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From left to right: Brad Marner, Carole Erker, Jay Sparr, Liz Sparr, Nancy Rozance and Jim Chirgwin.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • October 20, 2023
Rotary Club removes 40 pounds of trash from Gulf of Mexico Drive

The Rotary Club of Longboat Key performs highway cleanup on GMD at least once a quarter.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Braden River High Pirates celebrate after a goal against Lakewood Ranch High. The Pirates beat the Mustangs 1-0 for the first time since 2015.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 16, 2024
Braden River High boys soccer takes the next step

The senior-laden Pirates are 11-1-1 in 2023-2024.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 10, 2022
East County weather page photo: November 10

Tim Lyons took a photo of James Patton Park in Lakewood Ranch at sunrise.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 10, 2022
Sarasota weather page photo: November 10

Diane Suner captured this photo of a lightning whelk shell along Lido Beach.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 10, 2022
Longboat Key weather page photo: November 10

Sergio Albuquerque captured this photo of a sand crab running along Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Patti Fige has been working with Longboat Key Planning, Zoning and Building department for six years. She was recently named Plans Examiner of the Year.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • July 13, 2023
Longboat building official honored as Plans Examiner of the Year

Longboat Key's Patti Fige was honored by the Building Officials Association of Florida at its June conference.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Staff told commissioners that the comprehensive plan is a broad vision for the city. (File photo)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 21, 2022
City development plan amendments OK'd to address housing shortage

The Sarasota City Commission approves the first reading of comprehensive plan amendments it hopes will eventually result in more attainable housing incentivized by density bonuses.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tara Elementary School will undergo a renovation and addition.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 20, 2023
Construction projects progress at east Bradenton schools in new school year

Additions or renovations will take place at Freedom and Tara elementary schools, Haile Middle and Lakewood Ranch High.

  • East County
  • Schools
Booker senior running back Ahmad Hunter was the area's leading rusher in 2022.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 23, 2023
Foundation set for Booker High football to make postseason run

In year two under Head Coach Scottie Littles, the Tornadoes want to make a leap.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Devin O’Brian, Beth Giovanell, Pat Donnelly and Rick Harris
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • November 18, 2010
LLSA Chamber unwinds at Encore Motorcars

The Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce held its latest Business after Hours at Encore Motorcars of Sarasota, Inc., Thursday, Nov. 18. By 7 p.m., members and their guests were just starting to depart from the casual networking event.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The savings plan also includes multiple property sales, outsourcing legal and audit services and closing the old Manatee Technical Institute campus on 34th Street West.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • May 21, 2013
182 Manatee teachers lose jobs

The cuts are part of a plan to save $20.6 million to help the school district replenish depleted reserves.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 3, 2022
Temple Beth Israel celebrates Rosh Hashanah at Michael's On East

Rosh Hashanah kicks off a 10-day period of introspection and atonement.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • March 26, 2024
What drove Jewfish Key residents to petition for de-annexation?

A Jewfish Key homeowner provides some insight behind the homeowners association’s petition to leave the town of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Federico Hradek stands in the black box theater space.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 14, 2024
$28M renovation of Booker High theater means 'enormous possibilities'

The recently completed project adds mezzanine seating, a black box theater, a costume shop and a grand lobby.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
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 |
  • November 20, 2023
Gold, Williams secure second terms in uncontested Town Commission race

Because the Longboat Key Town Commission race is uncontested, no election will take place, and the two commissioners will retain their seats for three more years.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A guide to the birds to spot each month in Sarasota
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 25, 2024
A guide to the birds to spot each month in Sarasota

When and where to find the bird of the month (and how to identify them), according to local experts.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Although they did not arrive in time for the costume contest, Noel, Misty, Olivia and Tico, who belong to Flora Rodriguez of Tampa, drew attention from guests.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 4, 2024
Costume contest raises awareness for pet charities

"My Furry Valentine" brought together the community for a showcase of local pet rescues and vendors.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Cardinal Mooney girls basketball junior Kali Barrett (21) is the Cougars' leading scorer at 12.8 points per game as of Dec. 15.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 21, 2023
Cardinal Mooney girls basketball rebounds from early-season defeats

The Cardinal Mooney Cougars, who have gone to three straight Final Fours, are 5-4 in their first nine games as of Dec. 15.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Longboat Key Club golf director Terry O’Hara sits in a golf cart with a plastic divider installed to provide separation between the driver and a passenger.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • November 25, 2020
Longboat Key Club installs plastic dividers on golf carts

The dividers provide golfers physical separation to limit contact with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Bradenton's Pam Page, Joanne Telesco, Valerie Lipscomb and David Daniels stand outside the School District of Manatee County's School Support Center to express their disapproval of the district's policy on reviewing books and materials.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 7, 2024
Manatee County School District finalizes book review procedure

Despite concerns from a board member and some residents, the district approved a procedure for parents and residents to object to the use of a book in the classroom.

  • East County
  • Schools
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