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  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • April 7, 2021
County to host walk-up vaccination clinics

Beginning at 5 p.m. April 12 the current registration system will no longer accept new accounts.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 18, 2010
Colorful rendering falls victim to codes

A black-and-white sign at 6400 Gulf of Mexico marks the location of the new sanctuary of Christ Church of Longboat Key, Presbyterian.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 25, 2012
Town discusses ways to build on its codes

Town staff discussed adopting the International Property Maintenance Code to fill holes in current regulations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The School District of Manatee County has a new board member in Wesley "Chad" Choate.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • August 7, 2021
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis appoints new member to School Board of Manatee County

Chad Choate will replace Manatee County Administrator Scott Hopes on the School District of Manatee County board.

  • East County
  • Schools
Former FEMA director Craig Fugate says recovery from a hurricane is a difficult, long-term process.
  • By John McGuire |
  • May 31, 2017
'Don't kid yourselves,' disaster expert tells Longboat residents

Former FEMA director Craig Fugate says recovery from a hurricane is a difficult, long-term process.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Education Center will take over three rooms of the temple.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • August 26, 2021
Education Center at Temple Beth Israel prepares for first season

The organization formerly known as the Longboat Key Education Center has made its final move.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dr. Jim Dobies (left) and Practice Manager Janette Blanco get set to open the doors to the new Urgent Vet clinic in Lakewood Ranch on Thursday. The clinic specializes in after-hours care and emergencies. Photo by Scott Lockwood.
  • By Scott Lockwood |
  • October 14, 2021
Urgent Vet opens new location in Lakewood Ranch

Animal clinic specializing in after-hours care comes to Lakewood Ranch area.

  • East County
  • News
Eleven-year-old Olivia Kruse hugs her dad, George Kruse, after he wins the Republican nomination. "I'm really proud of him," she said. "There was a lot of sign waving."
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 18, 2020
Kruse hopes to offer new voice to Manatee County Commission

George Kruse pulls away from longtime Administrator Ed Hunzeker, moves to general election.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Adrian Moore and Grayce Burns |
  • February 9, 2022
Innovation can help save Sarasota Bay and the Everglades

New robot weeders could save farmers from using harmful herbicides that contribute to runoff and poor water quality.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Deep Lagoon gives every diner an up-close view of Little Sarasota Bay. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Su Byron |
  • November 11, 2022
Must-try waterfront restaurants in Sarasota, Longboat Key, Osprey

Looking for a table by the water? For a close encounter with Florida’s natural splendor, enjoy one of these waterfront restaurants on a nearby key.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 1, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Feb. 2

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

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Any proceeds from the Chevrolets at auction would flow back into the same fund. About $12,000 to $15,000 is expected for each of the used vehicles.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • July 12, 2022
Longboat Key Police Department replaces chronically broken patrol SUVs

The department has replaced four chronically troublesome 2020 GM models.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Siesta Key Hotel project includes five levels of hotel rooms over three levels of the parking, some of which would be open to the public. Rendering courtesy DSDG Architects.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 27, 2021
New development rule opens door to Siesta Key hotels

Despite vocal resident opposition, the County Commission approved applications tied to a 170-room Siesta Key Village hotel, and more projects could be on the way.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 5, 2011
Registration upcoming for BRSC

The Braden River Soccer Club will host registration for its 2011 fall recreational soccer program this month.

  • East County
  • Sports
Protesters line up in front of the Manatee County Administration Building on Tuesday before the commission meeting.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 27, 2023
Manatee commissioners shift stance on library control

Friends of the Lakewood Ranch Library are cautiously optimistic that commissioners will trust the librarians and the current advisory committee to do their jobs.

  • East County
  • News
GLC Athletics owner and ODA strength and conditioning coach Rod Miller will compete in the GLC Athletics Charity Flag Football Game May 14, at Sarasota High.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 11, 2016
That's the ticket ...

Check out these top East County sporting events.

  • East County
  • Sports
Steve Royce has been the principal of Tara Elementary for four years.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • January 28, 2016
Tara Elementary principal recognized at state level

Steven Royce is among three principals in the running for the Principal of the Year Award.

  • East County
  • News
"Travel" is the theme of Sarasota Opera's 2020-21 season, and Sarasota Opera Executive Director Richard Russell expects opera-goers will enjoy the ride.
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • February 12, 2020
Sarasota Opera announces 2020-21 season, with 'travel' as the theme

All 6 entries will revisit popular, previously performed works, some after many years

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 10, 2021
Welcome back: We dug up so much Longboat Key news at the beach

You missed a lot of summer blockbusters this year. Not at the theater. In Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Susan La Sky, Executive Director Ann Frescura and Jimmy Bonner
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • April 19, 2019
Siesta Key chamber finds new friends at gift shop

The April business card exchange brought members to Sunshine and Sand Hidden Treasures.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
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