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Sharleen Kow and John Vann wait their turn on Aug. 17 to ask commissioners to vote down a measure to reduce wetland protections.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • September 28, 2023
Final vote nears on protection of Manatee wetlands

Backers of each side of issue present their views of reducing wetland protections to state levels.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 13, 2013
SCF to hold baseball camp

The 217 Sports/SCF 2013 summer baseball camp will be held from 2-5 p.m. June 17-20, at Bob Wynn Field on the campus of the State College of Florida.

  • East County
  • Sports
Ella Walker, 17, Abby Duplissey, 19, Patty Foley and Lauren Taylor Nock perform with the ballet team.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 18, 2025
Sarasota Ski-A-Rees host first show since hurricanes

Although waters were rough, the waterskiing nonprofit still braved the conditions to offer its first performance since hurricanes Helene and Milton.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Willie Shaw
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 27, 2025
Former Sarasota mayor recalls family's history of military service

Willie Shaw's father, Wade C. Shaw, was a World War II veteran, and the history goes back further.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Gulf of Mexico Drive was shut down due to a gas leak near the 3400 block on Wednesday, Feb. 5.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 5, 2025
Gulf of Mexico Drive reopens following gas leak

Both lanes of Gulf of Mexico Drive on Longboat Key shut down from 2-3 p.m. Wednesday due to a gas leak.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • November 22, 2010
Property tax deadline nears

Property owners wanting to take advantage of a discounted rate have only a week to do so.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rob Lorei, anchor of Florida This Week on WEDU PBS moderated the Longboat Key Democratic Club event on Nov. 19. On the panel were Shelley Reback and Jacob Ogles.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • November 22, 2024
LBK Democratic Club hosts journalists to discuss recent election losses

The club’s Nov. 19 event brought a panel of journalists to discuss and answer questions about state and national election results that favored the Republican Party.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Philoptochos members (back) Betty Karras, Pat Trempelas, Peggy Doukas, Connie Gorzelany, (front) Janet Rantis, Marilyn Blazakis, Connie Chalkis and Diane Kontonickas work to make Autumn Fest a successful fundraiser for local nonprofits.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 13, 2024
St. Barbara Church to benefit local nonprofit with Autumn Fest

The Greek Orthodox church's Philoptochos chapter is focused on helping the less fortunate through Greek food.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Columbia Restaurant is known for its authentic Cuban sandwiches, vibrant paella and signature sangria.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 29, 2025
Columbia Restaurant preserves family tradition while evolving with the times

A staple for visitors and locals alike, the Columbia Restaurant shares the legacy behind its tasty traditions.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Riverview High's DJ Johnson ran for 1,660 yards and 23 touchdowns in 2023.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 22, 2024
Riverview High football wants to build on successful foundation

The Rams have the skill position talent to make a postseason run.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Andrea Helme has lived in Lakewood Ranch since 1999.
  • By Eric Snider |
  • November 19, 2024
Pioneering LWR woman finds comfort in raising funds for Alzheimer's research

Longtime Lakewood Ranch resident Andrea Helme marches forward on her goal of raising funds for Alzheimer's research and care.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Mary Ann Robinson (1928-2025)
  • In Memoriam |
  • February 13, 2025
Mary Ann Robinson

Mary Ann Waters Robinson, 97, passed peacefully at home on January 2, 2025, attended by her devoted caregivers.

  • Sarasota
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Elyssa Ackerman, Saleeah Kofar-Naisa and Naomi Flores
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • April 30, 2024
Christ Church sponsors reading of new children's book

The Sarasota-based authors of "Jamani's Lucky Day" entertained students in the Reading Buddies program at 13th Avenue Dream Center in Bradenton.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Bill Curphey was honored by The Florida Bar in June in Orlando for his 50 years as an attorney.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 28, 2024
Attorney isn't ready to rest his case

Mill Creek's Bill Curphey is still active after 50 years as an attorney.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Marlon Brown (left) will retire as Sarasota city manager on Oct. 15. Deputy City Manager Patrick Robinson (right) has expressed no interest in replacing him.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 1, 2024
Senior city staff member may become interim city manager

An unidentified City of Sarasota director level employee is under consideration to replace the retiring Marlon Brown as the city plans for national search.

  • Sarasota
  • News
There are an estimated 700 vacation rental properties across the city of Sarasota.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 24, 2024
Hundreds of vacation rentals still not registered with the city

Deadline to register vacation rentals with the city of Sarasota is Dec. 31. Some 600 unregistrated properties remain.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Alan Staniforth is a sailing instructor for adults at the Sarasota Sailing Squadron and also teaches throughout the season.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • July 28, 2024
Sarasota Sailing Squadron teaches adults to sail in weeklong camp

General Manager Eduardo Sylvestre started the camps to make sailing more accessible to those getting a late start.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Longboat Key residents attend the final class of the Citizens Academy of Government program at the Longboat Key Fire Rescue Department on Feb. 19.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • December 9, 2023
Citizens Academy teaches how Longboat Key's government works

The seven-week course will explore the inner workings of local government and highlight the town's goals for the future.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Riverview High girls soccer team gathers at midfield before its home match against Lemon Bay on Jan. 10.
  • By Dylan Campbell |
  • January 16, 2025
Riverview girls soccer seeks second straight district title

After the departure of six seniors in 2024, the Rams have reloaded with a rock-solid senior class and a promising group of underclassmen.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The home at 551 Putter Lane has four bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 5,059 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • July 31, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for July 15-19 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A Country Club Shores home on Putter Lane tops the week's sales at $5.75 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
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