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  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • April 24, 2014
County looks to simplify special-event restrictions

The County Commission agreed Tuesday to consider adding Halloween to the list of holidays covered by a special-event permit available to businesses on Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Residents and businesses near a vacant parcel used as a construction staging area on 14th Street have complained about the effects of the U.S. 41 roundabout project.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 22, 2018
U.S. 41 roundabout construction disturbs neighbors

State officials are trying to keep residents informed about ongoing construction, but those affected by the project want improved communication.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 30, 2011
Our View: Money well spent

If there is one, quick way to win the favor and respect of your new associates in the work place, it's to do what Longboat Key Town Manager David Bullock did in his third week on the job: Win all full-time town employees a $1,000 bonus/gift.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Twenty sea grape trees were illegally cut down at the Sleepy Lagoon beach access located at 6399 Gulf of Mexico Drive. Photo by Kurt Schultheis
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 13, 2015
Town seeks sea grape suspect

Twenty sea grape trees were chopped down illegally on town property with a hand saw in March to create better Gulf views, causing Sleepy Lagoon residents to root for closer beach access monitoring.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Sarasota Ballet performed Martha Graham's "Appalachian Spring" in "Iconographic." Photo by Frank Atura
  • By Anna Dearing |
  • October 29, 2018
Sarasota Ballet honors legendary choreographers in 'Iconographic'

Sarasota Ballet's "Iconographic" program featured Galina Samsova's "Paquita," Martha Graham's "Appalachian Spring" and Ricardo Graziano's "Symphony of Sorrows."

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The Planning Board and city staff have both recommended against the changes that would allow for the development of the parkland.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 1, 2015
Commission to decide future of Fruitville Road Park

Today, the City Commission will consider amending its comprehensive plan to allow for the development of the parkland as part of an agreement with Benderson Development Co.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Join Emily Walsh as she reports today's headlines.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • June 20, 2012
June 20: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Tidewell Hospice representatives and other officials ceremonially "break ground" on Tidewell Hospice'   s future Lakewood Ranch location. Initially, it will have 12 beds, but will be large enough to expand to 24 in the future.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 3, 2017
Hospice house on horizon

A future Lakewood Ranch hospice house will be Tidewell Hospice's largest yet.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Zara Barrie |
  • November 20, 2013
Factory Girl: Chalk Festival

Factory Girl: Chalk Festival

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Dean Eisner devotes his time to education, business, recreation and the community.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • February 22, 2012
Neighbors: Dean Eisner

This retired businessman takes on a new job helping area students.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Katie Johns |
  • October 21, 2018
Mote splashes into night of Fish, Fun and Fright

The annual Halloween-themed event was held on Oct. 20 at Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
William Conrad Saba points out where two canals exist on each side of Broadway.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 6, 2011
Canal connection questioned

Longboat Key residents and property owners are debating whether a canal that was separated more than 100 years ago to build Broadway Street can be reconnected.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Manny Cruz, who operates Cruz Portrait Design of Bradenton, earned the master of photography designation from the Professional Photographers of America.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 9, 2016
Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

Local photographer a picture of commitment

  • East County
  • News
James Franco as 27-year-old hiker Aron Ralston
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • December 1, 2010
Film Review: '127 Hours'

James Franco stars in '127 Hours,' the true story of a hiker trapped in Utah's Bluejohn Canyon.

  • Arts + Culture
Eileen Wallace, owner of Write On and More, said the area is safer for her customers without the benches.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • June 16, 2011
Businesses laud bench removals

Store owners said vagrant activity has decreased since benches were removed from Selby Five Points Park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 27, 2018
Treats fill trunks in Lakewood Ranch

Church hosts inaugural trunk-or-treat event.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The City Commission election is set for March 14.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 2, 2017
Election 2017: Sarasota City Commission voter guide

With two seats on the City Commission up for grabs, the eight candidates in the race weigh in on the issues and make their case for your vote.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Out-of-Door Academy’s Joie Eckhard will swim for Pepperdine University in the fall after signing a national letter of intent in front of family and friends April 27. Courtesy photo
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 13, 2015
Signing day

Eleven East County student/athletes signed national letters of intent to play at the next level. They share their goals of what they want to accomplish now.

  • East County
  • Sports
Only seven county governments in the state have higher or equal credit ratings to Manatee County.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • October 14, 2015
Manatee County ranks in top 5% for credit rating

Try Independent credit ratings company only ranked seven other county governments — out of 66 — ahead of Manatee.

  • East County
  • News
Jamie & Mike Stone at "Deja vu: Big American Bandstand" March 26.
  • By Molly Schechter and Stephanie Hannum |
  • April 6, 2011
Black Tie & Tales

Here comes the bride ... times three; Entertainment extravaganza; Oldies but goodies; Tidbits; Black Tie Affair

  • Arts + Culture
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