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Nick Calise digs the holes for the planting at Heron's Nest Nature Park as part of the microforest effort.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 19, 2023
Seeds of the future planted at Lakewood Ranch microforest

The Miyawaki method allows trees to grow into a 100-year forest in a decade.

  • East County
  • News
Cynthia Saunders, the superintendent of the School District of Manatee County, reaches a settlement agreement with the Education Practices Commission. File photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 11, 2022
Manatee schools superintendent settles with Education Practices Commission

School District of Manatee County Superintendent Cynthia Saunders is fined for alleged graduation rate inflation scandal.

  • East County
  • Schools
Golf legend Nick Price tells the crowd about what went into planning the golf course and what it will be like to play the course.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • December 12, 2023
Soleta Golf Club plans to put Myakka City on the map as golf destination

Golf legends Nick Price and David Leadbetter are part of the team behind the Soleta Golf Club.

  • East County
  • News
Longboat Key resident Rusty Chinnis offers private fly casting lessons.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 10, 2024
The art of fly casting: Lessons from a local guide

A Longboat Observer reporter spends an afternoon learning fly casting from local fisherman and resident Rusty Chinnis.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Flock SRQ, a social club and indoor playhouse for young children, will open Dec. 8.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 5, 2023
Indoor playhouse, children's social club opens in Sarasota

The Flock SRQ will offer a wide variety of classes, programs, toys, meet-ups and events for children ages 4 and under.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Sarasota senior running back Joe Ziegler has set an initial target of 1,200 yards for the 2023 season.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 17, 2023
Sarasota High football gets a new attitude for 2023

First-year Head Coach Josh Phillips ushers in a fresh Sailors era.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Dee Donegan said the key to her success is her ability to drive the ball "long and straight."
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 26, 2023
Rosedale golfer has won 17 of past 20 women's club championships

Bradenton's Dee Donegan said she views the sport as her "happy place."

  • East County
  • Sports
Sea turtle nests are marked with bright yellow stakes connected with fluorescent tape. This is meant to protect them from beach rakers and everyday beachgoers.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • September 12, 2023
Sea turtle nesting season, ordinance continue through Oct. 31

There could still be unmarked nests and others could still hatch, said the Longboat Key Turtle Watch vice president.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Observer critic’s picks for Sarasota live theater in 2024
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 8, 2024
Observer critic’s picks for Sarasota live theater in 2024

From gut-wrenching drama to reimaginings of Shakespeare, there's something for everybody on Sarasota stages in 2024.

  • Arts + Culture
The Stage proposal would triple the size of Payne Park auditorium.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 28, 2024
The Stage proposal would triple size of Payne Park city building

The Stage at Payne Park's plan would turn the space into a 300-seat performing arts venue for The Sarasota Players and other community groups.

  • Sarasota
  • News
What was once the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch's administration building now sits empty.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 24, 2024
Lease termination settlement costs Manatee County $375,000

Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches, a child and family services nonprofit, originally requested $2.96 million in compensation after its lease was terminated.

  • East County
  • News
Men told to stop 'jumpscaring' downtown pedestrians
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 10, 2024
Men told to stop 'jumpscaring' downtown pedestrians

Leaping from the shadows in the darkness of night, two men tell police they were only frightening passersby for fun. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Habitat restoration zones help protect plants and wildlife, while offering park visitors superior wildlife viewing opportunities thanks to reduced human-related disturbances.
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • December 12, 2023
Habitat restoration zones help stabilize natural environment

These areas give wildlife and vegetation a chance to flourish free from human disturbances.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
John Harkness takes the majority of his pictures from this dock behind his Longboat Harbour condominium. (Photo by Lesley Dwyer)
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • June 20, 2022
Longboat Harbour resident, retired firefighter shifts to up-and-coming photographer

John Harkness retired on Longboat Key in 2018 from a firefighter career and began photography with his iPhone two-and-a-half years ago.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Mustangs salute their student section following a 10-8 win over Gibbs High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 21, 2023
Lakewood Ranch High football picks up third win of 2023

The Mustangs (3-5) were 10-8 victors over Gibbs High (0-7) at home.

  • East County
  • Sports
Manatee County seeks input on comprehensive development plan
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • August 3, 2023
Manatee County seeks input on comprehensive development plan

Residents can provide feedback at various community workshops.

  • East County
  • News
Nokomis 15-month-old Lilly Murphy has a unique approach to mini golfing. Her mother, Heather Murphy, says UTC Kids Club is a new way for them to find a different playgroup.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • August 23, 2023
UTC Kids Club provides activities for children to enjoy

Dozens attended the first UTC Kids Club of the season on the Green at UTC.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Cash Register mixes the pancake batter at the 2017 Kiwanis Club pancake breakfast.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • April 9, 2024
Cash Register's generosity touched many Longboaters' hearts

Loved ones celebrate Register's life and recount his kindness and dedication to community causes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Artists Court is one of three downtown Sarasota developments that will include affordable housing units.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 21, 2024
Attainable housing is 'happening' downtown, says Sarasota planning director

A city incentive has developers including a percentage of affordable housing in downtown residential project plans.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Cardinal Mooney High football celebrates its first state championship since 1972.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 14, 2023
Senior class leads Cardinal Mooney football to state title win

The Cardinal Mooney High Cougars got key contributions from several members of the class against Trinity Catholic.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
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