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Suzanne Aguirre is one of many Tsunami swimmers that live in Lakewood Ranch. Before the county's decision, about 70 Tsunami swimmers practiced at Marble Pool.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • November 18, 2020
Storm brews in east Bradenton after Lakewood Ranch Lightning moves

Tsunami upset by Manatee County decision to give pool time to Lakewood Ranch swim team

  • East County
  • News
The center turn lane would benefit drivers entering Country Club Shores.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 14, 2024
Construction on GMD turn lane to start this summer

After seven years of behind-the-scenes work, the Country Club Shores turn lane project is expected to be underway around June.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lakewood Ranch High softball senior Grace Shaw-Rockey hit .345 with 21 RBIs in 2023.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 5, 2024
East County Athlete of the Week: Grace Shaw-Rockey

The Lakewood Ranch High senior will be a leader on the school’s softball team.

  • East County
  • Sports
Projects like Vue Sarasota Bay have moved forward based on approval from city staff, rather than elected officials.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 29, 2017
Time to review development incentives

The city’s Andres Duany-inspired zoning code for downtown is glaringly flawed with incentives favoring development, writes Planning Board member Eileen Normile.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Tom Edwards is the first executive director of SRQ Strong.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 18, 2024
SRQ Strong names first executive director

Sarasota County School Board Member Tom Edwards will guide the nonprofit's transformation into a professional organization.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
The "Lotus" yacht arrives with a "Joy to SRQ" theme.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • December 16, 2024
Holiday spirits shines at Holiday Boat Parade of Lights

The event, organized by Suncoast Charities for Children, featured vessels decked with holiday lights and decor.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch High boys golf Head Coach Dave Frantz says the Lakewood Ranch Invitational on Sept. 17 is the only scramble event he's aware of on the high school calendar. (File photo)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 13, 2022
Lakewood Ranch Invitational gives prep golfers a shot at fun format

Postponed by lightning, the scramble event will be held Sept. 17 at Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club.

  • East County
  • Sports
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
In addition to shifting to walk-up  vaccination clinics at the mall, the Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County hopes extended hours of operation will draw individuals who haven’t yet gotten a shot.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 15, 2021
Vaccine distribution enters new phase

As supplies grow more plentiful, Sarasota County health officials are focused on encouraging harder-to-reach populations to get vaccinated.  

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota philanthropist Ernie Kretzmer, a generous supporter of the city's artistic institutions, died Aug. 24 at age 99.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • August 30, 2024
Remembering a scientist who nurtured Sarasota's arts

Ernie Kretzmer died on Aug. 24, four months short of his 100th birthday.

  • Arts + Culture
Commissioners Deborah Murphy (beck left) and Gary Coffin (back center) were sworn in on March 20. Also pictured: Penny Gold, BJ Bishop, Debra Williams, Mayor Ken Schneier and Vice Mayor Mike Haycock.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • June 28, 2023
Newest commissioners graduate from first step of elected official training

Longboat Key commissioners Debbie Murphy and Gary Coffin recently attended the first of two sessions of the Florida League of Cities' Institute for Elected Municipal Officials.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Logan Schaub.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 27, 2023
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Logan Schaub

The Riverview High girls cross-country runner won the Large School division of the North Port Invitational.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Booker High track and field senior Ibre Edwards earned a silver medal in the 100-meter hurdles at the 2A state championships on May 9 at the University of North Florida.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 19, 2024
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Ibre Edwards

The Booker High junior holds the fifth-fastest girls 400-meter hurdles time in Class 2A as of March 19.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Located on the edge of Sarasota Bay, Plymouth Harbor offers stunning water and city views.
  • By Eric Snider |
  • February 1, 2024
Plymouth Harbor’s remarkable residents reflect the community's long legacy

Plymouth Harbor is home to people who have enjoyed distinguished careers in business, medicine, law, academia and, especially, the arts.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Randy Clair poses for a photo on Friday, March 13, 2020, at Longboat Key Town Hall.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • March 13, 2020
Longboat Key commissioner Randy Clair reflects on his tenure

Realtor and retired lawyer Sherry Dominick will succeed Randy Clair on March 23.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Crossing guards were employed earlier this year during an art show in St. Armands Circle.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 20, 2020
Beach, dining restrictions prompt end to crossing guard plan

Sarasota, Longboat and FDOT agree to drop idea because of traffic drop-off.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 25, 2021
Give back to the community this holiday season in Sarasota, Manatee

It’s easy to help others have a festive and memorable holiday season while making a difference in your town.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Deborah Murphy started her commissioner role March 20.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • November 28, 2023
Debbie Murphy resigns from Longboat Town Commission

Debbie Murphy, who began her commission term in March, said new state requirements were too "intrusive."

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Cardinal Mooney High senior Kali Barrett is averaging 16 points per game in 2024.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 28, 2024
East County athletes help send Cougars girls basketball to states

The Cardinal Mooney girls basketball team has reached the Class 3A state tournament four years in a row but have yet to win the title.

  • East County
  • Sports
Christopher Laney says the labor market in Sarasota County is OK for the moment, but the forecast has clouds on the horizon.
  • By Jim DeLa |
  • November 21, 2024
Sarasota's labor market may see big shortages

Market analyst says the area's aging population is not being replaced.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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