2018
County approves terms of Mote land deal

Sarasota County staff and Mote Marine officials have agreed on the details of future lease agreement for a Nathan Benderson Park aquarium.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Chabad is responsible for bringing many Jewish celebrations to the East County. One of the most popular is its annual Chanukah celebration on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.
  • By Michael Eng |
  • January 26, 2011
Chabad purchases permanent facility

After six years of meeting in temporary locations such as a private home or a former bank, Chabad of Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch finally is moving into its true home.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 7, 2020
Sarasota mayor responds to barrier-island traffic concerns

Turn lane could reopen weeks earlier, Ahearn-Koch writes in an email that also suggests a re-examination of roundabout plan at U.S. 41 and Gulfstream Avenue.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Taylor Lawson, April Costello and Chris Lawson say Colton Lawson, front, is a typical active boy, who loves to run and play, adores superheroes and is obsessed with trucks and tractors.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 7, 2019
Myakka boy still ready to race after traumatic limb loss

Myakka boy still ready to race after traumatic limb loss.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • May 28, 2015
Fashion Insider: Beach Day Essentials

Black Tie compiled a collection of must-have items for your days spent out by the beautiful Gulf waters.

  • Black Tie
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 5, 2016
Critic's Theater Picks

There's no shortage of great theater in the upcoming season. We've picked a few of our favorites.

  • Arts + Culture
Thais Fernandes applies fake blood to her fake cut.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • October 28, 2015
How to have a horrific Halloween

Lakewood Ranch High School’s Mustang Players get dead-on tips for scary makeup.

  • East County
  • Schools
SONY DSC
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • August 22, 2014
Blu Mangrove Grill: A destination dining spot on the water

Blu Mangrove Grill: A destination dining spot on the water

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Beach Road property owners say they'     ve worked to preserve public access, but Mike Cosentino says their motives lie elsewhere.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 18, 2017
Street Fighters: Siesta residents spar over Beach Road closure

One man is responsible for igniting perhaps the most contentious issue on Siesta Key. But why, exactly, is Mike Cosentino so fired up about a 230-foot segment of Beach Road?

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Tallahassee is abuzz when the Legislature is in session.
  • By Emily Walsh |
  • March 14, 2019
A Capitol show of force

Voters be reassured: A day in Tallahassee demonstrates how smart and competent our area's legislators really are.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • March 5, 2020
Planned Parenthood touts "Unstoppable" coalition at dinner

Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida's Sarasota Dinner and Silent Auction: Together We Are Unstoppable was held March 5 at the Circus Arts Conservatory

  • Black Tie
The size of a proposed 500-space, five-story parking garage with a rooftop restaurant has been central to the controversy over Selby Gardens' master plan.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 8, 2019
State scrutinizes Selby Gardens plans

FDOT officials questioned the scope and impact of a redevelopment project, but gardens officials stand behind the proposal.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Seth McGarry signs a jersey for the Miracle League of Manasota.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 2, 2017
Lakewood Ranch graduate’s life in minor leagues takes unexpected turn

He was traded from the Pittsburgh Pirates organization to the Philadelphia Phillies organization on July 31.

  • East County
  • Sports
Samuel Lynch. Photo by Berkley Mason.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 13, 2017
Braden River Elementary goes 'NUTs' for PJ's

The Kiwanis Club gave students a memorable day in comfortable digs.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Keely Carney |
  • January 18, 2012
Sarasota Neighborhoods on Walk Score

Sarasota Neighborhoods on Walk Score

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Jim Baar sets up the knock-down targets of the game Hillbilly Quick Draw.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 9, 2019
It's game time at Hunsader Farms in East County

Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival games fun for all while raising money for nonprofits and organizations.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 13, 2019
Physics Club gathers for annual Christmas party

The Longboat Key Physics Club enjoyed dinner and good conversation.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 21, 2012
Margot the Catty Kitty Makes Her TWISted Debut

Margot the Catty Kitty Makes Her TWISted Debut

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
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