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  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 14, 2009
Sign-code violator must have been so desperate

The latest violation of the sign code was spotted Saturday night - or should we say 'violations.' Eight handwritten signs were attached to trolley signs down the Key, starting at Club Longboat and going south to the Longboat Key Club and Resort.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Longboat Key residents attend the final class of the Citizens Academy of Government program at the Longboat Key Fire Rescue Department on Feb. 19.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • December 9, 2023
Citizens Academy teaches how Longboat Key's government works

The seven-week course will explore the inner workings of local government and highlight the town's goals for the future.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Greenbrook Adventure Park pavilion was burned down over the Fourth of July 2023 and is expected to be rebuilt by July 2024.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 19, 2023
Greenbrook Adventure Park pavilion rebuild due in July

The Inter-District Authority is working on the design of the new pavilion after the previous one was destroyed by fireworks in July.

  • East County
  • News
Freddie Fowler, a Marine Service Technology instructor at Manatee Technical College, has been named American Boat and Yacht Council Foundation's Educator of the Year.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 10, 2024
MTC instructor named US boating nonprofit's Educator of the Year

Freddie Fowler, a Marine Service Technology instructor at Manatee Technical College, uses his military experience to train students.

  • East County
  • Schools
Eagle Trace's Susan Cueto has published a children's book to help pre-K students overcome their fears of starting school.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 10, 2024
Lakewood Ranch educator covers pre-K jitters in her first book

Susan Cueto hopes her book can help pre-K students overcome their fear of starting school.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Barbara Mishkin with her book,“TIP's Magical Journey: The Ride of Discovery and Inspiration”.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • January 17, 2024
Longboat author's first children's book garners widespread acclaim

The children's book "TIP's Magical Journey" by Longboat resident Barbara Mishkin has won several awards for its message of diversity and inspiration for children and adults.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Bird Key Regatta was on April 13.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • April 14, 2024
Bird Key Yacht Club races and cheers on sailboats in annual Regatta

Sailors and spectators came from all over Sarasota to watch the yearly sailing races and connect with old and new friends.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By JFCS of the Suncoast |
  • February 8, 2024
Building Strong Families for All Faiths

With a goal to empower individuals toward self-sufficiency and stability, JFCS services offer comprehensive care to community members in need.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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The iconic Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Sarasota's "Purple Palace," kicked off its delayed season with "Menopause the Musical 2," on Jan. 4.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 30, 2024
Details in short supply for new Sarasota Performing Arts Center

The group studying the repurposing of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall hears from the new Sarasota Performing Arts Center CEO but is left with more questions than answers.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Loree Pogue, Midge Saint, Lori Zandi and Jane Imperiale were bell-ringers for the Salvation Army in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 22, 2023
Salvation Army bell-ringers shatter fundraising goal in Lakewood Ranch

The Lakewood Ranch crew of Salvation Army bell-ringers smashed their goal of collecting $10,000 at Publix this holiday season.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
A rendering of Artist Court at the corner of South Washington Boulevard and Adams Lane.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 21, 2024
Hundreds of downtown housing units inch toward approval

Four projects totaling 264 residences, 126 of them affordable housing, earn DRC partial sign-off.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jason Richards and Andre Hidalgo joke around while picking up car parts on Gulf of Mexico Drive.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • June 9, 2024
Manasota Track Club picks up trash on Gulf of Mexico Drive

After an early morning run, the track club gets together to clean up and socialize.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ringling College of Art and Design placed 20th on list of 25 best film schools.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 1, 2023
Ringling College named among the top US film schools

The Sarasota college ranks 20th alongside major universities across the country.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
This Lakehouse Cove at Waterside home at 8088 Grande Shores Drive sold for $2.05 million. It has three bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, a pool and 3,674 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • June 25, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for June 10-14 in Lakewood Ranch

A Pomello Park property on 189th Street East tops the week's sales at $4.3 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
‘Champs’ for children
  • By Emily Walsh |
  • November 29, 2023
‘Champs’ for children

Forty Carrots Family Center engulfed The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota once again Nov. 17 with its annual Bacchanalian fundraiser — Wine, Women & Shoes luncheon and fashion show.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Charter school proposal raises concerns for Sarasota School Board
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 22, 2024
Charter school proposal raises concerns for Sarasota School Board

As the Sarasota County School Board reviewed a proposal for Sarasota Classical Preparatory Academy, board members voiced a range of concerns that included what they said was a lack of detailed plans.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Annie Arguello looks at some of SCAT's most popular routes.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • December 5, 2019
SCAT officials seek public feedback before presenting to commissioners

The Sarasota County Area Transit will soon undergo a network redesign.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dave Otterness says his wife Jennifer's support allows him to give back to the community through the LWRBA.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 28, 2024
Willis Smith exec takes over as LWRBA chair

Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance Chair David Otterness says he will put new vision and mission statements into action and increase the nonprofit's advocacy in 2024.

  • East County
  • Business
The Lake Manatee Water Treatment Plant is now the largest ultrafiltration plant in Florida.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 5, 2024
Manatee promises improved water quality after treatment plant upgrades

Manatee County spent $53 million to retrofit the Lake Manatee Water Treatment Plant with ultrafiltration membranes.

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch High boys golfer Parker Severs finished second individually at the Class 3A state tournament in 2023.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 3, 2024
10 East County athletes to watch in 2024

These athletes combine natural talent and diligence to excel in their respective sports.

  • East County
  • Sports
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