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In the wake of the 2017 World Rowing Championships, Nathan Benderson Park was the subject of some scrutiny from local watchdogs and state officials.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 5, 2018
Sarasota County examines relationship with SANCA

At a budget workshop, the County Commission only committed to a year of collaborating with the not-for-profit operator of Nathan Benderson Park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • April 2, 2015
Leaders pitch ‘don’t miss’ downtown

As the city’s Downtown Improvement District continues to weigh a potential expansion, several people are trying to sell the group on the benefits of growth.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 8, 2017
Longboat Key and Sarasota County celebrate Bayfront Park

The town and county held a public grand opening for the park on Nov. 8.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • September 9, 2010
Biggest Loser Sarasota announces winners

The eight qualifying contestants for season two of Biggest Loser Sarasota celebrated their season finale with a party at Gecko's Bar and Grill on Clark Road. Founder and organizer Patti Stanley recognized the top four people as "The Biggest Losers."

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Major League Football will head to Lakewood Ranch for spring training in February.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 17, 2015
Major League Football will have major impact on the area

The inaugural Major League Football announced this month it will bring more than 1,000 people to Lakewood Ranch for spring training and located its headquarters there. Local businesses couldn’t be more thrilled.

  • East County
  • News
  • In Memoriam |
  • August 2, 2019
William D. Gambill II

William D. Gambill II, 72, of Longboat Key, FL passed away on July 7, 2019.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
A unit in the Water Club, built in 1996, sold for $1,465,000.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • March 4, 2020
Water Club condo sells for $1.5 million

Residential real estate transactions for Feb. 17-21.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 15, 2012
News Briefs

Youth may register for free Orioles clinic; Second public meeting set for Gulf Gate Library; Background-check fingerprint process changed

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • February 13, 2014
Residents raise concern about city mobility plan

Some citizens wonder how development changes outlined in a city study might affect neighborhoods.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Michael Shay, Siesta Key Association president, and Walt Olson with the Siesta Key Condominium Council talk with FDOT representatives about the possible roundabout.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • March 11, 2015
FDOT holds public workshop on potential Siesta Key roundabout

FDOT has presented the same information at two Siesta Key Association meetings in February and November.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 1, 2010
Colony Association seeks to dissolve partnership

If a bankruptcy judge approves dissolution, the famed tennis resort would become a condominium association.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A mailbox on Higel Avenue is designed to look like a house and has been painted with hearts, windows and "US Mail".
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • October 6, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Love Letterbox

While "snail mail" may not be the quickest way to get in touch with someone, most everyone does love getting a visit from the mailman with a card or a package from a loved one.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 14, 2010
In Brief

Community news and notes

  • Longboat Key
  • News
At-large Commissioner Phillip Younger was appointed to the commission in 2010.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 1, 2012
Younger now home, recovering

At-large Commissioner Phillip Younger was discharged over the weekend from Sarasota Memorial Hospital.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Miglena Entcheva is a candidate in the Sarasota County Hospital Board race.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 21, 2016
Hospital Board — At Large, Seat 2: Miglena Entcheva

Miglena Entcheva, a Democrat, will face Republican Tram Hudson and No Party Afilliation candidate Reid Schwabach in the general election.

  • Sarasota
  • News
File photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • May 31, 2017
Green sea turtle nest spotted on Longboat

Longboat Key Turtle Watch volunteers found the nest on May 30.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 4, 2018
Rare bird flies high over Lakewood Ranch area

River Club resident loves swallowtail kites, no strings attached.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 12, 2012
Colony Association preps for next meeting

Development officials, including Colony owner and developer Andy Adams, are expected to be in attendance at a Sept. 24 meeting to answer questions about the the Colony's rehabilitation plans.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Possible improvements could include better crosswalks, sidewalks and landscaping in Burns Square.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • April 4, 2013
Property owner proposes DID expansion to Burns Square

The move would mean Burns Square property owners would be taxed an additional 2 mills to fund capital improvements such as better landscaping and lighting.

  • Sarasota
  • News
This Country Club home at 13612 Matanzas Place sold for $965,000. It has three bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 3,210 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • November 1, 2020
Lake Club home tops Lakewood Ranch area sales at $1,775,000

Residential real estate transactions for the Lakewood Ranch area Oct. 12-16.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
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