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Lakewood Ranch' s B.J. "Red Dog" Maynard and Maureen Reinecke will be receiving recognition for their devotion to Manatee County' s Scouting program.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • March 30, 2017
Meet Boy Scouts' top dogs in Manatee District

Two East County residents are recognized for their long-time commitment as Boy Scout volunteers.

  • East County
  • News
Barry Hinckley lives in Lakewood Ranch with his wife and two sons.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 9, 2011
New golf pro tees off at Concession Golf Club

Barry Hinckley assumed the role of head golf pro at The Concession Golf Club at the end of January.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • August 29, 2014
Resourceful dwelling on display at State of the Arts Gallery

The prototype of a patent-pending multi-use portable dwelling is on display at State of the Arts Gallery.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • January 13, 2017
Argus Foundation welcomes new board member

Attendees of Argus Foundation's annual meeting also got a chance to hear Florida Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam speak on Florida's future.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Flooding occurred after a short rainstorm Wednesday, Aug. 28, on U.S. 301, just north of Fruitville Road. Photo by Leslie Gnaegy.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 5, 2013
Officials address flood of concern

In addition to the steady, heavy rain Sarasota has seen over the past few weeks, other natural conditions are contributing to the area's frequent flooding.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The city will begin a more formal budget discussion in June.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 28, 2018
City looks ahead to 2018-19 budget

Preliminary estimates show a nearly $1.5 million general fund budget deficit. Commissioners had different approaches on a solution.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • August 31, 2016
FWC offers help for boaters just in time for Tropical Depression 9

Florida Wildlife Commission has money available for derelict vessel cleanup

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Stefan Sanders conducted "Great Escapes 3: Amadeus." Courtesy photo
  • By Edward Alley |
  • January 30, 2018
Sarasota Orchestra gifts audiences with intimate 'Great Escapes'

"Great Escapes 3: Amadeus" makes orchestra patrons feel as if they're standing on the conductor’s podium.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Fran Harris and Al Tripodi dance together at a Thanksgiving celebration, at which he says they made their relationship "semi-official."
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 9, 2011
Article leads to courtship for tennis player

Al Tripodi fell for Francesca Harris when he saw her being interviewed for the "Player of the Week" feature in the Longboat Observer two years ago.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 20, 2012
Harry's welcomes summer solstice

Where will you be 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 21? Harry's Continental Kitchens is hosting a Summer Solstice Soiree to benefit the Surfrider Foundation.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 6, 2010
OBITUARY: Mary Ellen "Mimi" Winship Githler Packard

Packard, 86, was a 35-year resident of Longboat Key and Bradenton.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 20, 2010
On cold night, special hat is one hot item

On Jan. 6 at Harry's Continental Kitchens' wine tasting, more than one person asked Gary Steinman to sell the hat off his head.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 13, 2012
Observed: A father's sacrifice never forgotten

"Happy Father's Day to the Big Enchilada," the card read in a playful font.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Superintendent Diana Greene left after serving two years on her four-year contract. John Colon, left, hopes to find a new superintendent who has innovative financial ideas.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • May 30, 2018
Search for next Manatee superintendent could have local focus

School board members will covet candidates who appear to be long-term leaders.

  • East County
  • News
New Longboat Key crosswalks aren’t completely operational yet.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 17, 2015
Crosswalk lighting malfunction being addressed

Longboat Key crosswalk signs are covered this week while a contractor works to solve an electrical issue.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • September 15, 2010
Three amendments worth a 'yes'

The Longboat Observer looks at three of the six amendments on the upcoming ballot.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Tyson Green uses the self-loader truck to clean up trees on the Red Cross grounds in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 29, 2016
Red Cross receives Arbor Day gift

Green's Tree and Landscape Maintenance does charity work at Red Cross building in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 10, 2010
Bird Key home sells for $4.2 million

Sharon Smith sold her home at 429 Meadow Lark Drive on Bird Key for $4.2 million to Dorothy Westerberg in the highest sale for the week of Feb. 22 through Feb. 26 recorded on Longboat, Lido, St. Armands and Bird keys at the Sarasota and Manatee county courthouses.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 27, 2017
ODA football wins first home playoff game in eight years

The Thunder ran over Sante Fe Catholic 42-6.

  • East County
  • Sports
Kristen Chapman sets up her classroom for the first day of school.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • August 8, 2018
School supplies in demand in Manatee County

Teachers try to make sure returning students are equipped.

  • East County
  • News
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