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By Jon Thaxton |
January 6, 2025

Our priority: Developers, people?

Former Sarasota County Commissioner Jon Thaxton responds to Matt Walsh's Dec. 24 column regarding the possible development near the Celery Fields.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Liz Ramos |
October 18, 2023

Manatee County high school marching bands gear up for state competition

The Braden River, Lakewood Ranch and Parrish bands are concentrated on growth in hopes of earning a medal at the top level.

East County
Schools

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 27, 2024

Longboat town leadership remains in place after uncontested runs

Two commissioners ran unopposed, and Mayor Ken Schneier and Vice Mayor Mike Haycock keep their seats for another term.

Longboat Key
News

By Matt Walsh |
May 15, 2024

Zoning: Killer of creativity

Truth is, zoning has created a disaster in the U.S. — unaffordable housing and high-rise columbariums.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Andrew Warfield |
April 24, 2024

Second suitor emerges to lease Payne Park Auditorium

Hispanic/Latino organization UnidosNow pitches the city on a proposal to occupy the city-owned building as The Sarasota Players' plan works its way through staff scrutiny.

Sarasota
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 31, 2024

Climate Adaptation Center receives $50K to expand outreach

The Sarasota-based nonprofit plans to use the grant funds to increase education efforts and support its annual climate conference.

Sarasota
News

By Petra Rivera |
September 26, 2023

Longboat resident nominated for Portfolio Manager of The Year

Catherine Avery Investment Management employs an "ultra-personal" strategy to engage clients in the investing process.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Letter to the Editor |
August 13, 2024

Don't let mistruths spread about SMH distract from hospital board's real issues

The chair of the Sarasota County Hospital Board debunks claims made about SMH during election season.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Lesley Dwyer |
May 6, 2024

Nurse-turned-florist finds roots with Posies Flower Truck

Julie Peters's budding business will be making the rounds at special events in Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch.

East County
Business

By Jessica Salmond |
October 21, 2015

Manatee County Library System modernizes online system

The new library catalogue includes a community information database.

East County
News

By Mirabai Holland |
September 1, 2024

For good health, the answer is simple: Take a walk

Getting your steps in can help keep you feeling younger and protect against multiple maladies.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Adrian Moore |
March 13, 2024

Sarasota’s own answer to crime reduction

The most intractable problem of crime is that of repeat offenders. Solving that is no easy task, but in Sarasota, an impressive nonprofit called Project 180 is showing it can be done.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
February 21, 2025

The best things to do in Lakewood Ranch this spring

From live music to classic cars, the Lakewood Ranch area has events for everyone.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Andrew Warfield |
November 9, 2023

Here's the Sarasota news you might have missed this summer

The long, hot summer saw a "perfect storm," soaring construction costs and record-setting real estate sales.

Sarasota
News

By Adam Hughes |
April 8, 2025

Top residential real estate sales for March 24-28 in Lakewood Ranch

A Concession home on Lindrick Lane topped the week’s sales at $2.85 million.

East County
Real Estate

By Mark Bergin |
February 9, 2022

Longboat Key establishes permitting process for permanently installed fire pits

Developers can now build permanently installed fire pits through a town-issued permitting process.

Longboat Key
News

By Jay Heater |
May 29, 2024

Lakewood Ranch man perseveres through kidney transplant process

Rob Rempert has been on the kidney transplant list for four years but has faith the system will come through for him. He says more kidneys would be available if people understood the system and UNOS.