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Booker Middle gym teacher Kyle Mason said kids are more likely to want to wear their own clothes during class than when he was in school.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 21, 2023
Modern-day gym class focuses on getting kids moving

Gym teachers say they want their students to form a habit of being active.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • In Memoriam |
  • April 2, 2024
Winston Monroe Register

Winston Monroe Register was born in Bismarck, ND to parents Clare E. and Elizabeth R. Register August 21, 1935.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Alex and Tom Hedge have been learning the bells and whistles in their new Tesla.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • October 6, 2021
9-year-old's fascination with YouTube videos wins the family a new Tesla

Purchase of a T-shirt ends up the winning entry in a drawing for the 2021 car.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota County lifts burn ban after recent rains
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 18, 2024
Sarasota County lifts burn ban after recent rains

The ban had been in effect since May 5.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The future vision for Manatee County includes faster EMS response times.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 3, 2023
Vision for Manatee County includes clean water, faster EMS responses

Staff prepared a presentation for commissioners and citizens on the future vision for Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
Diane Lapinski, Karen Kroll and Peggy Klaasen
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • February 18, 2024
Trash to Treasure sale packs mobile home park clubhouse

Gulfshore of Longboat residents hosted the popular annual thrift sale Feb. 16-17.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The city cited the El Tropicale property owners for two code violations.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 12, 2021
Laurel Park residents target short-term rental

The neighborhood association succeeded in getting the city to respond to a property that was allowing one-night stays.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 2, 2023
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Ahmad Hunter

The Booker High rising senior running back ran for more than 1,200 yards as a junior.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Sarasota artist John Pirman in his studio.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • August 9, 2023
Selby Gardens goes 'meta' with John Pirman show

Life imitates art imitates life in the retrospective of the Sarasota artist's work.

  • Arts + Culture
Geomar Perez and Alessandro Di Ferdinando
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • July 29, 2024
Salsa night revival brings dancers to St. Armands

15 South By Napule hosted the weekend event featuring a Latin band from Tampa and DJs from Miami.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch High senior baseball player Ryan Kaitz.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 9, 2024
East County Athlete of the Week: Ryan Kaitz

The Lakewood Ranch High senior baseball player had a big week at the plate.

  • East County
  • Sports
One of the Tiki huts from the Longboat Key Club lies in pieces on the beach in front of the club on Sept. 29, 2022, after Hurricane Ian.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • June 12, 2024
What to know for the 2024 hurricane season, according to the experts

With NOAA predicting above-average hurricane activity this year, a disaster preparedness seminar shares facts on storm hazards and how to survive them.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Chris McGuinness takes a photo of flooding on Dam Road on Aug. 21.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 24, 2024
Continued flooding concerns residents near Lake Manatee

Heavy rains cause continued flooding issues for East County residents.

  • East County
  • News
Sammy's Run to hit the streets for a final time in Lakewood Ranch
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 20, 2024
Sammy's Run to hit the streets for a final time in Lakewood Ranch

The race is in its eighth year raising awareness about Phelan-McDermid Syndrome while raising money for a wheelchair bicycle.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Suzy Brenner and Amy Steinhauser at The Paradise Center.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • July 12, 2023
The Paradise Center receives grant to relaunch its volunteer program

New Project Manager Amy Steinhauser reintroduces the Longboat center's volunteer corps to get members more involved.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Qigong instructor Sandi Love at The Paradise Center
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • March 26, 2024
Paradise Center qigong classes evolve with the seasons

Instructor Sandi Love explains the basis of the mind-body practice and how it can enhance your connection to nature.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Fuego Comida's chef special: Mexico City garlic noodles ($25+) dished out with whole Dungeness crab (market price).
  • By Emma Burke |
  • August 10, 2024
Discover the top crab creations in Sarasota, Anna Maria and Lakewood Ranch

In a town full of crabby options, here's the ultimate guide to crab delicacies.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
An emergency dredge was completed in summer 2022, but another has become necessary.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • April 5, 2023
Beer Can Island dredge work to begin this month

The entire project on Longboat Key's north end is expected to be completed in July.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • February 18, 2019
Jimmy Wales talks Wikipedia, future of internet in Sarasota

The Wikipedia founder shared his thoughts on internet accessibility, censorship and more as part of the RCLA Town Hall Lecture series.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office Emergency Operations Center handles an average of 800 emergency 911 calls per day.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • January 24, 2024
Despite concerns, Longboat's nonemergency dispatch remains off-Key

After a discussion at the Town Commission workshop, emergency center personnel and town officials said education would be key in navigating resident concerns.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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