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James Satcher
  • By Observer staff |
  • August 6, 2018
Manatee County Commission, District 6: James Satcher

James Satcher runs for office.

  • East County
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Nelle S. Miller, right, incoming president and CEO of All Faiths Food Bank succeeding longtime CEO Sandra Frank, left, who announced her retirement plans in March. Center is Lin Williams.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 23, 2023
All Faiths Food Bank raises funds to provide produce for families in need

The Sarasota nonprofit hosted a long-table dinner Oct. 20 in its warehouse.

  • Black Tie
Macklin and Callie Higgins smile next to their mother, Lisa, and their pup, Mango, at last year's Freedom Fest.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 3, 2015
Ten things to do on Longboat Key this summer

If you’re looking to fill those summer days and nights, check off these summer must-dos from your bucket list.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Jessie Ochsendorf, a 7th grader at Pine View School and winner of Best In Show Quotation, and artist Michael White
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 22, 2024
Sarasota welcomes Embracing Our Differences art exhibit

There were more than 16,000 submissions this year. Judges' selections are on display through April 14 at Bayfront Park.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lynn Howell, the pastor of Myakka Family Worship Center, says he is humbled and honored to see the faith community coming together to support him and his family.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 2, 2024
Churches unite to support Myakka City pastor after fire

Seven churches hold benefit to support Myakka Family Worship Center's pastor after his barn burned.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 17, 2013
Code Board questions lack of use

The agenda for the Longboat Key Code Enforcement Board meeting was simple: The board wanted to know why a string of meetings has been canceled and to debate whether the board is needed because of a new philosophy for dealing with code violators.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By One Park Sarasota |
  • March 3, 2023
SPONSORED CONTENT Setting the Record Straight: Here are the facts about One Park Sarasota

To learn more about One Park Sarasota call 941-232-7035 to schedule an appointment at the Sales Gallery.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Sponsored Content
Bernadette DiPino shows off her badge as she walks the runway. Photo by Pam Eubanks.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • February 18, 2019
Your Town

The Palm Aire Fashion Show had a special guest.

  • Sarasota
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Lisa Gilbert and Aubrie Stilwell admire the artwork.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 18, 2023
Art Center Sarasota turns its focus to students

North County K-12 Spring Art Show showcases the work of hundreds of students.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
David and Jeff Koffman at their day job as owners of Design Works in downtown Sarasota.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 13, 2024
Potential City Island investors want to leave a legacy

The many endeavors of entrepreneurs Jeffrey and David Koffman, who say capitalism begets altruism, include a plan to grow City Island's status as an attraction.

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Outgoing Chair Allison Imre hands over the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance gavel to new Board Chair Erik Hanson.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 30, 2023
Growing Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance names new board chair

Erik Hanson says that the growth of the LWRBA and affordable housing are two priorities for the board in 2023.

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Board member Tom Edwards and Superintendent Terry Connor talk with Bryson Day, a Venice High School junior who was student representative at the Aug. 15, 2023, meeting.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 17, 2023
Sarasota School Board votes to suspend strategic plan

Board members emphasized a need for clarity and a "refocus on academics" in the strategic plan.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 15, 2019
East County weather page photo: August 15

This great blue heron was photographed by Pamela Williams catching a snake for dinner in the Hazeltine subdivision of Country Club East.

  • East County
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Lakewood Ranch wrestler Nate Smith had his junior season ended in the regional tournament stage because of a finger injury.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 26, 2023
Lakewood Ranch High wrestler hopes to earn a state title his senior year

A broken finger in last year's regional ended Nate Smith's quest in his junior year.

  • East County
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Construction started March 15 on the roundabout at U.S. 41 and Gulfstream Avenue.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • March 26, 2021
Longboat Key leaders express concerns about U.S. 41-Gulfstream roundabout

Construction has gotten underway at the downtown Sarasota intersection.

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While some facilities on Longboat Ke have reopened, the town remains under a state of emergency. Town Hall is still closed to walk in visits, but appointments, calls and emails are accepted.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • June 21, 2020
What's left to reopen in Longboat Key?

Many of the outdoor facilities at Bayfront Park reopened on Monday.

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The home at 16543 Kendleshire Terrace has three bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 3,580 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 30, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for April 15-19 in Lakewood Ranch

A Country Club East home on Kendleshire Terrace tops the week's sales at $2.55 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
A rendering of One Park, which is planned to span across Quay Commons on blocks 1 and 9 in The Quay.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 14, 2023
One Park debate may depend on one word: 'Adjacent'

A Planning Board member says the meaning of "adjacent" might determine whether One Park will be built as proposed over Quay Commons.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Construction takes place on the farmland beside McIntosh Middle.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 26, 2023
Renovation of McIntosh Middle School's farmland underway

The $6 million project is designed to reimagine the farmland at the Sarasota County school and enhance its educational mission.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
The Greenbrook Adventure Park pavilion was destroyed by fire shortly after midnight Wednesday. Cause of the fire is under investigation.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 5, 2023
Fire destroys Greenbrook Adventure Park pavilion

State Fire Marshal's office working to determine the cause of the Lakewood Ranch blaze

  • East County
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