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"Hopefully it will help the younger members of our country understand the issues and how to take better care of (the elderly)," KJ Sanchez says. Courtesy photo.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • October 9, 2013
FST's newest project explores what 'Older than Dirt' means

In Florida Studio Theatre's new community project, "Older than Dirt," starting Oct. 14, it will use the interviews to explore what aging is all about.

  • Arts + Culture
Faust DeLazzer, a science teacher at Lakewood Ranch High School, asks his students if they're prepared for their exam.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 2, 2021
The final bell for Lakewood Ranch High couple

Two Lakewood Ranch High teachers retire from education after 46 years.

  • East County
  • Schools
Don’t miss the underwater pumpkin carving in the spooktacular shark tank.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 18, 2013
WEEKEND BEST BET: Mote's Night of Fish, Fun & Fright

The sea gets spookier tonight at Mote's Night of Fish, Fun & Fright.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Austin Katz and his Sarasota YMCA Sharks teammates have been ranked No. 11 in USA Swimming's Club Excellence Program.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 7, 2016
Sarasota Sidelines: 01.07.16

Sarasota Sidelines: 01.07.16

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The playground, installed in December, was created for children ages two to 12.
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • December 18, 2014
Joan M. Durante Park installs new playground

The playground is made from post-consumer recycled materials.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Coastal Orthopedic's Dr. R. Stephen Otte said it is a huge honor to be the on-site physician at the World Golf Championships at The Concession.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 24, 2021
Unique house call for Lakewood Ranch/Bradenton orthopedist at PGA Tour event

Dr. Stephen Otte will serve as the on-call doctor at the World Golf Championships at The Concession in the Lakewood-Ranch/Bradenton area.

  • East County
  • News
Alana Kutt has advanced to the regional finals of the Drive, Chip and Putt competition.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 18, 2019
Prose and Kohn: Local golfer's drive sends her to major event

Alana Kutt is headed to TPC Sawgrass on Sept. 28 for the Drive, Chip and Putt regionals.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Shane Donglasan |
  • July 1, 2018
Young designers make it work at Fashion Bootcamp

Art Center Sarasota's Fashion Bootcamp designers show off their vision and creativity during runway show.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 4, 2020
Final performance for Braden River High band

Members of Braden River's Marching Band of Pirates reflect on unusual season.

  • East County
  • News
John Salaway is drawing on his love of The Beatles for his new psychedelic-inspired Americana album being released next year. Courtesy Photo Ben Neely.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 30, 2020
Nashville musician John Salaway returns to Sarasota for Americana Show

John Salaway will perform Americana hits at the Blue Rooster Dec. 10.

  • Arts + Culture
With Phase 2 in the permitting stages, by year's end the land between the Public Tennis Center and the Shoppes of Bay Isles is expected to include walkways, bathrooms, lighting and accommodations for outdoor events.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • February 19, 2021
Center could operate at 'minimal cost' to town

It's unclear what specifically a Town Center entails and how it will be financed.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • January 8, 2010
Beauty of Aging Gala: 'Would You Date Your Mate'

Pines of Sarasota

  • Black Tie
Ron Lambert, the director of bands, expresses his gratitude to students and families during a band picnic to honor seniors in the band programs. File photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 6, 2021
Lakewood Ranch High bands director Ron Lambert will retire in August.

Lakewood Ranch High's longtime director of bands will retire

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Su Byron |
  • February 18, 2021
Art and About: Sounds of the Season

Slowly but surely, the vaccine is being distributed. In the meantime, area arts and cultural organizations are finding ways to keep audiences virtually engaged. Here’s a quick peek at four inspired music programs.

  • LWR Life
A letter writer says vaccines don't meet proper standards.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 14, 2021
Lakewood Ranch-area man says vaccines don't meet the standard

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR — Will Manatee County Commission turmoil lead to needed change?

  • East County
  • Opinion
People watch as Suzy Brenner explains how partnership came to be.
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • February 21, 2019
Medical partnership fills void in Longboat Key

Vaiety of services in one stop

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Former Sarasota County Commissioner Charles Hines, pictured with Sarasota County School Board member Jane Goodwin, wanted to stay involved in local government after he reached his term limit in November.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • February 17, 2021
Manatee County's acting administrator choice looms

Charles Hines is Manatee County's top candidate for acting administrator role

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kathleen M. Boyle, DO, Family Medicine Physician |
  • August 9, 2018
Don't Forget to See Your Primary Healthcare Provider for Your Annual Wellness Visit: This Visit Is Free When You Have Medicare Part

Don't Forget to See Your Primary Healthcare Provider for Your Annual Wellness Visit: This Visit Is Free When You Have Medicare Part

  • Health
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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 23, 2019
Batter up in Lakewood Ranch

Little League, Miss Manatee Softball host their opening days.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 1, 2014
Our View

Where pot vote will take us

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
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