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The core library space is estimated to be around 8,000 square feet.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • March 7, 2024
Second public workshop on the way for Longboat public library

The meeting on March 18 will give residents another opportunity to weigh in on the project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dick Vitale said he hopes to give a speech at the 2024 Dick Vitale Gala on May 3.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 18, 2024
Dick Vitale talks about his new book, his voice and a return to broadcasting

Vitale says he plans on continuing his broadcasting career in the 2024-2025 college basketball season.

  • East County
  • Sports
Get a close-up look at the Budweiser Clydesdales on Thursday at 5 p.m. at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 14, 2024
Clydesdales show off in Manatee and Sarasota counties

The famous Budweiser team has several stops that include Siesta Key, North Port, Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
At the Salty Dog be sure to say, "I'll get the fish and chips, extra crispy please."
  • By Emma Burke |
  • June 14, 2024
The best fish and chips in Sarasota and Manatee counties

Battered bliss: The best renditions found this side of the pond.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Modern Smile Design |
  • March 4, 2024
Modern Smile Design Is The Best Office To Get Teeth Straightening Invisalign

Do you want to know why Modern Smile Design is the best in Sarasota, FL?

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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Danny Walker hits his tee shot on the No. 18 hole at Lakewood National Golf Club on day three of the 2024 LECOM Suncoast Classic. Walker, a Lakewood Ranch High graduate, shot eight under par Saturday and is 13 under par for the tournament.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 20, 2024
Leaderboard takes shape heading into final day of LECOM Suncoast Classic

Patrick Cover leads at 18 under par, and a Lakewood Ranch High alumnus is in the top 10.

  • East County
  • Sports
Annabeth Howell and James Nicholson at the stingray touch tank at Mote Marine Aquarium in August 2023.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • July 15, 2024
Longboat Key Garden Club sends 16 students to Mote camp

The club funded its most Mote summer camp scholarships ever for children who live on Longboat or whose parents work on Longboat.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch Elks Exalted Ruler Kevin Burke and EFELT Executive Director Andrea Hitcho stand in front of bins at the Elks Club used to collect food donations.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 14, 2024
Lakewood Ranch Elks seek storage area for its food donation program

The Elks provide more than 500 children with free meals through its Elks Feeding Empty Little Tummies program.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Alexander Simon, 1, makes his way across the floor in the Diaper Derby.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 28, 2024
Community Baby Shower helps provide for essential needs

The 2024 Community Baby Shower highlighted services for families while keeping kids entertained with events like the “Diaper Derby.”

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The ukulele band The Birdwatchers plays Fogartyville April 12.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 9, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for April 11-17

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
New museum to feature model railroad and vintage toys
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 1, 2024
New museum to feature model railroad and vintage toys

Lakewood Ranch's Richard Pierson expects to open Sarasota Toy Museum and Moosehead Toys and Comics, with space dedicated to an HO scale model train layout, in July.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Keep politics out of medicine, SMH
  • By Patricia Maraia |
  • July 29, 2024
Keep politics out of medicine, SMH

The Medical Freedom movement has morphed into polarizing agendas that present an imminent threat to the quality and longevity of our valued community hospital.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Asolo Rep's "Dial M For Murder," the musical based on the classic Alfred Hitchcock film, runs through April 25 at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 26, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for March 28 to April 3

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
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St. Regis Longboat Key welcomes locals for soft opening
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 16, 2024
St. Regis Longboat Key welcomes locals for soft opening

The resort, which has been under construction for nearly three years, unveiled the awe-worthy features of the five-star property.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota resident Kelly Franklin has filed an amended complaint alleging defamation against City Commissioner Kyle Battie.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • July 8, 2024
Amended city commissioner complaint shifts focus from slander to libel

A Sarasota resident challenges the prior ruling that Kyle Battie was acting as an elected official when he made racial allegations during a public meeting.

  • Sarasota
  • News
AMOB's apricot-horseradish sauce pairs perfectly with their coconut shrimp dinner ($23.99).
  • By Emma Burke |
  • June 1, 2024
Shrimply the best shrimp dishes around town

Where to find the best shrimp dishes in Sarasota, Longboat Key, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch and Anna Maria Island.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Dr. Coeurlida Ashby speaks at the Paradise Center.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • July 26, 2024
Longboat doctor hosts seminar on heart disease prevention

Dr. Coerlida Ashby said that 80% of heart disease is preventable and that the first step is knowing your numbers and risk.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Xavier Uhlinse made 20 of his 25 shots to win the Boys 12-13 division of the Elks Hoop Shoot event held Dec. 6 at Haile Middle.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 12, 2023
Elks Hoop Shoot lets local athletes in on national free throw competition

Six winners from a local event at Haile Middle will advance to the district stage of competition.

  • East County
  • Sports
Waylon Roberts of Canada rides Fernhill Salt Lake as they change speeds while approaching a jump during the Event at TerraNova Saturday in Myakka.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 18, 2023
The Event at TerraNova in Myakka goes into final day Sunday

World-class show jumping and the Empty Bowls fundraiser highlight the final day of competition.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Bia Candle Co. was among the 20 recipients of the Business Assistance Funds Program.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 24, 2023
Grants awarded to minority-owned businesses in Sarasota-Manatee

The Opportunities For All initiative named 20 local companies recipients of its 2023 Business Assistance Funds Program.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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