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Susan Cranwell and Calynn Stewart come ashore during this year's clean-up. (File photo)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 20, 2022
Sister Keys purchase celebrates 30-year anniversary

In 1992, the Sister Keys Conservancy and town of Longboat Key partnered to purchase the four islands.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Peter Moore, a Cypress Springs Gracious Retirement Living resident and Navy veteran, and Darryl Fisher, the founder and president of Dream Flights, are ready to take to the skies in a Boeing-Stearman biplane.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 10, 2023
Lakewood Ranch veterans take to the skies during Dream Flight

Nine Cypress Springs Gracious Retirement Living residents fly over Sarasota in a Boeing-Stearman biplane.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Angelo DiFiore poses with Sofia's Assistant Manager Jorge Zavalaga. The restaurant is expected to open the first week of August.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 13, 2022
Mediterranean dining comes to Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

Sofia's, a Mediterranean-themed restaurant, is set to open in early August.

  • East County
  • Business
You don't have to go home, but you can't stay here
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 10, 2023
You don't have to go home, but you can't stay here

A loud party on a boat involved a lot of uninvited guests. This and more police reports in this week's edition of Longboat Key Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Sarasota High's Maximillian Farrugia (8) and Cooper Oriol (3) chest bump after a goal against Venice.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 1, 2023
Sarasota boys lacrosse battles for first win

The Sailors had four heartbreaks in a row before a Feb. 28 win over Venice High.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The 2021 Lawn Party was held on the property of the Longboat Key Club.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • September 16, 2022
Longboat Kiwanis' Lawn Party looks to City Island for 2022

Added capacity, construction on Longboat Key's Town Center Green prompt move.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • March 29, 2022
Families journey into mystery at Enchanted Garden event

The event was held at Historic Spanish Point on March 26.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 6, 2021
Sarasota Memorial plans weekend COVID-19 vaccine clinics for at least 3,000

Doses expected to be distributed by appointment on Saturday and Sunday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • August 1, 2018
Lido residents push for city to rethink pavilion deal

Opposition continues to mount to the city's plans for the Lido Beach pool and pavilion. Is it enough to change officials' minds?

  • Sarasota
  • News
In all, district leader say the plan will provide health reserves by the end of 2014, allowing it to recover the $10.3 million fund balance.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • June 4, 2013
Revamped district office to lead Manatee Schools overhaul

Changes include 96 cuts to district office staff and the addition of five new positions, including a director of budget and a Chief Information Officer to run the technology department.

  • East County
  • News
Vanessa Baugh replaced Manatee County Commission Chair Kevin Van Ostenbridge for two days as chair before Van Ostenbridge was reinstated.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 26, 2023
Manatee County commissioners embark on another wild ride

A flip-flop of commission board chair and the pursuit of another interim administrator are the latest oddities.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • April 19, 2022
This Week in A+E: April 21-27

It's a circus week in Sarasota, and there will also be prime time entertainment in the form of concerts, theater, comedians and art exhibitions.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 8, 2012
Bullock recommends 1.8872 millage

The recommended millage is the rate approved by the commission as the maximum rate it will levy for the upcoming 2012-13 fiscal year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The National Hurricane Center had issued a tropical storm warning for Sarasota and Manatee counties Wednesday morning.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 12, 2020
Eta news and updates

The latest stories on Tropical Storm Eta coverage for Sarasota and Manatee counties.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The first decorated segment is lowered into position. (Eric Garwood)
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 7, 2022
St. Armands tree assembly kicks off

Workers expect to finish the 60-foot tree by end of Monday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Within the first few minutes of a Blissful Goat Yoga class, Dolly Parton already is jumping on instructor Brooke Woodworth's back.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 22, 2023
Myakka's Blissful Goat Yoga delivers unique healing experience

Owner Corinn Smith combines yoga, goats and donkeys for a one-of-a-kind experience.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Nate’s Development and Fundraising Director Rob Oglesby with Rory.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • February 15, 2023
Nate’s Animal Honor Rescue puts final touches on expansion

The $12 million project will transform a pet rescue center into a world-class haven for dogs and cats.

  • East County
  • Business
Hymn for Her got creative to pay the bills during the pandemic. (Photo: Spencer Fordin)
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 21, 2022
Local musicians get creative to pay the bills

Area artists and bands have found creative ways to pay the piper in the time of COVID-19.

  • Arts + Culture
Most recently Robin Meyer served as St. Lucie County assistant director of growth/management/building and code regulation manager.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 23, 2012
Q&A: New PZ&B Director Robin Meyer

Robin Meyer's first day as director of the Planning Zoning & Building Department was May 14. Department.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Drita Hajroja of the Drita Dawn business works on her art.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • September 12, 2021
Artful Giraffe hosts speakeasy soiree

The outdoor arts event was held Sept. 12.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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