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Lakewood Ranch Community Development District 6 Vice Chairman Jim Hill uses a tablet during a meeting. Photo by Pam Eubanks
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 30, 2014
Town Hall improves document access

Town Hall invested $3,500 for 11 tablets, and already the savings are adding up.

  • East County
  • News
New Pass Bridge openings occur up to three times an hour during peak traffic hours. File photo
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 17, 2015
Gridlock

There's a good chance you're reading this while stuck in traffic. When it comes to congestion, there's no easy way out of this jam.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The city will not pick up trash, recycling and yard waste on Tuesday. File photo.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 5, 2021
City cancels Tuesday trash collection ahead of Tropical Storm Elsa

The city has not yet rescheduled trash pickup for those affected by the cancellation.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 19, 2014
Our view

Longboat has a stake in park

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Longboat Key Turtle Watch volunteer Cyndi Seamon hopes the town strengthens its turtle ordinance.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • April 15, 2016
Commission to vet sea turtle ordinance

Longboat Key town commissioners will consider stricter regulations to protect baby sea turtles during a workshop next week.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Joyce Tappan loves cheering on her thoroughbreds at stakes races.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • May 2, 2012
Neighbors: Joyce Tappan

Joyce Tappan doesn't just horse around - she has 48 winning pictures.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 31, 2017
Top Story - November: Lakewood Ranch lands hot air balloon festival

Catch up on the top news items of 2017 with the Observer's Digital Year in Review.

  • East County
  • News
Photo by Jessica Salmond
  • By David Conway |
  • May 21, 2015
Craft brewers tap into booming industry

With Sarasota’s first production breweries passing their one-year anniversaries — and a third preparing to open soon — the future is bright for the local craft beer scene.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Wide receiver Trevor Losada is one of the Mustangs top players to watch this season.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 26, 2015
Football Preview: Lakewood Ranch

After finishing 6-3 last season, Lakewood Ranch is looking to get back to the playoffs for the first time since 2011.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 16, 2019
Town shifts Village's drive for resident passes into park

Commissioners agree to look at possible changes in no-parking zones, valet rules and speed limits.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Photos by Cat Pennenga Photography
  • A time to celebrate |
  • November 17, 2016
Just Married: Nicole Mancini and Matt Lewis

The couple was married at the Powel Crosley Estate on Oct. 14.

  • Sarasota
  • Celebrations
Gia Ventola says her "My One and Only Diamond" pewter flip flops are the perfect way to dress down an ensemble for daytime events. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 4, 2017
New year, New Trends: 2017 brings fresh must-have fashion pieces

Here’s what you need to add to your wardrobe this year.

  • Black Tie
Steve Titunik stops in front of standing water at one of the parking lot’s driveways after a few days of rain.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • May 23, 2018
Turtle Beach parking lot slated for improvements

By the summer, problems with standing water and dust at the small lot should be resolved.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Mike Ward will serve as the new President and CEO of the Pines of Sarasota.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • November 9, 2017
Pines of Sarasota announces new leadership

The rehabilitation and senior care community has appointed Mike Ward as President and CEO.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Children's Guardian Fund President Hal Hedley presents plaques to Mark Richmond from Furniture Warehouse and Phillip Tavill, CEO of Children First. Courtesy photo
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 25, 2014
Bridging the gap

The Children's Guardian Fund wants to help teens get hired.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch High junior Pippa Campbell has started a benefit polo match to raise money to dig water wells in Africa.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 14, 2019
Special polo event in Sarasota will raise money to dig wells in Africa

Lakewood Ranch High junior organizes polo fundraiser in Sarasota with Epic Polo Club owner Jaymie Klauber.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • November 3, 2017
CPC gives patrons a taste of hope

The Child Protection Center hosted its with annual Pillar of Hope tasting and awareness event.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The EVEN Hotel concept is new to InterContinental Group's portfolio with only six locations in the country currently.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 24, 2018
An EVEN better option for overnight stays?

Wellness-focused hotel debuts in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Business
  • By Joe Hendricks |
  • October 11, 2012
Sunday, Sunday, Sunday ... it's the WSLR Beach Bash!

Sunday, Sunday, Sunday ... it's the WSLR Beach Bash!

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 12, 2018
All Angels bids farewell to snowbirds

About 70 congregants gathered for an end-of-season barbecue April 12.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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