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  • By Eric Garwood |
  • August 7, 2021
UPDATE: No-swim advisory dropped for Longboat Key

Department of Health keeps advisories in place at Bird Key Park, Turtle Beach based on levels of bacteria found in follow-up testing.

  • Sarasota
  • News
High school football roundup: Week seven
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 8, 2022
High school football roundup: Week seven

A week of road games meant positive things for only one area school.

  • East County
  • Sports
The monument would be placed along I-75 near University Parkway and Fruitville Road, near the existing water tower.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • March 8, 2021
Sarasota considers welcome monument along I-75

County commissioners began conversations to install a welcome monument between University Parkway and Fruitville Road.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The no-swim advisory is expected to be in effect through at least 2 p.m. Thursday.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 3, 2019
UPDATE: No-swim advisory lifted at Lido Beach

Officials said it was safe to go back into the water after updated tests showed acceptable bacteria levels.

  • Sarasota
  • News
False shoplifting accusation results in a 44-cent refund
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 17, 2023
False shoplifting accusation results in a 44-cent refund

A man was falsely accused by grocery store employees of stealing bananas. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Jim Bridges says the investigation launched by the city into his contact with a Planning Board member about a project not related to One Park has unduly damaged his reputation.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 6, 2023
One Park investor demands apology from the city

James Bridges of Jebco Ventures says the city's inquiry request into a contact with a Planning Board member was unwarranted and harmful.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Halls will continue with current COVID protocols for selected acts as demanded by artist contracts.
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • March 4, 2022
COVID-19 regulations change for arts organizations

A number of local arts organizations have elected to modify their existing pandemic regulations.

  • Arts + Culture
Medical Assisting students Esbeydi Penaloza and Jackie Pizano go through how to teach someone how to use a walker.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 24, 2021
Healthcare workers on the way in Manatee County

Manatee Technical College goes to hybrid programs to meet increasing healthcare industry needs.

  • East County
  • News
Dignitaries take part in the ceremonial opening of The Bay Park. (Photo by Andrew Warfield)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 24, 2022
Dignitaries open The Bay with ribbon-cutting

The first phase is ready for fun, while funding is approved for the second phase of the bayfront project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch High graduate Ashley Pater, a freshman at the University of Southern California, helped the Trojans win a fourth-state NCAA Championship.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 24, 2023
Former East County high school athletes excel at next level

These five alums are continuing the success they started with their local playing careers.

  • East County
  • Sports
Panache with Pooches Fashion Show models Zooey and Sandy Koolkin give their best pose.
  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • February 9, 2023
Pooches take the catwalk

Sarasota Garden Club presents a charity fashion show with furry models.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Longboat police help resident avoid scam
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • April 25, 2023
Longboat police help resident avoid scam

A resident inquired about mail asking for money and personal info. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Barbara Gerdeman and Elizabeth Goodwill are taking dramatic license to get their Creative Liberties off the ground. (Photo: Spencer Fordin)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • May 14, 2022
Artists open business to help other artists

Barbara Gerdeman and Elizabeth Goodwill want nothing more than to create art and to help other artists in achieving their goals.

  • Arts + Culture
An additional 5% discount for Longboat Key citizens and property owners with National Flood Insurance Program policies will go into effect soon for the coming year.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 3, 2015
New rating will decrease Longboat Key flood insurance bills

An additional 5% discount for Longboat Key citizens and property owners with National Flood Insurance Program policies will go into effect soon for the coming year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Most attendees at the Paradise Center's end-of-season party wore festive hats in honor of the Kentucky Derby.
  • By James Peter |
  • May 13, 2023
Paradise Center hosts members for season’s send-off party

The event was a special thank-you to members for their continued support.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch's Adrian Olivo brings his canoe to shore after competing in the Men's Masters B 200 meters of the ACA Sprint Canoe National Championships at Nathan Benderson Park. He finished third in 57.911.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 4, 2023
Nathan Benderson Park hosts national paddling event

ACA Sprint Canoe National Championships ended its four-day run in Sarasota on Friday.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Christian freshman wideout Travis Miller sprints for a touchdown against Academy at the Lakes. (Photo by Ryan Kohn.)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 4, 2022
Sarasota Christian, Cardinal Mooney restart fall high school sports season

Sarasota County Schools, including Booker High, Riverview High and Sarasota High, remain in flux in terms of athletics.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 4, 2022
Sarasota Memorial Hospital names health care industry veteran as new CFO

Jeff Limbocker will succeed the retiring William Woeltjen as chief financial officer of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System in October.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Emma Chapman said she feels confident in her abilities despite being new to the varsity team.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 14, 2023
Lakewood Ranch girls soccer team puts faith in young goalie

Emma Chapman has impressed Mustangs coaches with her poise and shot-blocking.

  • East County
  • Sports
John Sprague ended his 30-year head coaching career at Riverview with a 209-103 record.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 21, 2023
Riverview High, local football communities remember John Sprague

The respected Rams coach, who held a 209-103 record over 30 seasons, died Nov. 17 at age 75.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
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