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Depending on the application and location, components built by such high-tech startups as Philco, Dumont, Admiral and Motorola would be employed on Longboat Key.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 1, 2019
APRIL FOOLS: Entrepreneur offers Longboat Key revolutionary cell-phone tech

APRIL FOOLS: High-tech company pitches free test to island customers.

  • April Fools
Lakewood Ranch resident Lesalynn Richardson gets a closer look at a manatee skull.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • June 11, 2023
Waterside Place swims into summer with movie night

Movie in the Park is held every second Friday of the month at Waterside Park. "Finding Nemo" was this month's pick.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Currently, the highest steeple on the Key is Longboat Island Chapel at 67 feet high, when calculated from ground level. File photo.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 19, 2012
Church steeples on the Key won't soar to new heights

Town planning staff discovered the structure height loophole when it was making changes to its Comprehensive Plan.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Olivia Spiegel is a junior on the Lakewood Ranch High cross country team.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 23, 2023
East County Athlete of the Week: Olivia Spiegel

The Lakewood Ranch High cross country junior finished 30th at states in 2022.

  • East County
  • Sports
Signs have been posted at the entrances of both fire stations defining the flag colors that notify the Key's surf conditions.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • April 14, 2023
Beachgoers should check warning flags, fire department says

Beach condition warning flags fly under the American flag at Longboat Key fire stations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Braden River high senior JT Wright, junior Ty Moore, junior Jackie Sanchez and senior Liam Tvenstrup plan a bootcamp to bring Technology Student Association members together. (File photo)
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 29, 2022
High school survival tips from those who know

Current students offer tips on avoiding high school pitfalls.

  • East County
  • Schools
Soleta Golf Club membership and sales director Alan Pope said the club will focus on creating the best-possible golf experience for its members, while also having family amenities.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 22, 2023
Soleta Golf Club membership director excited for opportunity

Alan Pope previously worked for The Concession Golf Club among other stops.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 23, 2022
Event jump starts sales of TerraNova Equestrian Estates

Building TerraNova Equestrian Center is the first step toward establishing equestrian community just east of Sarasota.

  • East County
  • News
Save Our Seabirds' soiree will include live and silent auctions, live entertainment and food from the Longboat Key Club & Resort. File photo
  • By Katie Hendrick |
  • April 5, 2013
WEEKEND BEST BET: Save Our Seabirds Soiree

Event will feature food from the Longboat Key Club & Resort and string musicians.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • September 21, 2022
Braden River High students host 'Night of Magic' cabaret show

The student-led cabaret show dazzles the crowd with a little magic.

  • East County
  • Schools
Seagrass is one of two U.S. 41 roundabout sculptures that will be placed in a different location on city property.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 13, 2023
New homes sought for roundabout sculptures

The more than $1 million cost of pouring concrete pads exceeds the budgeted amount. Locations on city property are under consideration.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Deputy Director of Public Safety Steve Litschauer and Acting Director of Public Safety Jodie Setnor Fiske speak to members of the media about the upcoming hurricane season.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 22, 2023
Manatee County prepares residents for hurricane season

After Hurricane Ian, county's public safety officers are issuing stronger warnings this year.

  • East County
  • News
Longboat Key Garden Club led Longboat Key's 2023 Freedom fest parade as the Grand Marshal.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • July 5, 2023
Freedom Fest kicks off Longboat Key's Fourth of July just right

The Longboat Key Chamber started its Independence Day celebration with a butterfly release, a patriotic dog costume contest and the shortest parade in America.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Members of the Longboat Key Club gather on Feb. 15 to play cards and raise money for Breast Health Sarasota, Inc.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 15, 2023
Games day raises $10,000 for breast cancer

The Longboat Key Club is a big fundraising venue for Breast Health Sarasota Inc. Club events raised over $85,000 for the organization in 2022 alone.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Andy Sandberg and Tom Kirdahy. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • February 11, 2022
Longboat Key, Hermitage Artist Retreat team up for theater event

Tom Kirdahy and Andy Sandberg will discuss the process of production in the world of theater.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Drivers enter through the gatehouse at Country Club, on Legacy Boulevard. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 28, 2022
Lakewood Ranch residents complain of delayed gate access to their communities

The Inter-District Authority says some cases of unresponsiveness could involve human error, problems caused by lightning strikes or internet connectivity issues.

  • East County
  • News
City Hall cultural exhibit showcases Sarasota's history
  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • January 22, 2023
City Hall cultural exhibit showcases Sarasota's history

The opening reception for the City Hall Cultural Exhibition will be Jan. 26.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • December 10, 2021
Big Brothers Big Sisters recognize supporters at luncheon

The lunch event was held Dec. 9.

  • Black Tie
Andrew and Luz Hereth celebrated 15 years of marriage at the 2022 Valentine’s Day vow renewal on Siesta Beach.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 27, 2023
The best things to do this spring on Siesta, Lido, Longboat keys

The don’t-miss events from around the keys in February, March and April.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
An updated view of the 50 vertical oyster gardens hung under the observation deck at Joan Durante Park. Even from a distance, the growth is easily visible.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 14, 2023
Vertical oyster gardens grow habitats and communities

Vertical oyster gardens are being deployed across Longboat Key to improve the water quality in Sarasota Bay.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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