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Many bars and restaurants on Anna Maria Island were damaged by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The Drift Inn sits empty on Oct. 27 as repairs are being done. A benefit concert will raise funds for service workers.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 28, 2024
Lynyrd Skynyrd rocks Manatee County to help service industry employees

Proceeds from the Nov. 15 concert will support service industry employees who have been displaced by the hurricanes.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By World Class Dentistry |
  • October 23, 2025
World Class Dentistry: Four Decades of Innovation. One Family. One Mission.

In a world of corporate dentistry, World Class Dentistry stands apart as a family-owned, patient-focused practice guided by decades of excellence. Discover how one Sarasota family is redefining what it means to care for a smile.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sponsored Content
  • By Manatee Memorial Hospital |
  • September 25, 2025
Manatee Memorial Hospital: First & Foremost for Mitral Valve Repair

At Manatee Memorial Hospital (MMH), proven expertise in minimally invasive mitral valve repair is not just about advanced techniques: it’s about helping people regain their health and get back to the activities of daily living.

  • Health
Sponsored Content
Violinist and pianist Donna Smith performs with singer Johanna Davis at a special Christmas concert for attendees at All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church on Dec. 6.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • December 8, 2025
Angelic voices ring throughout All Angels for Christmas concert

All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church invited musicians Johanna Davis and Donna Smith to perform holiday tunes for attendees.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Diane Collins, Sandy Ruppert and Linda Pike were among the record 150 attendees at the Feb. 11 at the Longboat Key Resort for the Go for the Cure kick-off game day.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • February 13, 2026
Go for the Cure kickoff sees record attendance

Through an afternoon of canasta and mahjong, Longboat Key Club members raised funds for Breast Health Sarasota Inc.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By World Class Dentistry |
  • March 26, 2026
Change the Story of Your Smile with Dr. Jill Morris of World Class Dentistry

For many people, an aging smile tells an unwelcome story of worn-down teeth, mismatched crowns from years of piecemeal dentistry, yellowing enamel, and bites that no longer align properly.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sponsored Content
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • April 3, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, April 4

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • March 10, 2016
Coral Cove home sells for $1.75 million

The following residential real estate transactions took place between February 22 and February 26.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Unit 31 at 500 S. Palm Ave. has two bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths and 2,830 square feet of living area. It sold for $1.35 million.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • June 12, 2014
Bay Island home sells for $3.75 million

The following residential real estate transactions took place between May 26 and May 30.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy's Nicole Durbal signs freshman Sara Johnson's T-shirt.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 26, 2023
Lakewood Ranch Prep freshmen celebrate end of school year

The inaugural upper school class looks forward to moving onto the next school year.

  • East County
  • Schools
William Cinéa conducting field work in his native Haiti.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 26, 2023
Haitian botanist named Selby Gardens research associate

The three-year appointment will mutually benefit Selby Gardens' research and Caribbean flora.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
The health department said such levels of red tide in nearby waters can trigger short-lived respiratory symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation. Those with chronic breathing problems could be more adversely affected.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 21, 2021
State issues advisory over low levels of red tide near Longboat, Anna Maria

Breathing issues possible, Department of Health says.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Three administrators from Braden River and Lakewood Ranch high schools will be moving onto other Manatee County schools.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 25, 2021
Braden River and Lakewood Ranch high schools to see administrative changes

Three administrators from Braden River and Lakewood Ranch high schools will be moving onto other Manatee County schools.

  • East County
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Four Braden River High School students win the 16th Congressional District App Challenge with their medical dosage calculator app. File photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 7, 2020
Braden River High students win Congressional District App Challenge

Four Braden River High students create an app to save lives and win the Congressional District App Challenge.

  • East County
  • News
Seniors age 65 and up wait for 15 minutes to be monitored for adverse effects after receiving COVID-19 vaccines from Manatee County on Jan. 7 at Bennett Park.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • January 21, 2021
Manatee County restricts vaccine distribution to Florida residents

Non-Florida residents can no longer get vaccine from Manatee County

  • East County
  • News
The School Board of Manatee County unanimously approves a resolution to issue Certificates of Participation to accelerate capital projects within the district.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 27, 2020
School Board of Manatee County approves funding for capital projects

The School District of Manatee County can now borrow up to $100 million to accelerate capital projects, including two in east Bradenton.

  • East County
  • News
Jack Rozance and Scott Weusthoff at the 2020 Veterans Day celebration, which was hampered by the arrival of Tropical Storm Eta. File photo.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 1, 2021
Rotary Club of Longboat Key hosts Veterans Day drive

The club is collecting money, sneakers and bikes for Turning Points' Yellow Ribbon Program.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 5, 2021
All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church hosts first artist reception

Pamela Olin, who was the Artist of the Month for October and November, was the guest of honor.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 16, 2021
Women's Golf Association starts season on Longboat Key

The 18-hole golf group played their first round of the year and met for lunch.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • August 31, 2021
Driver arrested in car-bicycle crash on Longboat Key

Sarasota Police take driver into custody on Bird Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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