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Two of the property’s 19 royal palms frame the front entrance. Over the doorway is a profile bust of a Roman soldier. Wrought iron grills grace the first-floor windows.
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • November 17, 2016
A lovely look back

A historic home on St. Armands continues to shine today.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • July 17, 2013
Destination Downtown Bradenton

Head north from Sarasota to explore cultural opportunities in Downtown Bradenton. Stops include an artist colony, historical museum and a refurbished riverwalk.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • July 17, 2013
The Usual Place, more than usual

The Usual Place, more than usual

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By David Conway |
  • July 10, 2014
VIDEO: City joins bayfront visioning process

The City Commission directed staff to collaborate with groups developing a master plan for bayfront land. The move signaled the city's interest in having a voice as the project evolves.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dale Root, a member of the Lakewood Ranch Anglers Club, stands with a Zebco rod and reel that will be given to kids who attend the Youth and Teen Fishing Seminar on May 3 at Summerfield Park.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 22, 2025
Kids get hooked on fishing in Lakewood Ranch

The Anglers Club of Lakewood Ranch along with Lakewood Ranch Community Activities will host a youth fishing clinic May 3.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The St. Regis Longboat Key at night on August 14, 2024. The resort's lights were an issue during the 2024 sea turtle nesting season.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • November 17, 2024
No fines added after final St. Regis hearing finds resort in violation

After a slew of lighting violations resulted in $6,850 of fines, representatives from the St. Regis say resort staff is working on compliance and education.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Angelica Collado, Fernanda Collado, Brigette Kubin and Patricia Collado showcase some of the knitted and crocheted pieces the three sisters hand crafted for Three Island Monkeys.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • July 17, 2025
Longboat boutique features crafts by sister trio

From sweaters to doll clothes, the Collado sisters are sharing their love of knitted works through Three Island Monkeys.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Laurie Swink, co-founder of Selah Freedom, speaks to members of the St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church Women's Guild on Nov. 18 about how the program helps survivors of human trafficking find a path forward.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • November 22, 2025
Anti-human trafficking survivors share stories to Longboat group

Representatives from Selah Freedom disclosed their experiences with St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church Women's Guild members.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A motorcycle and car show is part of the planned activities at the 2026 installment of Thunder by the Bay.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 11, 2026
Sarasota's Thunder by the Bay features music, motors and more

The 28th annual event on Feb. 13-15 benefits Suncoast Charities for Children.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • July 26, 2021
St. Armands Circle Association hosts Family Day

Families on the Circle enjoyed a family and pet photoshoot area on July 25.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 26, 2022
Lakewood Ranch Anglers Club hosts annual youth fishing tournament

Annual youth fishing tournament a first for many Lakewood Ranch residents.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Two people were killed and five seriously injured in a head-on collision in Myakka City on Tuesday night.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 30, 2022
Two die, five seriously injured in head-on crash in Myakka City

Three children, ages 12, 7 and 5, in critical condition after Myakka City crash

  • East County
  • News
High school football roundup: Week five
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 24, 2022
High school football roundup: Week five

East County teams went undefeated while Sarasota teams had less stellar results.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 27, 2010
Pirates, Mustangs advance to district semis

The Braden River and Lakewood Ranch High boys soccer teams were both victorious in the opening round of the Class 4A-District 10 tournament and will advance to tonight's district semifinals.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 22, 2009
Three contested races confirmed

Vice Mayor Robert Siekmann is the only commissioner who won't be challenged for his seat in March.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 24, 2010
DCA holds code change hearing

The Department of Community Affairs heard arguments from the town of Longboat Key and the Islandside Property Owners Coalition Tuesday about code changes the town approved in May.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ryan Montague, a staff member in Sarasota Count Traffic Engineering, shows representatives a dumpster their firms will oversee during an annual contract for Siesta Key Village maintenance.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 23, 2012
County picks firm for Village maintenance

Sarasota County recommended a Sarasota company for an annual maintenance contract for Siesta Key Village after nearly a year without one.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 7, 2012
JUST THE STATS

3,870 - Top bridge score of Alex and Marlene Lancaster Feb. 28, for Sarasota Yacht Club's couples bridge group.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The dispute centered on work that James Armstrong performed on his home without obtaining permits, according to town officials.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 20, 2012
Commission agrees to Armstrong settlement

Resident James Armstrong will pay a $650 fine, have a $2,117.50 non-interest bearing lien placed against his home and allow a third party to inspect his home.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Senior Quillan Toler recorded seven kills, a block and an ace.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 9, 2011
Lady Mustangs continue historic season

The Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team won its first-ever regional tournament match, defeating Tampa King 3-0 in a Class 6A-Region 3 quarterfinal Nov. 2.

  • East County
  • Sports
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