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Lakewood Ranch High senior Nicholas Desouza says besides using summer workouts to better his soccer game, he tries to make sure he gets the proper rest while concentrating on his nutrition.
  • By Dani Hernandez |
  • July 31, 2024
Do high school athletes make the most of their summer?

Lakewood Ranch-area coaches say summer workouts key to improved performance.

  • East County
  • Sports
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center is growing with a new 170,000-square-foot, five-story tower being constructed on its campus.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 27, 2024
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center rated as a high-performing hospital

Doctors and patients say individualized and dedicated care at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center leads to positive outcomes.

  • East County
  • News
Felicia McDermott
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • March 27, 2024
New marketing manager steps up LBK chamber's social media

Felicia McDermott will help the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce recruit more members and grow its online presence.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Eleni Sokos, 35 is taking over the CEO role (Chief Executive Oyster) from Anna Maria Oyster Bar founder and co-owner John Horne, 63.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • May 29, 2024
Anna Maria Oyster Bar founder to slow down, names next CEO

Restaurateur John Horne found a succession plan in the office next door to his, with up-and-coming executive Eleni Sokos.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Shelter staff were at the entrance to welcome visitors.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • September 26, 2024
Sarasota residents settle into place at Southside Elementary shelter

The site is one of 12 evacuation centers operated by Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The home at 425 Titian Drive has four bedrooms, five-and-a-half baths, a pool and 5,903 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • August 15, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for July 29 to Aug. 2 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Nokomis

A Sorrento Shores home on Titian Drive tops the week's sales at $3.51 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
The "in-lieu-of fee" would be put into the parking fund to build downtown parking garages such as the Palm Avenue garage.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • December 23, 2010
Impact fee may fund new parking garages

The city is currently discussing giving developers the option of not building their own parking garages with their projects.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Baraka Atkins and Dumaka Atkins show campers the proper way to burst out of a stance as a lineman.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 3, 2024
Former football pros give lessons at free camp for Sarasota youth

The camp is the first of its kind put on by Truly Valued, Inc., in the hopes of uniting the community.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Lakewood Ranch's Nolan and Trey Naese are graduating from The Out-of-Door Academy.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 21, 2024
Lakewood Ranch twins set different paths after graduation from ODA

Trey Naese is headed to Notre Dame, while Nolan Naese is going to Towson.

  • East County
  • Schools
Transition Sarasota rebrands as Community Harvest SRQ
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 20, 2024
Transition Sarasota rebrands as Community Harvest SRQ

The change is intended to better reflect the organization's mission to close the hunger gap.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 16, 2024
Sarasota School Board election brings critical issues into spotlight

Candidates share their visions on issues including finances, political division and fostering academic success.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Longboat sets maximum millage for fiscal year 2025
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • July 5, 2024
Longboat sets maximum millage for fiscal year 2025

Certified property values will bring in some additional revenue for the new fiscal year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Joe Casey, Michael Jayne Walker and Brian Ott star in "59th Street Bridge," which runs through March 30 at FST's Goldstein Cabaret.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 12, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Nov. 14-20

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Charlie "CJ" Melton stars in Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's Young Artist Showcase on May 19-20.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 14, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for May 16-22

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Margery and Charles Barancik
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 27, 2024
Applications open for TIME Fellowship grants

Sarasota County Schools educators are eligible for grants of up to $12,000 awarded by the Barancik Foundation.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Guests gather at the entrance of the Peaceful Path at Peace Presbyterian Church for an art dedication on Sept. 28.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • September 29, 2024
East County church unveils its outdoor art gallery

A collection of artwork was added to the wooded trail at Peace Presbyterian Church.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Clarice was recovered by Mote on Oct. 31, 2023.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • March 19, 2024
Sea turtle released at Lido Key after rehabilitation at Mote

Clarice the loggerhead sea turtle was found last Halloween and was released on March 18 after care at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By JFCS of the Suncoast |
  • February 8, 2024
Building Strong Families for All Faiths

With a goal to empower individuals toward self-sufficiency and stability, JFCS services offer comprehensive care to community members in need.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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  • By Ian Swaby |
  • December 18, 2023
Music Compound now offers virtual, hybrid guitar instruction

The Sarasota music school's new course, “Introduction to Guitar Fundamentals: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide," was launched in early December.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Braden River High boys track and field senior Derek Anders.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 12, 2024
East County Athlete of the Week: Derek Anders

The Braden River High boys senior track and field athlete set a school record in the high jump on March 8.

  • East County
  • Sports
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