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Even as it challenges the city's decision, the Woman's Exchange is also considering moving out of its Orange Avenue home altogether.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 4, 2016
Woman's Exchange appeals city ruling on expansion

In April, the City Commission denied the proposed expansion of the Woman's Exchange. Now, the nonprofit shop is asking a court to overturn the city's decision.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Longboat Key Education Center is preparing for its fall season.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • October 19, 2016
Longboat Key Education Center finalizes fall line-up

The fall season runs from Oct. 17 to Dec. 16.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Larry Paul's "Anna Maria Island Sunset 85" will be part of the artist's show at Island Gallery West. (Courtesy Photo by Larry Paul.)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • July 26, 2022
The best things to do around Sarasota for July 28 to Aug. 3

Dance takes center stage in Sarasota this week, and there's also art, theater, music and comedy on tap at local venues.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Donna Sharp Blaney and Suzy Brenner
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 9, 2021
Paradise Center plans for socially distanced gala

The center will host a silent auction in its rec room.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The town has designed phases one and two of the cement pipe replacement, which spans from Spinnaker Lane to Channel Lane.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • September 7, 2021
Longboat Key applies for federal funding to upgrade Country Club Shores utilities

The town of Longboat Key submitted a grant application, requesting $13 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 29, 2021
It’s time for new leadership

There comes a time in the life of every company when it needs new energy, new perspectives and new ideas. Unfortunately, that also means some of those who grew the business need to go. A case in point.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Ann Anderson, Nancy Curtis and Bev Meadows host an informational and educational booth for Save Our Seabirds at the event. Photo by Mallory Gnaegy.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 12, 2012
Bird-rescue group lends a wing

Root Cellar Entertainment and the Quad Squad roller-derby team hosted a fundraiser for Save Our Seabirds Sunday, July 8, at Pastimes Pub and Grill.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 18, 2012
Babe Ruth 15U All-Stars capture first state title

The Manatee Babe Ruth 15U All-Stars won the Florida State Tournament July 15, marking the first time the program has won a state championship.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • August 2, 2018
Longboat releases recommended budget

The recommended budget provides for a $100,000 drop from preliminary expenditure estimates.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Del Webb at Lakewood Ranch's Carrie Mueller is using a simple pattern to create masks for healthcare providers with Tidewell Hospice. She's coordinating with about 15 other sewers in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 1, 2020
Mask motivation supports healthcare workers in Lakewood Ranch area

East County residents are on a mission to make a difference during coronavirus outbreak.

  • East County
  • News
Sean Allison  led the Manatee County YMCA for 15 years. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 28, 2020
Sean Allison resigns as Manatee County YMCA's CEO

The Manatee County YMCA has begun its process for finding his replacement.

  • East County
  • News
Cyndi Seamon of Longboat Key Turtle Watch holds a sea turtle hatchling, working under a state permit held by Mote Marine Laboratory.
  • By John McGuire |
  • August 2, 2017
Longboaters work to improve community's understanding of sea turtle nesting rules

Volunteers, town officials and residents work together to enforce beach rules and further inform residents.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 18, 2012
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
  • In Memoriam |
  • December 4, 2018
John Graham O’Neil

John Graham O’Neil, age 82 passed away peacefully on Sept 26, 2018. “Jack” was a resident of Sarasota, Florida for 34 years, previously of the North Shore of Chicago and Peoria, IL. His Obituary Tribute is publishing in the Sarasota Siesta Key Observer.

  • Sarasota
  • Tributes & Obituaries
The conceptual master plan diagram shows the entire 18-acre property, although the board and Club Holdings Ventures have said they will proceed with 15 acres if necessary. Courtesy rendering.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 29, 2012
Colony Association drafts site plan

The Colony Beach & Tennis Association outlined a draft site plan in a letter to unit owners.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A threatened species, mostly due to habitat loss, direct human-caused mortality, such as shootings and car collisions, are also be a factor in the decline of the crested caracara. (Miri Hardy)
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • September 15, 2021
Bird of the week: Crested caracara

Native to Florida, the caracara lives on the state's disappearing dry prairie land.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A technology and electronics lab at the Suncoast Science Center will provide a space for members to build things such as a personal computer.  Photos by Amanda Morales
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • January 21, 2015
Suncoast Science Center offers inventive workspace

Broken bulbs on a string of Christmas lights are reason enough for some to toss away the entire set. But, if you're like Scott James, they inspire a project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 22, 2021
15-year-old arrested in Sarasota County Fair shooting

18-year-old victim in stable condition, police said, adding the victim and suspect likely knew each other.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Architecture Sarasota's 10th MOD Weekend will feature a yoga class at the iconic Umbrella house designed by Paul Rudolph on Sunday, Nov. 5. 
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 9, 2022
Lido Shores’ homes stand as a testament of time — and fabulous architecture

This architecturally unique neighborhood helped launch the Sarasota School of modernist architecture. Its vision of the future is not a thing of the past.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Bella Rubal, a first grade teacher at Gilbert W. McNeal Elementary School, says it's a dream come true to be teaching at her former elementary school. (Photo by Liz Ramos)
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • September 13, 2022
East Bradenton teachers return to their former schools in the new school year

New teaching jobs created a homecoming as former East County students returned to their alma maters as educators.

  • East County
  • Schools
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