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SunCoast Blood Centers is urging those recovered from COVID-19 to donate plasma. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 29, 2020
Lakewood Ranch area blood bank needs plasma from COVID-19 survivors

Lakewood Ranch blood bank officials say plasma levels are 'critical.'

  • East County
  • News
The DID developed a conceptual design for the gateway sign, but the city wasn't interested in pursuing the project.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 23, 2020
City rejects downtown gateway sign proposal

Uninterested in a plan favored by a downtown group, officials want to explore alternative placemaking solutions.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is joining the list of venues scrapping scheduled events until the end of the month because of coronavirus-related concerns.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 13, 2020
City declares public health emergency, cancels Van Wezel events

Because of coronavirus concerns, the city of Sarasota is strongly advising all events through March 20 to cancel if they expect to draw more than 250 people.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Bars such as Shamrock Pub had already canceled St. Patrick’s Day events, but a state order will now force their closure for the next 30 days.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 17, 2020
Governor orders closure of bars statewide

At a press conference today, Gov. Ron DeSantis also said the state is taking steps to limit crowds at restaurants and on beaches in Florida.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The radar sign was set up this week on Broadway Street.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 29, 2019
Longboat leaders plan to discuss parking regulations

Longbeach Village residents have told town leaders of trouble with speeding, parking.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ron Ciranna was placed on administrative leave on Aug. 6.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • August 6, 2018
Manatee County deputy superintendent on aministrative leave

Ron Ciranna, the deputy superintendent of the School District of Manatee County, was placed on administrative leave on Aug. 6.

  • East County
  • News
Workers tend to the water system along St. Judes Drive on Sunday following the pipe break the night before.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 14, 2019
Longboat Key boil-water advisory lifted

Precautionary measure followed water pipe break on Saturday night.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Waves and high tides wiped out the sand from a series of bags posted along the Lido Key shoreline. Photo courtesy city of Sarasota.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 10, 2018
Hurricane Michael causes closures, cancellations and flooding

As the storm heads for land, rising waters have affected Lido Key parks. Sarasota County Schools has also canceled after-school activities Wednesday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
One of the units at Sutton Place damaged by the fire
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • April 20, 2018
Longboat fire damages Sutton Place condominiums

No injuries were reported in a two alarm fire that raged for at least 15 minutes at Sutton Place on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
County Commissioner Al Maio speaks at an event Thursday honoring Siesta Beach'  s No. 1 Ranking on Dr. Beach'  s list.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 25, 2017
Back on Top: Dr. Beach ranks Siesta Key Beach No. 1

For the second time in seven years, Dr. Beach named Siesta Key Beach the best beach in the country.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Homeless man arrested for murder — learn more about it in today's headlines!
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • April 4, 2013
April 4: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Homeless man arrested for murder; Semitruck overturns into river in East County; City plans Lido renourishment; Gullett students help plant garden at White House

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The National Weather Service predicts the cold weather will persist through the weekend.
  • By Jim DeLa |
  • January 21, 2025
Bundle up: Series of cold fronts hit Southwest Florida this week

Lows will be in the low 40s for most of the week.

  • Sarasota
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City, county and Sarasota Housing Authority officials snip the ceremonial ribbon to open the SHA's 84-unit Cypress Square apartments.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 9, 2024
Housing Authority opens 84 affordable housing apartments

The new Cypress Square is the SHA's ninth public and low-income housing redevelopment in the past 16 years.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Peoria has recently adopted a form-based code.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • December 27, 2013
Year in Review: June 2013, New code will bring new vision

A form-based code would specify the density, height, scale and design of projects in a certain area providing what Commissioner Susan Chapman calls a 'more objective' development map.

  • Sarasota
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Tommy Bahama CEO Doug Wood said he is thrilled with how the rebuilding of the restaurant and retail space at 465 John Ringling Blvd. turned out, especially the indoor bar area.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • November 8, 2025
Tommy Bahama celebrates grand return to St. Armands Circle

The combined restaurant and retail store invited guests to join in recognizing the official return after rebuilding from last year's hurricanes.

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  • Neighbors
Commissioners forwarded the proposed Town Center site development plan with 81 parking spaces to second reading.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • February 15, 2023
Longboat seeks solutions to Town Center parking problems

Commissioners discussed the need for more parking to accommodate events for the development.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A notice of the Tuesday public hearing was posted at the north gate to Bay Isles.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 22, 2022
Key Club granted more time for pickleball plans

Noise arguments revolve around questions about public access and sound-rule exemption.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Manatee County Animal Services Chief Sarah Brown holds Elwood, a tabby who was taken in by the shelter Jan. 10. Elwood is a talkative, affectionate cat who recently had one of his legs amputated.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • February 3, 2021
Manatee County commissioners disagree on animal shelter scope

Cost, size, access: Inside Manatee County commissioners' debate about location of new animal shelter

  • East County
  • News
Longboat Key's Publix store is among 24 Sarasota County locations that will offer the COVID-19 vaccine.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • February 10, 2021
Publix adds dozens of vaccine sites in Sarasota, Manatee

Registrations to make an appointment began Wednesday morning.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
River Club resident Cliff Lathrop said he and his wife, Catherin Lathrop, will visit with their daughter for the first time in a year and a half after they receive their second doses of COVID-19 vaccine.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • February 24, 2021
Anger, gratitude follow Lakewood Ranch vaccinations

Lakewood Ranch residents relieved to be vaccinated, but Premier site receives criticism from many

  • East County
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