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The next event at the Nathan Benderson Park will be the 2014 International Dragon Boat Festival, Oct. 24 through 26.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • September 10, 2014
Commission praises updates on Benderson Park

After listening to a presentation on the progress of construction of the rowing park, county commissioners commended SANCA for their work.

  • East County
  • News
In addition to prohibiting commercial development, residents want the city to consider purchasing the Hampton Road property and turning it into parkland.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 4, 2016
City delays decision on North Trail health spa

Commissioners also postponed any changes to the city’s traffic study requirements for new development in response to concerns from residents.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • January 5, 2018
A warm welcome

From chilly North Dakota to sunny Sarasota, I'm here to stay.

  • Black Tie
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 24, 2010
CAMP SPOTLIGHT: Acting Up Camp

The East County Observer goes behind the scenes of the Acting Up Performing Arts Summer Camp at Lakewood Ranch High School.

  • East County
  • News
Hugh Culverhouse Jr., a developer and son of the former owner of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has sued Sarasota County in federal court and two local developers in state court over the Energy Economic Zone, a major development initiative.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • April 4, 2014
Judge: Culverhouse can't use commissioner testimony

Sarasota County attorneys have scored a legislative win against a frequent litigious foe Hugh Culverhouse Jr. in his lawsuit against fellow prominent local developers Randy Benderson and Henry Rodriguez.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 27, 2013
Film has familiar wing for couple

Longboaters Wayne and Toni Lashway will savor the flavor of their nephew's documentary, 'The Great Chicken Wing Hunt.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sally Yanowitz was a board member of the American Jewish Committee of West Coast Florida, Embracing Our Differences, JFCS and more.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 23, 2019
Sally Yanowitz remembered for philanthropic passions

Yanowitz, 86, died Jan. 16.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Williams Parker plans to stay in its current building until a portion of the 3.3-acre site is developed.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 30, 2018
Developer plans revamp of Williams Parker site

A company is preparing to develop a 10-story mixed-use building on the edge of downtown.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Officer Shawn Nagell stands with the safety recognition award he received for his work during the 2019 Click It or Ticket National Campaign. (Courtesy of Town of Longboat Key Police Department)
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • November 13, 2019
Longboat police officer receives safety recognition award

Shawn Nagell earned the award during a national Click It or Ticket campaign

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kumar Mahadevan |
  • August 8, 2012
Mote Marine Laboratory takes closer look at sea turtles

Scientists at Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium have been studying sea turtles that nest along our Southwest Florida beaches for 31 years.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Whether it's premiering Tony Award-winning productions in London and New York, donating to Asolo Repertory Theatre or attending a community theater production, Bob and Beverly Bartner have always been supporters of the arts.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • January 23, 2013
BACKSTAGE PASS: The Producers

Asolo Repertory Theatre board members and Sarasota residents Bob and Beverly Bartner have produced so many Tony award-winning productions, they can't remember which shows received what awards.

  • Arts + Culture
Firefighter/paramedic Brandon and Rebecca Desch deliver food Thursday with Bayside Community Church's annual 9/11 outreach program. Since 2008, the church has provided lunch for first responders on Sept. 11. Photo by Caleb Motsinger
  • By Caleb Motsinger |
  • September 17, 2014
Church feeds first responders during annual 9/11 outreach

With 12 drivers delivering lunch to nearly 800 first responders in Manatee and Sarasota counties, Bayside Community Church in Bradenton has seen its 9/11 outreach program grow.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Freedom Elementary will host its round-up from 3:30-6:30 p.m., May 12. Photo by Brian Blanco.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 15, 2011
Manatee schools schedule kindergarten roundups

Manatee County Public Schools will host registration for kindergarten students in the East County between March 30 and May 12.

  • East County
  • Schools
Mark and Dimity Carlson
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • March 11, 2013
Town Hall Lecture Series featuring Captain Mark Kelly

Town Hall Lecture Series featuring Captain Mark Kelly

  • Black Tie
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • May 17, 2016
Associative State: Elijah Anderson's artistic wordplay

Elijah Anderson's art uses word association to give new meaning to the familiar.

  • Arts + Culture
Richard Gere in “Time Out of Mind”. Courtesy photo.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • March 25, 2015
Scene & Heard

Catch up on this week's arts and entertainment news with Scene & Heard.

  • Arts + Culture
The Longboat Library purchases 30 to 40 new books each month.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 23, 2011
Town and library on same page at commission workshop

The town will research ways to work with the Longboat Library on its maintenance and insurance costs.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Bess snacks on a biscuit laying down, which showcases the quills on his body that could shoot up at any sudden noise that spooks her.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • May 2, 2018
Life in the sticks at the Big Cat Habitat

Porcupines sit on pins and needles as they await their new home.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 24, 2010
Trespassing rampant at Longbeach

Longbeach condominium owners are fed up with beachgoers using their property to gain access to the beach.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Brooke Storer and her No. 9 sportsman car.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 1, 2017
Right time to feel power of DeSoto Speedway

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
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