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The Mustangs salute their student section following a 10-8 win over Gibbs High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 21, 2023
Lakewood Ranch High football picks up third win of 2023

The Mustangs (3-5) were 10-8 victors over Gibbs High (0-7) at home.

  • East County
  • Sports
Myra Maldonado shows the inside of one of the salt caves. The salt came from Pakistan, and the cave was designed to transport people to a calm, relaxing "safe haven," she says.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 29, 2024
Salt Caves and Spa encourages healthy lifestyles with 'safe haven'

Owners Myra and Rafier Maldonado opened The Salt Caves and Spa after trying to find holistic treatments for their mothers, who died of cancer.

  • East County
  • Business
The home at 20819 Parkstone Terrace in The Concession has generated worldwide interest and is listed at $6,999,000.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 23, 2024
Elite home market increases in Lakewood Ranch area

A $7 million home in The Concession, nicknamed the Magnolia Estate, is the latest listing that will draw international attention.

  • East County
  • News
Updated town budget lowers millage rate, increases revenue, expenses
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • August 8, 2023
Updated town budget lowers millage rate, increases revenue, expenses

Town Manager Howard Tipton presented the Longboat Key Town Commission with slight changes to the anticipated budget, which is set to be adopted in September.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Bayfront Park Recreation Center remains structurally sound, but new plans may be discussed in the future.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • November 28, 2023
Conceptual planning nears for Longboat rec center replacement

Money is set aside to begin preliminary planning for the Bayfront Park Recreation Center, but the question remains as to whether the idea will stick.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota High senior quarterback Johnny Squitieri threw for 245 yards and a touchdown against Southeast High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 26, 2023
Sarasota High football wants to build on first win under new coach

The Sailors are 1-7 after a 25-6 win over Southeast High on Oct. 20.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Golf course architect Richard Mandell watches as the first green, No. 15, is sprigged at Bobby Jones Golf Club.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 29, 2023
Bobby Jones restoration reaches last major milestone

Sprigging the greens at the city-owned golf course means rebuilding the Donald Ross design is nearing completion.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Longboat Key Fire Rescue department shows off their new Jaws of Life equipment, purchsed with a $39,000 grant from Firehouse Subs. From left to right: John Cz, Kaite Fountain, Public Information Officer Tina Adams, William Lewis, Ryan Corso, Lt. Ron Koper and Chief Paul Dezzi.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • September 27, 2023
Firehouse Subs grant provides LBK Fire Rescue with ‘game-changing’ equipment

Roughly $39,000 in grant money from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation went toward the purchase of gear for Longboat's firefighters.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A writer's studio in the Hermitage House, which was built in 1907 as a beachfront homestead.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • December 11, 2023
Hermitage Fellows find success on and off Broadway

A fellowship at Hermitage Artist Retreat on Manasota Beach can spark creative breakthroughs.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 16, 2018
Culture Collective gets a dose of flower power at Selby Gardens

The young art patrons group got a private tour of The Orchid Show: ‘Endless Forms’ Nov. 15 at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

  • Arts + Culture
Attending the Builders Give Back meeting: (back row) Christa Folkers (LWRCF), Kyle Bernethy (M/I Homes), Chris Pereira (Pulte Homes), David Hunihan (Lee Wetherington Homes), Dominick Giallombardo (Stock Development), Ashley Miller-Cafiero (AR Homes), and Sandi Shahinian-Levins (SMR); 
(front row) Michelle Tucker (Lennar Homes) Amy Brown (John Cannon), Svetlana Stelmach (Homes by Towne), Ciara Kilian (Neal Signature Homes), Christine McKelvey (Neal Communities) and Mark Clark (LWRCF).
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 1, 2024
LWR Community Foundation's builders program continues to grow

Lennar Homes is the latest builder to consider joining Builders Give Back.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Jazz Club of Sarasota presents Hot Tonic Orchestra Thursday, Sept. 12, on the Marcy & Michael Klein Plaza of the Sarasota Art Museum.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 10, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Sept. 12-18

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Finishing touches are being put on the town's Karon Family Pavilion.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • June 12, 2023
Longboat Key town center stage gets finishing touches

The stage is expected to be fully complete within the next two months.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Longboat Fire Rescue ensures crew can handle the heat
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • December 17, 2023
Longboat Fire Rescue ensures crew can handle the heat

The Longboat Fire Rescue Department completed its second live fire training of the year, reviewing breathing techniques, saving victims and fighting fires.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Save Our Seabirds
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • July 6, 2024
Save Our Seabirds receives grant for drainage improvements on campus

The rescue and rehabilitation nonprofit on City Island was forced to evacuate some birds during June 11 storm.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Whitney Plaza Community Center would be located at 6810 Gulf of Mexico Drive.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • November 10, 2023
Contracts, full remodel needed for Whitney Plaza Community Center

A few pieces still need to fall into place before the remodel and opening of the Whitney Plaza Community Center on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Longboat Key Garden Club officers Susan Loprete, Sharon Meir, Susan Mason, Melanie Dale, Lyn Haycock and Susan Phillips at the 2023 club's Arbor Day Picnic & Annual Meeting.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • May 15, 2024
Longboat Key Garden Club plans member cookbook

Next fall, a Garden Club cookbook will be available for purchase with members' favorite nature-themed recipes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Summit offers residents chance to quiz Manatee representatives
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 10, 2024
Summit offers residents chance to quiz Manatee representatives

The summit is scheduled from 9:30 a.m. to noon on Feb. 23 at the Lakewood Ranch Library.

  • East County
  • News
The town commission is scheduled to discuss the new sign code at its Nov. 13 regular workshop meeting.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • October 17, 2017
New Longboat sign code approved by planning and zoning

After months of debate, the Planning and Zoning Board approved the town's latest rendition of its sign code.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Caryn Wilbraham and her foster kittens Tarporley and Neven
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • May 22, 2024
Longboat resident provides foster care for kittens in need

Humane Society board member Caryn Wilbraham has fostered more than 40 kittens since 2021.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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