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The penthouse in the Epoch building offers 1,700 square feet of outdoor living space on two levels.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • July 13, 2023
Top residential real estate sales for June 26-30 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis

A condominium in the Epoch Building tops the week’s sales at $11.15 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Bradenton's Nicole Figueroa, who is 11, and Abdiel Figueroa, who is 8, show off the school supplies they received during the Back to School Bash.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • August 5, 2023
Mall at UTC's Back to School Bash prepares students for a new year

Character greetings, free school supplies, face painting and more get students excited about school starting.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 31, 2023
Braden River High football game at Palmetto High postponed

All other East County week two football games are currently to be played.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • May 17, 2021
Longboat Key authors host book signings

Mary Lou Johnson and Julie McGue held a meet and greet at the Tennis Gardens with their books.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Roberto Ortega and Margo Valenzuela give their daughter Athzira Ortega flowers and balloons to celebrate her graduation from Lakewood Ranch High School last year. More guests will be allowed to attend this year's ceremonies.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 17, 2021
Attendance expands for Manatee County high school graduations

School District of Manatee County doubles attendance for graduation ceremonies at LECOM Park.

  • East County
  • News
Ford's Garage General Manager Tom Jones and Director of Operations Yunus Rassoull stand at the entrance to the new location at University Town Center. Rassoull said the restaurant was full for the entire lunch rush.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • June 8, 2021
Ford's Garage opens in Sarasota's University Town Center

The burger and craft beer restaurant at University Town Center in Sarasota held its grand opening Tuesday.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 9, 2021
Local philanthropists recognized at National Philanthropy Day luncheon

The event was held on Nov. 9

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jake Ilardi and Skate City SRQ want to add onto the "street" section of Payne Park's skate park.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 19, 2021
Payne Park to hold Olympics watch party for Jake Ilardi

The local skateboarder is competing in the Street event on Saturday

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Ardene Chodosh and Murray Margolis. Photo by Brendan Lavell.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • July 21, 2021
The Family Jeweler reopens five years after burglary

The jewelry repair store is now located on Lockwood Ridge Road after years spent in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Town Manager Tom Harmer and Interim Police Chief George Turner thanked Lt. Chris Skinner for his contributions to the Longboat Key Police Department. They presented Skinner with a commemorative plaque on Wednesday afternoon.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • September 1, 2021
Longboat Key holds retirement ceremony for police officer

Chris Skinner has worked for the Longboat Key Police Department since November 2010.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Mark DeAngelis, Mike McAdaragh and Janice DeAngelis
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • March 14, 2023
Longboat Key restaurants prep for St. Patrick's Day

Harry's Continental Kitchens, Haye Loft and the Lazy Lobster are offering special menus on Friday.

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Guests admired the recently-opened Tiffany exhibit.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • February 12, 2023
Selby Gardens brings stained glass shades with Orchid Ball 2023

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens brought stained glass shades to its annual Orchid Ball event on Feb. 11.

  • Black Tie
Andrew Vac and Cindy Jessup
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 16, 2023
Longboat Chamber's 'Off the Clock' goes off island

About 40 members of the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce met at Fleming's in Sarasota for their monthly networking event.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 24, 2022
Five file for two Sarasota City Commission seats

The field would be cut to three after August primaries.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat Key's Bank of America branch reopened for in-person banking on June 27. It's open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. (File)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 18, 2022
Bank of America's Longboat Key location reopens

The initial closure was due to the COVID-19 pandemic and staffing issues.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
Braden River and Lakewood Ranch high school seniors can now bring four guests to graduation. File photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 29, 2021
Manatee County high school graduates get more tickets for the celebration

School District of Manatee County announces high school seniors will get four tickets for graduation.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • April 30, 2021
Temple Beth Israel hosts food, book drive

Donors dropped off food on one side of the parking lot and books on the other.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Brody Winch. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 5, 2021
Students enjoy box of quackers in east Bradenton

Tara Elementary School class cares for and learns about ducklings.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The School Board of Manatee County will start meeting at 10 a.m. for its first meeting of the month and at 5 p.m. for its second meeting of the month.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 12, 2021
School Board of Manatee County changes meeting times

The School Board of Manatee County has changed its meeting times in hopes of accommodating district staff and the community.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • May 16, 2022
Temple Beth Israel hosts May Shabbat dinner

More than 70 members and guests attended the social dinner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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