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Anna Pedraza, who just moved to the Key from Orlando, reads on the beach Tuesday afternoon, which was one of the warmer days in the last week.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 19, 2011
The heat is on

Last year's season was one of the coldest in history. Now, local tourism professionals say that last year's weather could impact this year's business forecast.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The orchestra has shared preliminary renderings showing its desired location for the concert hall. The organization said any project would not eliminate any amenities within the park.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 5, 2019
Orchestra to hold meeting on venue plans

The Sarasota Orchestra will field questions from the public on a proposal to build a concert hall at Payne Park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Reentry to the island after a mandatory evacuation is one of the emergency management issues raised in the town's proposal.
  • By Sten Spinella |
  • September 10, 2019
Longboat Key proposes one-county solution in case of emergencies

Plan would allow Longboat to coordinate only with Sarasota County before and during a storm.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • February 1, 2021
Kingsley retiring from Sarasota Schools

Assistant Superintendent Laura Kingsley will retire in June after 35 years with the district. The district also named Harriet Moore as the new Director of Equity and Innovation.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • November 3, 2016
Leadership for others

While many Americans lament public office seekers and their sycophants who are in it for themselves, here are four volunteer civic leaders contributing for the right reasons.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 8, 2020
A taste of Greek culture in Sarasota

36th annual festival in Sarasota showcases Greek culture, cuisine.

  • East County
  • News
Kristy Cail at Children First
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • February 25, 2015
People with Purpose: Kristy Cail

Whether it's involving her own or bettering the futures of others, children are Kristy Cail's main focus. She volunteers with charities in Sarasota, FL.

  • Black Tie
The Sarasota/Manatee Barrier Islands Traffic Study is an examination of how to improve the flow of traffic to, from and on Longboat, Anna Maria Island and Lido Key.
  • By John McGuire |
  • July 20, 2017
Barrier island leaders frustrated with state of area traffic study

Island representatives hope for increased communication with FDOT regarding the Sarasota/Manatee Barrier Islands Traffic Study.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Zander and Zella Ribar, both 4, present the colors at last year’s Tribute to Heroes Parade.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 14, 2018
Calendar — summer 2018

lakewd ranch calendar

  • LWR Life
Doyle Walker and Curtis Vandernolen, with Longboat Key Public Works, line Gulf of Mexico Drive with American flags Saturday, Sept. 10.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • September 12, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Annual memorial

The town of Longboat Key, in conjunction with the Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce, installs 2,977 American flags (one for each victim of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks) along Gulf of Mexico Drive each year as a Sept. 11 tribute.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Michael Eng |
  • April 1, 2010
TAKEOVER: Ranch plans annexation

APRIL FOOLS - A revised study by Fishkind & Associates revealed the tax base in the original boundaries for Lakewood Ranch wasn't enough to support a city. Now, a new pro-incorporation group is seeking to annex at least 10 East County neighborhoods to help balance the budget.

  • East County
  • News
Courtesy photo Sarasota Yacht Club General Manager Bernhard Kloppenburg and Anthony Puccio, executive chef and food and beverage manager
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 2, 2014
Business Briefs

SYC receives International Wine Society Award of Merit; Chiles Restaurant partners with Southeastern Guide Dogs; Ben & Jerry's to hold Free Cone Day

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • June 24, 2010
SSAS goes 'new school'

Sarasota School of Arts and Sciences will begin demolition at the end of this month to start construction work on a $6.5 million project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Lounge Wizards were one of 65 bands to play at this year’s Porchfest.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • October 7, 2018
Porchfest tunes up Arlington Park

This year's Porchfest, which took place on Oct. 7, featured sounds from 65 bands.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • March 8, 2018
The price to earn an ‘A’

Sarasota’s school tax vote is a ‘renewal ritual.’ But for the new school tax to pass in Manatee, voters need to see a dramatic change. Two of its board members should resign.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
East Bounty's Warren Strauss gets tips on his grip from River Club's Larry Johnson.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 19, 2021
Former CIA executive says new gun owners in Lakewood Ranch area could use safety lessons

Lakewood Ranch's Larry Johnson gives back by teaching gun safety at Manatee Gun and Archery Club in Myakka City.

  • East County
  • News
Terry Turner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 11, 2019
Former Commissioner Turner files to run for city seat

Turner enters race for Seat 2.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By April Doner |
  • February 3, 2012
Art Weekend: Things Could Have Been Different, Friends + Monsters Closing

Art Weekend: Things Could Have Been Different, Friends + Monsters Closing

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • March 6, 2014
Big Pass debate faces the music

A performance of the Beatles song 'Let It Be' on an organ towed out to the Big Pass shoal highlights mounting opposition to a proposed U.S. Army Corps of Engineers dredging project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Chase Maasdorp brings the ball up the court for Auburn against Lincoln in a preseason game. Photo courtesy Wade Rackley/Auburn Athletics.  Wade Rackley/Auburn Athletics.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 28, 2018
Former ODA boys basketball guard earns roster spot with Auburn Tigers

Chase Maasdorp's goal is to be an important contributor for Auburn in two years.

  • East County
  • Sports
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