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The city will outline its proposed changes for the park — focused on new hardscape and enhanced landscaping — at a workshop next week.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 10, 2017
City unveils Paul Thorpe Park plans

Proposed changes include enhanced landscaping and bricked streets along Lemon Avenue, but when will the improvements actually happen?

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jack Short |
  • November 25, 2015
County will hold public hearing on South Siesta renourishment tax district

The percent of the project cost paid by residents of the district may decrease slightly, but since those costs have doubled, it’s likely assessments will, too.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 22, 2018
Ringling’s top donors get sneak peek of Toni Dove exhibit

The latest exhibit in the Searing Wing of The Ringling was presented to loyal supporters at the Circle Member Preview Dinner Feb. 21.

  • Black Tie
Gary Berns
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 20, 2011
INCORPORATION Q&A: Friends of Lakewood Ranch

Opponents of the incorporation of Lakewood Ranch answer readers' questions.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 9, 2013
News Briefs

School District to open enrollment period; Stoneybrook Rec Center has new hours; Retirement home names new public relations director; SCFCS holds fall 2013 information sessions

  • East County
  • News
Bobby Jones Golf Club has been closed since March 2020 as the city prepared to renovate the course. Now, construction may be delayed as the city fields offers from private groups interested in running the facility.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 2, 2021
City keeps options open for Bobby Jones renovation

Although some officials were concerned about ceding control and delaying construction, the board will attempt to find private companies interested in operating the municipal golf course and funding improvements.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 17, 2016
Sarasota Herald-Tribune staff moves to unionize

Organizers have cited their dissatisfaction with parent company GateHouse Media in preparing to join the NewsGuild - CWA.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Former Lakewood Ranch resident Chase Jones wants to know when the last time you watched the sunrise was? He'd like to watch it with you. Photos courtesy Second Street Photography.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • July 23, 2013
Lakewood Ranch artist shares a positive art experience

Chase Jones is a multimedia artist going on tour with his project called the Sunrise Cube. He hopes to shed a little light on the project and in the community.

  • Arts + Culture
Ten-year-old Alana Kutt won her third Little Linksters Player of the Year Crystal Cup trophy Feb. 13.  (courtesy photo)
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 2, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Young local golfer has drive to be a champion.

  • East County
  • Sports
Roz Goldberg, chair and founder of the Jewish Film Festival, seeks to spread Jewish culture to the entire community via the silver screen.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • February 25, 2015
Cinematic Cultural Exchange

The Jewish Film Festival enters its sixth year with expansion throughout Sarasota, FL.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 14, 2009
Relay team runs into record books

The Lakewood Ranch High girls 3,200-meter relay team set a new school record of 10:00.51 at the Class 3A state track and field championships May 8 in Winter Park.

  • East County
  • Sports
Finance Director Tom Kelley said $1 million is set aside in the budget only if commissioners want to use it for pension costs.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 27, 2010
Town tax rate rises 25.8%

The Longboat Key Town Commission voted 6-1 to pass a fiscal year 2010-11 budget on second reading that includes a tax rate of 1.8872 mills.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 24, 2012
News Briefs

Hines joins commission race; Commission extends sunset for Village permits

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Cosimo's not only features traditional and specialty pizzas and pastas but also an array of gluten free pizzas, pastas, salads and entrees.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 4, 2013
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Cosimo's

This week we went in the kitchen at Cosimo's with owner John Ganley as chef Alfredo prepares two signature pizzas, the margherita and the quattro formaggi. Get the recipes and watch an instructional video in this week's 'In the Kitchen.'

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
The Hyatt Place Lakewood Ranch will feature a specially-lit "sail" to make it a beacon from Interstate 75. Courtesy rendering.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 9, 2015
Hoteliers plan Hyatt in Lakewood Ranch

The hotel will be the same prototype as the Hyatt-brand hotel located by Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.

  • East County
  • News
The area marked in red is the property under consideration for development.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • May 23, 2018
Cox Chevrolet considers East County lot

Residents of GreyHawk Landing show concern over a posslbe car lot coming near their neighborhood.

  • East County
  • News
Courtesy. Joe Seidensticker is overseeing an expansion of Libby's into east Manatee County.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 18, 2018
Popular Sarasota restaurant plans second location in East County

A prominent restaurant outside downtown Sarasota, Libby’s Café & Bar, is expanding to East Manatee County. Expansion is part of a revival of the Libby’s brand, which dates back to 2008.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • March 18, 2019
Temple Beth Israel deals out game day

The annual event brought 80 women to the temple March 18.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Michelle Williams and Luke Kirby meet by chance but discover many coincidences in "Take This Waltz." Courtesy.
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • August 1, 2012
Film Review: 'Take This Waltz'

The new film, "Take This Waltz," explores romantic infatuation and the toxic effect it can have on a seemingly happy marriage.

  • Arts + Culture
Judilee Sterne's family in the old market place of Jerusalem. Courtesy photo.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • July 4, 2012
Neighbors: Judilee Sterne

Siesta Key resident Judilee Sterne went on a pilgrimage to Israel with members of her congregation, her children and grandchildren.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
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