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This African grey parrot was loose in the Summerfield Park neighborhood for at least three days before being caught.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 15, 2020
Returned flight for African grey parrot in Lakewood Ranch

Strawberries, hug lure escaped parrot from wild in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
Duncan
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 6, 2015
2015 Issues to Watch: Commission races

The Longboat Key Town Commission will have at least one new face this spring.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dr. Colleen Healy, Bay Isles Publix store manager Willie McLaughlin and Fire Chief Paul Dezzi will lead Longboat Key's Fourth of July festivities.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • June 24, 2021
For Longboat's Freedom Fest, it's Grand Marshal x3

Fire Chief Paul Dezzi, Dr. Colleen Healy and Bay Isles Publix store manager Willie McLaughlin will lead Longboat Key's Fourth of July festivities.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Town Manager Dave Bullock has a list of six items to discuss with the Town Commission May 6.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 29, 2013
Bullock outlines Colony initiatives

Town staff has been given a list of six directives to follow and prepare for the Town Commission's May 6 regular meeting.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 19, 2013
Russell the razorbill has new home at Sea World

The razorbill headed to San Antonio, Texas, last week after rehabilitation at Save Our Seabirds.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ricki and Ralph Harvey and Beth Stewart at the 2018 Bacchus on the Beach.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 2, 2019
Fifteen events Longboaters shouldn't miss in 2019

The annual Lawn Party is back along with other favorites including fashion shows, the Garden Club's Home Tour and St. Mary's Royal Rummage Sale.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 27, 2019
East County weather page photo: September 26

Gordon Silver captured this hummingbird clearwing moth feeding on nectar in Del Webb Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 27, 2019
Longboat Key weather page photo: September 26

Ron Horn captured this manatee sipping rain water from a downspout on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
To avoid waking up in the middle of the night, get your circadian rhythms in sync. Photo courtesy Mpho Mojapelo/Unsplash.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 15, 2021
Sleep well?

An FAQ on circadian rhythms, sleep habits and the importance of each.

  • Health
Sarasota firefighter and tile setter Tom Didiego lends a helping hand at Save Our Seabirds. "There was an immediate need here," he said. "I'm just glad I could help." Photo by Caleb Motsinger
  • By Caleb Motsinger |
  • September 10, 2014
Firefighter lays foundation for renovation at SOS

The hospital floors at Save our Seabirds were once layers of peeling linoleum held together with duct tape. But thanks to the help of some Parrotheads and a Sarasota firefighter, the floors are the latest piece of the renovation puzzle at the nonprofit organization.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Michaela Mattes.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 19, 2020
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Michaela Mattes

The Cardinal Mooney swimmer talks Olympic Trials cuts and the advice she always follows.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
A group of about 15 players were sharing Bayfront Park's three courts on a Monday morning in mid-December. By the end of January, there will be more room to play.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 2, 2020
Pickleball expansion gets started in Longboat's Bayfront Park

Work to add two dedicated courts, reduce basketball facilities to half-court, expected to wrap up by end of January.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
John Fetsick is replacing Laurie Evans as University Park Country Club general manager.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 11, 2021
University Park Country Club names new general manager

John Fetsick replaces longtime University Park General Manager Laurie Evans, who retires.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
In “Great Balls of Fire,” Jason Cohen captures a host of musical moments in Jerry Lee Lewis’ career.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • June 22, 2021
'Great Balls of Fire' captures Lewis' incendiary style

Florida Studio Theatre performance showcases rock 'n' roll pioneer's legendary career.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 20, 2010
Commission tentatively chooses whiter sand

The Town Commission also approved code amendments proposed by The Longboat Key Club and Resort, which make its Islandside renovation-and-expansion project more defensible legally.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • October 18, 2018
Just go and do it

There are benefits and risks to running or walking

  • Health
Courtesy photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • March 26, 2018
Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate receives humanitarian award

NRT LLC, the parent company of Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate, awarded Coldwell the 2018 Humanitarian Outreach Award.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lindsey Conrad hammers stakes into the sand to mark a nest.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 22, 2013
Tracking turtle watchers

Beginning in May, Turtle Watch volunteers hit the beach before the sun rises in search of turtle nests.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 2, 2020
No reservation about reserves?

Manatee County defends reserves policies.

  • East County
  • News
TripAdvisor has recognized Siesta Key as the Travelers' Choice Best Beach in 2015.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • September 25, 2015
TripAdvisor recognizes Siesta Key rentals

The travel website has listed the Sarasota County barrier island among its 13 locations with top rental potential for homeowners.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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