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Publix held its grand opening on the morning of Thursday, August 18. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 18, 2022
Lakewood Ranch's newest Publix opens on State Road 64

The store on the northern edge of Lakewood Ranch features the island deli concept.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • February 27, 2022
Animal Rescue Coalition helps pets with 2022 gala

The annual fundraiser was held Feb. 26.

  • Black Tie
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 29, 2012
ODA opens season with win

The Out-of-Door Academy volleyball team opened its season with a 25-12, 25-17, 24-26, 25-22 victory over Northside Christian School.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 29, 2012
ODA opens season with win

The Out-of-Door Academy volleyball team opened its season with a 25-12, 25-17, 24-26, 25-22 victory over Northside Christian School.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • January 26, 2020
Historic Spanish Point launches seacraft at Seafood & Sailboats

The outdoor luncheon was held on Jan. 26.

  • Black Tie
Olivia Vafeas and Claire Steiner dance before the fashion show.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • July 27, 2015
UTC hosts Sunday Soiree

American Girl doll fans and their mothers attended a fashion show and tea party July 26 at The Mall at University Town Center.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • February 26, 2017
Siesta Key Village hosts annual craft festival

White tents lined Ocean Boulevard Feb. 25 and Feb. 26 for the 23rd annual Siesta Key Craft Festival.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 12, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BET: Clarinetist Paul Green

The concert will take place Sunday at Temple Beth Israel.

  • Arts + Culture
Wayne Johnson dressed as a Blue Man Group member last year.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 7, 2010
Jog Casey Key in your Halloween garb

Bill's Beer Run takes place at 8 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 31, on Casey Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • December 7, 2012
WEEKEND BEST BET: Sandy Claws 5k

Sarasota County Parks and recreation will host the 36th annual Sandy Claws 5k run on Siesta Public Beach Saturday, Dec. 7.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Manatee County is replacing six ambulances with a budget of $2.4 million.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • December 6, 2023
Manatee County approves purchase of six new ambulances

The new ambulances will replace older models that are nearing the end of their life.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 20, 2011
News Briefs 04.21.11

Man killed in single-car accident; Planners consider East County projects; County sets new fees for reclaiming pets; Lakewood Medical Office Building I sold

  • East County
  • News
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • March 17, 2026
Temple members encouraged to reflect at outdoor art exhibit

Members of Temple Beth Israel of Longboat Key took a guided tour of the downtown Sarasota exhibit, 'Embracing Our Differences.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 19, 2012
News Briefs

Manatee County holiday closures and trash collection schedule; Atlanta homebuilder buys sites in east Manatee

  • East County
  • News
Hermitage Artist Retreat CEO and Artistic Director Andy Sandberg enjoys the Florida lifestyle.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • June 18, 2025
Hermitage Artist Retreat leader hopes for smoother sailing

The Englewood arts incubator hosts its first beach event since being hit by two hurricanes in 2024.

  • Arts + Culture
Lakewood Ranch junior Talia Falco won the triple jump with a jump of 36 feet, 10.5 inches.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 30, 2014
Mustang Stampede

Sisters Talia and Sophia Falco will lead the Lakewood Ranch High track team into the FHSAA Class 3A track and field championships May 3, in Jacksonville.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 18, 2017
Sarasota Bay Guardians clean up Quick Point Preserve

Volunteers joined the group on Nov. 18 to look for invasive plants.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By The Insider |
  • April 12, 2013
7 MUST SEE MOVIES: 4/12 Sarasota Film Festival

7 MUST SEE MOVIES: 4/12 Sarasota Film Festival

  • Arts + Culture
'Le Chef'
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • July 14, 2014
FILM REVIEW: 'Le Chef'

'Le Chef' is the latest foodie film guaranteed to tickle your taste buds as well as your funny bone.

  • Arts + Culture
The $1.9 figure from the new report consists primarily of questioned costs from the 2012-13 year.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • December 12, 2013
Second state audit brings more costs to school district

A second report from the state's Auditor General's Office released this morning - this one on federal, grant-funded programs - revealed the Manatee County School District could see a $1.9 million reduction in its general fund balance.

  • East County
  • Schools
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