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Interim Police Chief George Turner, Fire Chief Paul Dezzi, Town Manager Tom Harmer and Making An Impact Chair Victoria Kasdan met in June. Photo courtesy of Making An Impact.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • July 8, 2021
Longboat Key first responders begin using resource guide

The guide helps connect people in need to special service organizations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Broadway flop became fodder for Ann Morrison’s one-woman show
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • July 25, 2023
Broadway flop became fodder for Ann Morrison’s one-woman show

Stephen Sondheim's “Merrily We Roll Along” debuted on Broadway to poor reception in 1981. Morrison, an original cast member, tells the story in her one-woman cabaret.

  • Arts + Culture
Rich Greenberg, president of the Association of Veterans and Military Supporters at Del Webb, salutes during the Star Spangled Banner.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 29, 2023
Tribute to Heroes Parade draws thousands to Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

The annual event honors veterans but also provided plenty of entertainment for families.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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
Construction projects, like the St. Regis development, would likely need many inspections from the town planning and zoning department throughout the course of building.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • June 27, 2023
Longboat faces high demand for inspections amid staff shortage

The town currently has one inspector on staff and has been relying on private providers to meet the demand for services.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Snider |
  • May 18, 2023
Get up close with elephants in one ranch’s conservation mission

Sanctuaries like Myakka Elephant Ranch provide a humane way to mingle with the world’s largest land animals. The experiences are filled with messaging about the plight of the smart, sensitive creatures.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The 780 SRQ Condominiums rendering shows metal rails on balconies and also planned is aluminum screening on the parking structure.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 19, 2023
Fruitville Road condo plan meets metal roadblock

As the first condominium project under to the Rosemary District Overlay District, the developer and staff find themselves at odds over an exterior surface material restriction.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Valerie Viands, the director of Manatee Technical College, hands Sarasota's Jasmine Redding her diploma. Redding has a job with Nurse Core and plans to work part time for HCA Florida Blake Hospital or First Physicians Group.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 1, 2022
Manatee Technical College fast-tracks grads into the workforce in Bradenton and Sarasota region

Many Manatee Technical College students secured a job before they even graduate.

  • East County
  • Schools
ODA girls soccer junior Abbey Burwood.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 18, 2023
East County Athlete of the Week: Abbey Burwood

The ODA girls soccer midfielder helped her team win the SSAC tournament Jan. 14.

  • East County
  • Sports
City officials say they hope they can move past the discord at a July 1 meeting, but some displeasure lingers on both sides.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 25, 2019
City Commission, Planning Board clash over code compliance

Questions about procedures for enforcing city codes has caused tension among Sarasota officials.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The vegan version of the Chicago Hot was ranked among the country's top 10 vegan hotdogs for Summer 2023.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 25, 2023
Vegan hot dog at Sarasota eatery ranked in nation's top 10

The vegan version of Doggystyle's Chicago Hot was ranked by PETA among the top 10 hot dogs in the U.S. for summer 2023.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Years after closing its iconic Siesta Key location, Bob's Boathouse opened in 2013 on South Tamiami Trail.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • February 11, 2015
Blow to Bob's Boathouse in noise ordinance battle

Judge David Denkin upheld the constitutionality of Sarasota County's noise ordinance Feb. 6, with an order denying Bob's Boathouse owner Tom Lefevre's motion to dismiss the county's case against the restaurant.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 5, 2010
Commission moves code changes forward

The commission forwarded code clarifications and changes suggested by the Longboat Key Club and Resort to a second reading Thursday, May 20.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Daniel Hernandez and Mayor Kyle Battie
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 11, 2023
Second grader becomes mayor of Sarasota for a day

Mayor Kyle Battie showed second grade student Daniel Hernandez how local government works.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
New co-presidents of Temple Beth Israel Marion Levine and Michael Boorstein are transitioning into their new positions keeping the late David Gorin in mind.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • June 28, 2023
New co-presidents of Temple Beth Israel keep David Gorin’s legacy alive

Michael Boorstein and Marion Levine plan to pursue big goals for the temple following in the footsteps of their hard-working predecessor.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The main house at 900 Alameda Lane measures 3,209 square feet.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 8, 2023
Tech mogul buys historic waterfront Sarasota home for $6 million

The 2-acre Indian Beach property dates to 1894 and last sold for $150,000 in 1987.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 21, 2016
Cops Corner: Sarasota 04.21.16

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Mangrove trimming is regulated by Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • March 8, 2023
Regulating mangrove responsibility causes confusion

An illegal removal of mangroves along a Longboat Key property line raises question of the town's ability to enforce regulations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Why they voted the way they did
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • October 4, 2023
Why they voted the way they did

We contacted Florida’s two U.S. senators and three Florida House members from Florida’s west coast to ask why they voted the way they did on the continuing resolution that prevented a government shutdown.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Soleta Golf Club membership and sales director Alan Pope said the club will focus on creating the best-possible golf experience for its members, while also having family amenities.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 22, 2023
Soleta Golf Club membership director excited for opportunity

Alan Pope previously worked for The Concession Golf Club among other stops.

  • East County
  • Sports
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