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In addition to $20 million, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium is asking the county for a long-term lease on nine acres of land in Nathan Benderson Park.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 12, 2018
Mote seeks land, $20 million from county for new aquarium

Sarasota County staff will examine whether tourist development tax funds can help pay for a Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium facility in Nathan Benderson Park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Janet Briggs submitted this sunset photo, taken near Islands West condominiums on Longboat Key.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 11, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Janet Briggs submitted this sunset photo, taken near Islands West condominiums on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Join Jessica Luck as she reads today's headlines.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • March 9, 2012
March 9: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota, and Siesta Key.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The sanctuary is close to being finished except for a few minor cosmetic details.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • October 26, 2011
Christ Church opens its doors for first service

After being without a permanent home for five-and-a-half years, Christ Church of Longboat Key, Presbyterian, opened the doors to its new home for a 10 a.m. worship service Sunday, Oct. 23.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • November 4, 2013
Half Shell Seafood House opens on University Parkway

Half Shell Seafood House opens on University Parkway

  • East County
  • News
Paul Meese submitted this sunset photo, taken near Longboat Key Towers.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 4, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Paul Meese submitted this sunset photo, taken near Longboat Key Towers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
More details regarding construction on the DeMarcay condominium project should come in September, the developer says.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 19, 2016
Palm Avenue condo construction delayed

After originally planning to begin work in June, the developer of the 18-story DeMarcay condominium project says a new start date is to be determined.

  • Sarasota
  • News
David Johnson submitted this sunset photo, taken on the north end of Longboat Key.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 28, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

David Johnson submitted this sunset photo, taken on the north end of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
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East County resident Sandra Otto captured this sunset on Anna Maria Island.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 28, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

East County resident Sandra Otto captured this sunset on Anna Maria Island.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Rashad Lee Steen, 20, was arrested today for aggravated battery with a firearm and three counts of attempted murder. Courtesy photo.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 14, 2011
Newtown shooting suspect arrested

A suspect involved in a Sunday morning shooting incident has been arrested, but more suspects are still involved in the shooting.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Vice Mayor David Brenner is the District 3 incumbent
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 20, 2012
Longboaters choose District 3 commissioner today

Voting is underway for the commission seat sought by incumbent Vice Mayor David Brenner and challenger Ray Rajewski.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lakewood Ranch resident Thomas Simpson took this sunset photo at North Shore, Sarasota.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 14, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Lakewood Ranch resident Thomas Simpson took this sunset photo at North Shore, Sarasota.

  • East County
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Paul Martinelli submitted this sunset photo, taken on the southern tip of Lido Key.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 14, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Paul Martinelli submitted this sunset photo, taken on the southern tip of Lido Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Florida Department of Transportation is reconfiguring the intersection of State Road 70 and Interstate 75 to make it safer for motorists. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 18, 2019
FDOT shifts traffic at S.R. 70

Motorists should expect delays at S.R. 70-I-75 interchange.

  • East County
  • News
Stacy White took this sunset photo on Siesta Key's Cresent Beach.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 8, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Stacy White took this sunset photo on Siesta Key's Cresent Beach.

  • Siesta Key
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Louis Cabot submitted this sunset photo, taken on the northern tip of Longboat Key.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 7, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Louis Cabot submitted this sunset photo, taken on the northern tip of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
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Barbara Birkenberger took this sunset photo from her backyard in River Landings Bluff.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 7, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Barbara Birkenberger took this sunset photo from her backyard in River Landings Bluff.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan with CasAntica owner Peter Migliaccio.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • February 14, 2013
Feb. 14: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Love Story Contest; Longboat Key love stories; Voice of Love: Bob Amer; Hermitage Artist Retreat: Ginna Hoben

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A city employee helps a group of visitors use the new parking pay stations on St. Armands Circle on Tuesday.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 12, 2019
St. Armands paid parking begins

Beginning today, a new parking garage is open on St. Armands Circle, and a new paid parking program is in place.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • September 29, 2021
Hey Joe & Nancy: Tell us, what’s your vision for us?

We know they want us all bowing to their coercive laws that confiscate people’s wealth and make Americans dependent on them. But in the end, how will that make America stronger?

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
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