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ODA senior Griffin DeRusso breaks free from the Oasis defense. DeRusso gave credit to the team's offensive line for opening wide holes for him. (Photo by Ryan Kohn.)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 3, 2022
Lakewood Ranch's ODA uses rushing attack to start football season 2-0

Running back Griffin DeRusso leads a punishing Thunder ground game.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Van Wezel Foundation has announced next steps in it plan to build a performing arts center to replace the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • January 25, 2022
Funding push begins anew for Sarasota performing arts center project

If everything goes according to plan, the new Sarasota performing arts center could be completed in about six years.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat Key is one of several area beaches under a no-swim advisory.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 10, 2018
No-swim advisory issued on barrier islands

Lido Key, Longboat Key and Siesta Key are all under a no-swim advisory after tests showed elevated bacteria levels — a phenomenon associated with Hurricane Michael.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Fire Station 92 at 2162 Gulf of Mexico Drive is set to open by mid-July.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • May 24, 2021
Delayed garage doors slow opening of Longboat Key fire station

Station 92 at 2162 Gulf of Mexico Drive is set to open by July.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
(File photo)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • June 8, 2022
Longboat eyes ordinance to safeguard area of Greer Island

The town hopes to ban motorboats from the area that residents use for wading and lounging in the water.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Karen Dakin and her husband run one of the more than 130 dairy farms in the state.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • June 4, 2014
Annual festival celebrates national dairy month

The second Dakin Dairy Day Festival this year will include a 'grilled cheese experience.'

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Longboat Key Fire Rescue
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • November 2, 2018
Longboat firefighters union OKs new contract

Longboat firefighters approve contract

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The property at 22 Lemon Ave. is immediately adjacent to the Sarasota County Area Transit bus depot.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 24, 2022
City Commission affirms board's cigar-store approval

Instead of a scheduled routine vote, Sarasota leaders OK Corona Cigar Co. request unanimously.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center announced on Wednesday that it would build a $120 million, five-story tower on its Lakewood Ranch campus to expand services.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 21, 2022
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center announces expansion

The hospital will build a $120 million, five-story, 60-bed tower on its Lakewood Ranch campus.

  • East County
  • News
Marti Wood and Starr Shafer work together to fill sandbags ahead of hurricane. (Photo by Lauren Tronstad)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 25, 2022
Longboat Key residents fill sandbags preparing for Ian

Residents were provided up to 10 bags to fill for free from the town's Public Works Department.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 6, 2022
Six inducted into Sarasota's Circus Ring of Fame

2022 ceremony moves under the big top to welcome half-dozen including Nik Wallenda.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Memorial Hospital said it would work to finalize staff and expense reduction plans in the days to come.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 3, 2020
Citing coronavirus effects, Sarasota Memorial Hospital announces staff furloughs

The hospital said revenues were down $16 million in March, leading to the decision to reduce hours for some workers and place others on temporary leave.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • May 24, 2022
This Week in A+E: May 26 to June 1

Art galleries have a number of events in Sarasota this week, and the arts and entertainment scene is further enlightened by theater, dance and live music.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Some of the ensembleNewSRQ artists: Clockwise from lower left: Natalie Helm, Missy Mazzoli, Bharat Chandra, Marcelina Suchocka, Mike Truesdell, Jennifer Best Takeda and Louis Andriessen
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • April 12, 2023
EnsembleNewSRQ goes back to the future with '1976'

The April 17 concert "1976" kicks off a new era for Samantha Bennett's and George Nickson's ensemble.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 30, 2022
Sutton Place on Longboat Key celebrates 50 years

The condominium complex celebrated its 50th year with an anniversary party March 26.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ginny Hoenig holds one of her handmade crocheted hats.
  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • December 22, 2022
Sarasota Nice List filled with good deeds from 2022

The Sarasota community has made the holiday season brighter by going the extra miles this year with nice gestures.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Mac Meissner shows off his ball and scorecard after round two of the 2023 LECOM Suncoast Classic. Meissner shot 59 (12 under par) in round two after an even par round one and sits 12 under par for the tournament.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 21, 2023
Mac Meissner's 59 highlights second round of 2023 LECOM Suncoast Classic

Meissner scorches the Lakewood Ranch course to become the eighth player to break 60 in Korn Ferry Tour history.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • November 11, 2020
Crafts for a cause at east Bradenton holiday showcase

East Bradenton church hosts craft show for special-needs prom

  • East County
  • News
Previously, administrative approval for development has been restricted to the downtown core. (Eric Garwood)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 19, 2022
Sarasota City Commission builds new set of development rules with 4-1 votes

City approves batch of changes aimed at moving quicker on attainable housing, though critics say public comment is cut out of the process.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • July 25, 2022
Sarasota County ranks among the top 10 in Florida for purchasing power

Fintech company Smart Asset ranks Sarasota eighth in the state for purchasing power, though the ratio of per capita income to living expenses dropped significantly since last year.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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