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Water didn’t pour into the terminal. The membrane covers other roofing materials, but eight hours of leeching rainwater caused plenty of damage.   (Photo by Ryan Kohn)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • September 30, 2022
SRQ set to resume operations after quick cleanup from damaged roof

Ceiling tiles have been removed and water dried up at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport after a portion of the roof was damaged by Hurricane Ian. Operations resume this afternoon.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A fire, the cause still unknown, destroyed the Sarasota Polo Club's clubhouse early Saturday morning.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 28, 2023
Fire destroys Sarasota Polo Club's clubhouse

The building was empty at 1 a.m. Saturday when the fire was reported. No cause for the fire has been determined.

  • East County
  • News
The amount of storm debris is being estimated to double that of Hurricane Irma, and will take several months to complete. (Photo by Spencer Fordin)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 4, 2022
Sarasota begins storm debris collection Wednesday

Hurricane Ian debris collection operations will begin on Oct. 5. With twice the volume of Hurricane Irma, it is expected to take several months to complete.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • October 19, 2018
Longboat ends contract with zoning consultant

Planning, Zoning and Building will complete the work

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 25, 2021
Give back to the community this holiday season in Sarasota, Manatee

It’s easy to help others have a festive and memorable holiday season while making a difference in your town.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • January 9, 2023
Upcoming public meetings on Longboat Key

A list of public meetings relevant to Longboat Key over the next 30 days.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Columnist Ryan Kohn jogs in place while singing holiday songs. No, he doesn't know why he agreed to this, either. Photo by Brynn Mechem.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 18, 2019
How to exercise during the holidays

Our columnist shares gift-wrapped "tips" on how to sneak in December workouts.

  • Health
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • October 17, 2022
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Special delivery

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Kristopher Paul has made a few versions of his Sam Wilson Captain America suit.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • January 11, 2022
Cosplayer finds a niche portraying superheroes

Longtime cosplayer Kristopher Paul walks in the Sarasota Holiday Parade as a costumed adventurer each year.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Kids practice ball handling during the morning basketball session.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • July 20, 2015
Kids warm up with Risen Savior's Mega Sports Camp

The East County Lutheran Church held its sports camp July 20-24.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Friends of the Lakewood Ranch Library |
  • April 5, 2023
Libraries are for Everyone!

A new library is coming to Lakewood Ranch!

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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Cardinal Mooney High senior Jordyn Byrd is the reigning Gatorade Florida Volleyball Player of the Year. (File photo.)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 21, 2022
Prose and Kohn: The Sarasota fall sports season's under-the-radar athletes

These athletes have given strong individual performances, even when their teams have been up and down.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Suzanne Aguirre, a Lakewood Ranch High senior, conducts diabetic testing on Alexis McClintock, a Braden River High senior. The seniors appreciate getting a head start on their nursing courses through MTC's dual enrollment program.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 31, 2021
Ahead of the game in Manatee County

MTC dual enrollment programs offer high school students advanced opportunities.

  • East County
  • News
The failure of the county to extend Natalie Way may have been the final straw that caused Planning Commissioner Al Horrigan to resign.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 10, 2018
Manatee County planning commissioner resigns

Al Horrigan resigns over what he perceives to be out-of-control growth.

  • East County
  • News
The Gospel Crusade parcel is located across the river from Christian Retreat.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 16, 2023
Manatee gives green light to buy environmentally significant properties

Two properties along the Manatee River are among three environmentally significant parcels that ELMAC is attempting to purchase for the county with funding from the Parks Projects Referendum.

  • East County
  • News
The new addition will connect to Building 5, which will allow for a new courtyard to be created for students to gather. Rendering courtesy of Hepner Architects and the School District of Manatee County.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 12, 2022
Lakewood Ranch High addition back on track for 2023

The School Board of Manatee County is viewing designs for the addition at Lakewood Ranch High School, with construction expected to begin in May.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 4, 2016
Sarasota County staff recommends impact fee hike

Next week, county commissioners will consider plans to phase in larger fees for new construction.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mary Ann and Kirt Bopp, who are from Missouri, still get their 5-mile walks in every day despite the cold. Kirt Bopp said he was really only bothered by the wind, but Mary Ann Bopp was cold.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • January 31, 2022
Longboat Key residents compare and contrast feelings on winter

Former northerners are split on how they weather the tiny winter in Florida.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ian Black Real Estate has been contracted to scout Sarasota for potential properties for affordable and attainable housing.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 22, 2023
City hires Ian Black to find affordable housing properties

The Sarasota real estate firm will scour the market for locations to help ease the housing crisis.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Individual garden plots thrived at the Lakewood Ranch community garden in 2018. (File photo)
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 17, 2022
Lakewood Ranch residents show renewed interest in community garden

Green thumbs are wanted to replant the community garden in Greenbrook's Adventure Park, expected to open early next year.

  • East County
  • News
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