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A rendering of One Park West.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 30, 2024
One Park West approval completes planning for The Quay

The construction schedule will depend on final plans for the adjacent Hyatt Regency site redevelopment, which will impact views and pricing in the 69-unit residential tower.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Carmie Snider helps his grandson Gabriel Legutko as Legutko works to earn his Eagle Scout rank by rebuilding a Christmas tree stand at Oneco Hope Global Methodist Church.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 2, 2024
Myakka Boy Scout becomes third in his family to earn Eagle Scout rank

Following in his brothers' footsteps, Gabriel Legutko adds to his family's scouting legacy.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch High senior Evan Bolick committed to Ave Maria University.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 16, 2024
East County Athlete of the Week: Evan Bolick

The Lakewood Ranch High senior defensive end committed to Ave Maria University on Jan. 14.

  • East County
  • Sports
Robert Karlsson said he's expecting to be challenged by the three-team format of the World Champions Cup, held Dec. 7-10 at The Concession Golf Club.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 3, 2023
Robert Karlsson brings his analytical eye to World Champions Cup

The golfer known as "The Scientist" will play for Team Europe against Team USA and Team International.

  • East County
  • Sports
Gino Calleja and Cristel Ramires serve soup with Kolucan Mexican Bar and Grill.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 12, 2024
Bowls of Hope helps fill the bowls of those in need

All Faiths Food Bank's largest fundraiser of the year, Bowls of Hope welcomed the community for a sampling of artisan bowls and soups in support of the food bank.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
From left, Capt. Demetri Konstantopoulos, Cory McDonnell  of Grassroots K9 Sarasota, Officer Jake Nelson, K9 Brody, Chief Rex Troche, K9 Bruin, Officer Adam Bearden and Lt. Dwayne Shellhammer.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 15, 2024
Two SPD K9 units now qualified for explosives detection

A pair of K9 teams complete training to enhance the Sarasota Police Department's explosive ordnance detection capabilities.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A worker helps repair the thatch roof of Captain Curt's Crab & Oyster Bar.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • October 16, 2024
Some Siesta Key restaurants reopen after Hurricane Milton

Amid the impacts of two successive hurricanes, a glimmer of business activity is emerging on Siesta Key.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
CERT members Jill and Jordan Perlin, along with Lakewood Ranch CERT President Jim Emanuelson, presented hurricane preparedness information on June 4 at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • June 11, 2024
Hurricane preparedness tailored to Lakewood Ranch

The Lakewood Ranch CERT held a public information session at Town Hall.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota County Chief Deputy Tax Collector Sherri Smith and County Commissioner Mike Moran listen to a question along with moderator Morgan Bentley at the Sarasota Tiger Bay Club candidate forum.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • September 9, 2024
Surprise debate erupts at Tiger Bay Club candidate forum

Barbara Ford-Coates' chief lieutenant steps up to go toe-to-toe with Sarasota Tax Collector opponent Mike Moran.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Do what’s best for the children
  • By Karen Rose |
  • June 6, 2024
Do what’s best for the children

Data showing rising third-grade reading scores are proof Superintendent Terry Connor’s changes are producing positive results.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
A Key location could have a small book store, like this Goodwill Manasota book store on 55th Avenue East, but would not have a major retail component. Photo by Amanda Sebastiano
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 22, 2015
Goodwill still shopping for Longboat Key location

The nonprofit’s interest in the Key hasn’t dropped off. Now, it’s seeking goodwill from the town in hopes of building a donation center.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Don’t stop. Complete Longboat Key library project now.
  • By Letter to the Editor |
  • February 21, 2024
Don’t stop. Complete Longboat Key library project now.

Longboat's mayor writes to urge on progress for the library project at the Town Center Green.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Jen Hamey is running for the District 1 seat on the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 23, 2024
Parrish attorney runs for District 1 seat on Manatee Commission

Jennifer Hamey says her law skills will help her serve her Manatee County constituents.

  • East County
  • News
The championship field at Sarasota County's 17th Street Park youth softball complex will feature a center field berm for spectators. The field is oriented toward the northeast to avoid direct sun toward home plate.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 30, 2024
Work on reimagined 17th Street Regional Park begins early 2025

The 18-month project first phase is expected to be complete in late 2026, including a youth and adult softball complex and multi-purpose athletic fields.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A commission meeting is being held on Saturday, May 18 at the Lakewood Ranch High School auditorium.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 13, 2024
Manatee commissioners ready to talk 'all things Lakewood Ranch'

A County Commission meeting will be held Saturday, May 18 to help those who can't take time off during the work week.

  • East County
  • News
Angel Davila said a padel court is 20 meters long, or approximately 66 feet, and 10 meters wide, or approximately 33 feet.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 21, 2023
Palm Aire courts a growing racket sport in padel

The Sarasota country club is the first and only private club in Florida to offer a padel court.

  • East County
  • Sports
Erik Arroyo wants to name the next Sarasota city attorney sooner than later.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • September 20, 2024
City attorney replacement remains in limbo

Commissioner Debbie Trice forced a delay in the naming of successor so she can vet her colleague's top choice.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Red, White and Blueberry Celebration at Fiorelli Winery is about bringing people together to celebrate community and the country's independence.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 14, 2024
Fiorelli Winery celebration to benefit Suncoast Charities

Sales from the Red, White and Blueberry Celebration on June 29 will benefit Sarasota nonprofit Suncoast Charities for Children.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch resident Keltsey Costner stops to meet Cleopatra at Barks and Brews on Aug. 13.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 17, 2024
Dogs let loose during luau at University Town Center in Sarasota

The monthly event at University Town Center's The Green benefits Nate's Honor Animal Rescue.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The Riverview High girls soccer team celebrates after defeating Sunlake High 2-1 on the road Jan. 22.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 24, 2024
Your guide to Sarasota's high school soccer playoffs

A handful of local teams have a chance to make postseason runs.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
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