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Megan Lowndes and Poe will be visiting the pet food stores for the next two weeks.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • August 3, 2018
Dog lovers unite for drive in Lakewood Ranch

Dog-friendly businesses join forces to help the Little Feet, Big Heart Rescue.

  • East County
  • News
Chuck Whittall, president of Unicorp,  fields questions from Key residents.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 17, 2017
Letters to the editor for Longboat 02.23.17

Sarasota resident praises Longboat planners

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Town attorney David Persson said the Comprehensive Plan contains the necessary elements, but they need more clarification.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 29, 2010
Comprehensive Plan changes on the way

The commission heeded its town attorneys recommendation last week to make amendments to its Comprehensive Plan.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Candace Luther
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 24, 2018
Manatee County Commission District 6 (At-Large)

Activist Candace Luther challenges longtime incumbent.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann & Cassidy Alexander |
  • October 3, 2017
Key Notes: 'Siesta Key' Episode 10 Recap

Alex pretty much asks for someone's hand in marriage (not even kidding) and there are a bunch of cliffhangers that we're really upset about.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Although downtown streets occasionally close for large events, some property owners are interested in holding more regular street closures to create an open, pedestrian environment on Main Street. File photo.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 25, 2021
Could pedestrian-only weekends come to Main Street?

A downtown group intends to revisit the possibility of temporary street closures intended to encourage outdoor dining and shopping.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Kristen Chapman sets up her classroom for the first day of school.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • August 8, 2018
School supplies in demand in Manatee County

Teachers try to make sure returning students are equipped.

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch High football coach Rashad West has been suspended six games by the FHSAA.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 6, 2020
Lakewood Ranch High football coach suspended six games

Lakewood Ranch High football coach suspended six games

  • East County
  • Sports
Adam, Albert and Austin Myara will open new Cuba restaurants, Mojos Paladar, in Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 7, 2015
New Cuban restaurants set to open in Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota

Owner of Bogeys, Ed's Tavern tries new venture in fast, casual dining.

  • East County
  • News
Dr. Gordon "Mike" Michalson says he'd like to see New College's enrollment continue to grow. After 11 years as president of the Sarasota school, he hopes to return to teaching, following a much-deserved break.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 9, 2012
New College president to retire

Dr. Gordon 'Mike' Michalson says he hopes to spend more time with his family after he retires from the school in July.

  • Sarasota
  • News
"I can do anything from sweeping the floors to a lot of public speaking," Bruce Rodgers says.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • March 26, 2014
'The coolest place you can't get in'

Bruce Rodgers oversees the invitation-only Hermitage Artist Retreat, where he also oversees others as they turn their ideas into works of art.

  • Arts + Culture
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 30, 2020
Cops Corner: Sarasota 1.30.20

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • May 24, 2021
Longboat churches face the present with fewer masks

Churchgoers have begun shedding masks and returning to fellowship.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • February 19, 2020
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Feb. 20

A look at our favorite events taking place this week

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • July 21, 2020
Riverview High School celebrates graduating seniors

Seniors accepted their diplomas at a distanced ceremony July 21.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Triton Bend property represents a rarity on Longboat Key because it is a developable tract of vacant land. Construction recently began on two of 13 planned homes. File Photo.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 2, 2013
Real estate: Lifestyle, lifestyle, lifestyle

Longboat Key has always had location working in its favor. But can it stay competitive in lifestyle offerings?

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • November 13, 2021
Bonaire condo is top-seller on the islands

5005 Gulf of Mexico Drive unit sells for $3.25 million in deals that closed between Nov. 1-5.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Guest conductor JoAnn Falletta  leads the Sarasota Orchestra  through a vigorous "Roman Festivals" program. (Courtesy)
  • By Edward Alley |
  • December 9, 2019
'Roman Festivals' takes audience on whirlwind Italian getaway

Guest conductor JoAnn Falletta deftly leads Sarasota Orchestra in Masterworks program

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Sten Spinella |
  • September 19, 2019
Two reapply for seats on Longboat Key retirement board

Three-year terms come up for renewal for Sawyer, Cona.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 4, 2012
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Siesta business delves into historical tours; Daiquiri Deck upgrades patio projector to HD; Blase Cafe plans Becker charity event

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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