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  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • October 26, 2016
Columbia President Richard Gonzmart reveals $4M plans for Longboat Key eatery

Plans call for spending up to $4 million to build a new restaurant at the location.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lakewood Ranch Town Hall Executive Director Eva Rey is ready to get back to work after receiving a contract extension and bonus. Photo by Kurt Schultheis
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 18, 2014
Rey earns bonus, extended contract

Lakewood Ranch Town Hall Executive Director Eva Rey received unanimous support, a three-year contract extension and a $5,000 bonus June 12.

  • East County
  • News
Dalton Burroughs, 3, tries to hit a ball through a wicket with a mallet, Wednesday, June 6.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • June 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Children's Day at Phillippi Farmhouse Market

The Phillippi Farmhouse Market celebrated the beginning of summer with a Children's Day from 9 am to 2 pm, Wednesday, June 6. There were a variety of free activities including face painting, arts and crafts, games, live music and a watermelon seed-spitting contest

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Heather Hooper’s gloved hand full of trash found during the Barefoot Wine Beach Cleanup Thursday, Sept. 8, at Ted Sperling Park.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • September 8, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Barefoot Wine Beach Cleanup

Barefoot Wine held a beach cleanup from 5 - 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 8, at Ted Sperling Park. Around 20 people came out to help clean the beach and park areas. After the cleanup the participants were invited to head over to Daiquiri Deck on St. Armands for some wine and free appetizers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Brody Kauffman, 7, nearly reached the top.
  • By Michael Eng |
  • March 31, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Bayside Community Church Eggolution

Hundreds of pint-sized hunters flocked to Bayside Community Church's annual Eggolution Easter Egg Hunt March 31, at the softball fields at Lakewood Ranch High School. Following the hunt, families enjoyed a plethora of activities, including inflatable obstacle courses, a rock-climbing wall, bungee challenge and free hot dogs.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Mizui Asuka and Tomomi Yase give the peace sign while posing with Mason Bo and Lori Bo, Sunday, March 25, at the Kiltie and Green Band picnic.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Kiltie Band and Green Band beach party

The Riverview High School Kiltie Band and the members of Japan's world-famous Green Band had a picnic and cookout, Sunday, March 25 at Siesta Key Beach. The two bands will be performing a free concert tonight, Tuesday, March 27, at the Riverview Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 16, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: TriForce Pictures Film Festival Soirée

PHOTO GALLERY: TriForce Pictures Film Festival Soirée

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 25, 2015
Ranch residents embrace health, wellness

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center today hosted a health and wellness expo.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Hunter Montague listens closely to his friend, Dinorex’s, heartbeat
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • September 28, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: LWR Health & Wellness Expo

Saturday afternoon Lakewood Ranch Medical Center turned into a family fairground of healthy fun. The hospital hosted the annual Health and Wellness Expo, which included fun for the whole family. Disney's Doc McStuffins was there for the kids while inside the lobby, free tests, treats and health tricks were available for parents.

  • East County
  • News
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  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 19, 2025
New library app a boon for Manatee residents

More than 7,000 newspaper and magazine titles can be accessed for free with PressReader.

  • East County
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Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport expects to serve 4.3 million passengers in 2023, up from 1.3 mlllion in 2019.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 19, 2023
SRQ nears final approval for commercial development

One more City Commission vote remains in the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport's quest to win rezoning to build revenue-producing properties.

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  • News
  • By Greg Bortnichak |
  • August 8, 2012
Sarasota Opera puts a new spin on tradition with 2012-2013 season opener

Sarasota Opera puts a new spin on tradition with 2012-2013 season opener

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The Legacy Trail's east-west segment runs past the Pompano Trailhead, just south of Robarts Arena.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • July 13, 2022
Newest Legacy Trail stop opens in Sarasota

The Pompano Trailhead features 12 lighted pickleball courts and other amenities.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sasha Crewdson
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • March 22, 2021
Sarasota County Fair returns with 2021 event

The fair will run through March

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U.S. Open Women's Champion Paula Creamer hosted a clinic in honor of The Ritz-Carlton Members Golf Club's fifth anniversary.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 23, 2011
Paula Creamer tees off out east

U.S. Women's Open Champion Paula Creamer conducted a clinic for members and their guests in celebration of the fifth anniversary of The Ritz- Carlton Members Golf Club Jan. 22. During the clinic, Creamer provided instructional tips and insight into her winning shots, answered questions and demonstrated some of her shots.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 17, 2011
Gator Air Conditioning wins championship

Gator Air Conditioning recently captured the 2011 Spring Ball AAA Division championship for Lakewood Ranch Little League.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 26, 2012
Lady Thunder bounces back with win

The Out-of-Door Academy defeated Sarasota Christian 25-21, 25-13, 25-20 Sept. 25.

  • East County
  • Sports
Senior Jessica Cadorette hit a single to leadoff the bottom of the second inning.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 18, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Braden River vs. Venice

The Braden River High softball team defeated Venice 2-0 in the Class 7A-District 11 semifinals April 16. Senior Courtney Mirabella pitched a complete game, allowing three hits while striking out 15. With the win, the Lady Pirates will host Sarasota in tonight's district championship.

  • East County
  • Sports
Leadoff hitter Amber Wimmer hit a triple in her first at bat.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 18, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY:Lakewood Ranch vs. Dixie Hollins

The Lakewood Ranch High softball team defeated Dixie Hollins 6-0 in the Class 6A-District 12 semifinals April 17. Sophomore Amanda Rak pitched a complete game, allowing one hit while striking out 13. With the win, Lakewood will host Palmetto in the district championship April 19.

  • East County
  • Sports
2014 Tarpon Tournament Winner David Sugar and Mason Tush of CB's Saltwater Outfitters
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • July 19, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Tarpon Tournament Awards Banquet

The 84th annual Sarasota Tarpon Tournament came to a close with an Awards Banquet Saturday, July 19, at the Hyatt Regency. Anglers and family members enjoyed dinner and drinks to celebrate the end of the three-month tournament. The tournament finished with a fish-off on June 21st with angler David Sugar winning by catching and releasing 38¾ inches.

  • Sarasota
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