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Connie DiMaggio, Sparky Pashkow, Karen Pashkow and Greg Bodkin
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • February 12, 2024
Longboat Harbour throws Super Bowl party

The Rec Hall committee found creative ways to spice up the Super Bowl with themed dishes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 14, 2024
Welcome back: Debby, Helene and Milton paid us a visit while you were away

The trio of tropical systems left their devastating mark, but there were many other stories in Sarasota during the past offseason.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The yellow outline shows the approximately 43-acre parcel where 99 homes are proposed.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 19, 2024
Homebuilder shares plans for new residential development

The site plan shows 99 homes on 44 acres near State Road 64 and Uihlein Road in East County.

  • East County
  • News
David Otterness has been on the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance board since 2021.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • May 15, 2024
Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance thrives as it turns 20

As the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance readies to shed itself of its teenage years, a leader with a steady hand helps guide the organization on some big goals and aspirations.

  • East County
  • Business
The home at 931 Norsota Way has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 6,154 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • January 9, 2025
Top residential real estate sales for Dec. 16-27 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis

A Bay Island home on Norsota Way tops the week's sales at $5 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Making An Impact resource guides make finding help easier for organizations and individuals.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 27, 2024
Lakewood Ranch nonprofit curates community resources

Making An Impact’s Community Connections Resource Guide contains information on more than 300 local organizations that provide assistance to residents.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Supplies are being distributed at several locations in Sarasota and Manatee counties for people needed assistance after Hurricane Helene.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 30, 2024
Water, food, supplies available for those needing help after Helene

Resources are standing by across Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The iconic Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Sarasota's "Purple Palace," kicked off its delayed season with "Menopause the Musical 2," on Jan. 4.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 22, 2023
Historic designation, flood-proofing suggested for Van Wezel

Sarasota’s Purple Ribbon Committee reviewed a draft request for proposals to address structural issues.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarah Rubin of Save Our Seabirds showcases a hawk foot to Finn Seth-Ward, 4.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • July 22, 2024
Save Our Seabirds' education programs take flight

Director of Outreach and Avian Care Sarah Rubin said the educational ramp-up will start at the end of summer.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota Cops Corner: The Best of 2024
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 24, 2024
Sarasota Cops Corner: The Best of 2024

Nudes, lewds and dudes highlight this year's greatest hits from the files of the Sarasota Police Department.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Sarasota Youth Opera will perform "The Hobbit" from Nov. 9-10 at Sarasota Opera House featuring a cast of 74 performers.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 5, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Nov. 7-13

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Debbie Shaffer, a member of the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance, is excited to see the drone in action.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 25, 2024
Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance hits the road

The alliance hosted an "Innovations in Healthcare Training" road show for its members.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
SafeHaven AI helps people aged 65+ better understand their fall risks and how to manage them using doctor-approved questions and image recognition of potential hazards.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • January 8, 2025
Out-of-Door Academy student wins Congressional App Challenge

Manav Pulluru's app, SafeHaven AI, helps the elderly avoid falls

  • East County
  • Schools
Blues artist Dylan Triplett ventures into the crowd to perform at the Lakewood Ranch Blues Festival.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 8, 2025
Readers sound off about Lakewood Ranch Blues Festival

The price, length of concert and name recognition were all concerns noted by the residents.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Sherpa Pema Dorje and Robert Sherman
  • By James Peter |
  • March 21, 2024
After Everest, life in Sarasota looks different

Robert Sherman, 63, hiked 95 miles to Everest Base Camp, but it's what happened along the way and the people he met that gave him new perspective.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The saturated carpet in the Grand Foyer at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has been replaced with polished concrete.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 12, 2024
Purple Ribbon Committee embarks on its last phase in January

Philosophical differences emerge as members tasked to recommend repurposing the Van Wezel begin to share thoughts about its report to the City Commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
James Livingston, Lauren Cross, Lyn Swann and Judy Young are registered nurses working at the Lakewood Ranch Medical Center.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 5, 2024
National Nurses Week shines light on local nurses

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center nurses share their passion for their careers.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
502 Gallery Operations Manager Christina Antoniou and co-owner Cassia Kite pose in front of some of the small pieces featured in the "Shopliftable" show.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • August 13, 2024
Sarasota's new 502 Gallery is thinking small

The new 400-square-foot art gallery in the historic Burns Court district showcases small, affordable works.

  • Arts + Culture
Liz Barker, who served as part of the boundary advisory committee, has children who attend Lakeview and will be affected by new boundary change to Skye Ranch.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 27, 2024
Rezoning to relocate 1,187 Sarasota students to Skye Ranch School

The school board unanimously approved a proposal that would rezone students from Ashton Elementary, Lakeview Elementary and Sarasota Middle to the new K-8 Skye Ranch School.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Cedar Mill is under construction off Lorraine Road. Future construction projects will face increased impact fees in Manatee County.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 27, 2024
Manatee County impact fees will increase over the next 4 years

The move was delayed after the Manatee-Sarasota Building Industry Association disputed the most recent study.

  • East County
  • News
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