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Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance President and CEO Brittany Lamont and Board Chair Wayne Parrish are eager for members to hit the course for the Ranch Scramble.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • March 30, 2026
Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance takes a swing at networking

The Ranch Scramble draws 140 golfers and 40 businesses to Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By One Park Sarasota |
  • March 18, 2026
A Sarasota Townhome Collection Designed for Rooftop Living

The idea of lounging by a pool or taking a quick dip is always enticing, especially when that pool is in one’s private backyard or roof! This was the vision behind the development of One Park Sarasota’s Townhouse Collection. These three-story townhouses, located on the north side of the luxury condominium with views of The Bay, are redefining downtown Sarasota living.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
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Sarasota County has opened a 1.5-mile stretch of newly bifurcated Legacy Trail, separating bicyclists and other wheeled conveyances from walkers and runners.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 2, 2026
First phase of parallel track to Legacy Trail opens

A 1.5-mile stretch of bifurcated Legacy Trail opens to safely separate pedestrians from riders.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Artist Darina Bratkova, originally from Ukraine, is the creator of thought-provoking, water-based scenes that many visitors to St. Armands Circle first view when coming to the business hub. She shared how she got her start as an artist and her hopes for educating others in the future.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • April 1, 2026
St. Armands artist shares insight into thought-provoking art

After moving from Kyiv, Darina Bratkova found an opportunity to pursue her passion for art in Florida, growing to be a featured artist at a St. Armands Circle gallery.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Allen Clark set records at The Out-of-Door Academy. Now, his focus has shifted to his future, and what college he'll compete for.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • February 16, 2026
Out-of-Door Academy football star navigates recruiting chaos

Allen Clark, the Thunder's record-setting running back/linebacker has 20-plus offers to play at the next level.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Marie Selby Botanical Gardens |
  • February 3, 2026
Alexander Calder - The Nature of Movement

Alexander Calder: The Nature of Movement brings art, motion, and nature together at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, February 8–May 31, 2026.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Elite Sports Recovery Center |
  • March 26, 2026
Unlocking the Power of Active Healing

In today’s world of performance and longevity, recovery is no longer passive.

  • Health
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The spacious living area features 16-foot-high ceilings and views out to a forest of palm trees.
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • April 2, 2026
Lido Shores home pairs a modern aesthetic with splashes of personality

A Swiss architect's striking Lido Shores home blends clean lines, dramatic space and a deep connection to the tropical landscape.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Manatee County extends its burn ban until further notice to protect residents and animals from wildfires. This photo was taken by the East Manatee Fire Rescue in June 2024 when over 100 acres burned at Lake Manatee State Park.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 20, 2026
Manatee County extends burn ban as drought worsens

East Manatee Fire Rescue is urging residents to abide by the burn ban to protect their neighbors.

  • East County
  • News
Theo Chien and Peter Ginsburg test out their fire helmets at the Longboat Key Fire Rescue open house on March 25 at Station 92. The pair picked out some fire station-themed toys while meeting first responder staff at the annual event.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • March 27, 2026
Longboat families connect with first responders

Visitors of all ages got the chance to check out new first responder equipment and the big rigs at the Station 92 open house.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A Manatee County Sheriff's Office substation is under construction at Premier Sports Campus North.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 7, 2026
New county facilities headed for Lakewood Ranch area in 2026

Manatee County has multiple projects slated for Lena Road and Premier Sports Campus North.

  • East County
  • News
Man falls for electronic payments scam of $6,000
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 1, 2026
Man falls for electronic payments scam of $6,000

While liquidating assets prior to a move, a man transfers three transactions to an alleged buyer before finally figuring out he was conned. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
The St. Armands Circle garage didn't collect fees for several months after the 2024 hurricanes.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 26, 2026
City extends paid parking hours and hikes citation fines to cover deficit

The Sarasota City Commission approves extending paid parking to 24/7 and increasing citation fines to make the city's Parking Division solvent and fund future capital needs.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Gail Cristello will be a featured artist at the Creative Arts Association of Lakewood Ranch's Spring Art Show and Sale March 14 at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 5, 2026
Late start doesn't keep Lakewood Ranch artist from success

Country Club's Gail Cristello will be a featured artist at the Creative Art Association's Spring Art Show and Sale.

  • East County
  • Opinion
The green rectangle on the top is where the homes would be clustered.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 21, 2026
80-home project gets thumbs down from the Manatee Planning Commission

Bradenton Estates II is being proposed near the intersection of 18th Avenue East and Morgan Johnson Road.

  • East County
  • News
Pam Yulke, modeling an outfit by J. McLaughlin at the "Lights, Camera, Legacy" fashion show, is a past president and has been in the University Park Women's Club for 23 years.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • March 29, 2026
A fashionable event for the University Park Women's Club

Held at the Grove in Lakewood Ranch, the fashion show celebrated 25 years of the club.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Junior guard Anthony Bailey (center) was one of several players who couldn't find their offensive groove in Braden River's season-ending loss Feb. 20 to St. Petersburg.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • February 25, 2026
Season ends for Braden River boys basketball in regional semifinals

With 23 victories, the Pirates had their winningest season since 2011-12.

  • East County
  • Sports
Vern Buchanan has announced his retirement following 20 years in Congress.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 27, 2026
Longtime local legislator announces retirement from Congress

Vern Buchanan, who represents Florida's 16th District in the U.S. House of Representatives, has announced his retirement following 20 years in Washington.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lobbyists for the town of Longboat Key video called in to update Longboat Key Town Commission on state and federal legislation at a workshop meeting Tuesday, Feb. 17.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • February 23, 2026
Longboat leaders receive updates on property tax reform

Lobbyists updated the Longboat Key Town Commission on potential property tax reform in Tallahassee and appropriations in Washington.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Greenbrook's Tara Poulton is running for Manatee County's District 6 commission seat.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 7, 2026
Lakewood Ranch resident brings government experience to District 6 race

Tara Poulton's resume includes working for DeSoto County, the Southwest Florida Water Management District and Congressman Vern Buchanan.

  • East County
  • News
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