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The town of Longboat Key is nearly finished with a mid-Key truck haul that has expanded island beaches.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 24, 2016
Longboat Key reaches for federal beach money

For the first time in its history, the town may get help from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to renourish its beaches.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lakewood Ranch senior Dylan Cameron finished third in the 132-pound weight class at the Class 3A-Region 2 tournament Feb. 26 and Feb. 27. (courtesy photo)
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 2, 2016
Mustangs preach mental toughness

Lakewood wrestler’s willingness to prepare to win leads to third straight state tournament berth.

  • East County
  • Sports
Nick Bernier
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 13, 2014
College commitment

Athletes from Riverview, Cardinal Mooney and Booker high schools made their college choices official during National Signing Day Feb. 5.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Ted Hamm is eager to start work as a chaplain for the U.S. Army. He will participate in chaplain training in South Carolina.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 7, 2013
Cornerstone pastor takes new post

Cornerstone's assistant pastor, Ted Hamm, will leave this month for Columbia, S.C., to become an Army chaplain.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
A search is still underway for a six-year-old boy who went missing after playing in the water near the Longboat Pass Bridge Saturday.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 21, 2013
Boy still missing in the Gulf

A search is still underway for a six-year-old boy who went missing after playing in the water near the Longboat Pass Bridge Saturday.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Longbeach Village neighborhood saw flooding in the streets beginning Sunday. Photos by Mallory Gnaegy.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 27, 2012
Debby Downer: Tropical Storm Debby strikes Longboat Key

Tropical Storm Debby was an unwelcome guest but appears to have spared the Key major damages.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Condominiums on Longboat Key are receiving huge wind insurance premium increases in the mail from Citizens Property Insurance.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 19, 2013
Tangerine Bay receives huge insurance increase

Tangerine Bay received a more than 800% wind (hurricane) insurance premium increase this month.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The most iconic symbol of the samurai, this sword was used for ceremonial purposes and is made of steel, iron, gold, silver, horn, wood, lacquer and genuine stingray skin.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • January 13, 2016
Way of the Warrior: The artistry of samurai warriors

The Ringling's new exhibit explores the beautiful, brutal lives of samurai warriors

  • Arts + Culture
The home at 6405 Gulfside Road has four bedrooms, two baths and 1,528 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • January 13, 2016
Sleepy Lagoon home sells for $2.85 million

The home at 6405 Gulfside Road has four bedrooms, two baths and 1,528 square feet of living area.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • June 22, 2016
Water Club condo sells for $3.5 million

The Unit 1002 condominium at 1281 Gulf of Mexico Drive has three bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths and 3,435 square feet of living area.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
'American Sniper'
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • January 16, 2015
FILM REVIEW: 'American Sniper'

'American Sniper' is the true story of U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle, the deadliest sniper in American history.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Julie Aranibar |
  • June 27, 2012
My view: Preparing for a new school year

The students left for summer and classrooms were cleaned and prepared for the incoming class of 2012-2013. Â

  • East County
  • Opinion
Commissioner Phill Younger expressed concern Tuesday that "we can’t even get participation by the people who are on" the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 18, 2014
Commission considers ZBA change

Ben Feole stepped down from the board for personal reasons but isn't on board with any decision that would eliminate the Zoning Board of Adjustment as a board in the Town Charter.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • July 11, 2015
Film Review: 'Amy'

The new documentary "Amy" explores the rise and fall of musical genius Amy Winehouse.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Photo by John Joseph Revisky
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • August 19, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Aug. 25

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Much of Jill Polk's inspiration and motivation over the years has come from her voice teacher, Betty Silberman, with whom she has trained since the third grade.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • June 21, 2012
Teen Idol: Jill Polk

Cardinal Mooney Catholic High freshman Jill Polk is Sarasota's newest idol.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Illustration by Nicole Thompson.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 21, 2012
Technology improves quality of life for hearing-impaired

As more venues become equipped with hearing loop systems, the 110,000 area residents who suffer from hearing loss can once again enjoy their favorite sound-related activities.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Snooty, the manatee that lives at the South Florida Museum's Parker Manatee Aquarium, turns 64.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 5, 2012
Museum calls on kids for card contest

The South Florida Museum is hosting a birthday card contest for Snooty the manatee.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Roy |
  • January 28, 2010
City sets its two-year priorities

In laying out its priority list of issues to tackle, the City Commission was careful to make sure some neighborhoods did not feel ignored. Newtown has topped the list for two years.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Observer Miss Manatee softball team got off to a fast start this season. Courtesy photo.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 7, 2012
Observer teams swing into action

The Lakewood Ranch Little League and Miss Manatee Softball Observer teams both opened their spring seasons last month.

  • East County
  • Sports
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