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The final leg of the 44th Avenue East extension project will open to drivers on Aug. 9.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 6, 2025
44th Avenue East extension into Lakewood Ranch welcomes drivers Aug. 9

The project that took over $268 million and over 50 years to come to fruition is complete.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 17, 2014
News Briefs

County seeks public input on Animal Services Department; Creekwood Dog Park reopens after month-long closure; County files Sanborn Studios lawsuit response last week; Manatee County Planning Commission members wanted

  • East County
  • News
Vele Dadeski serves food at the 2021 Sarasota Rocktoberfest.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 10, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Oct. 12-18

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • December 4, 2015
Santa Claus comes to St. Armands

Santa and Mrs. Claus visited St. Armands Circle for the 37th annual Holiday Night of Lights Dec. 4.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
At the top of the Lena Road Landfill, 136 feet above sea level, Dan Gray has a view of the East County residents who depend on his department’s services.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • July 10, 2013
Longtime Manatee County utilities director, Dan Gray, retires

In 30 years, Dan Gray has helped turn Manatee County Utilities into an interdependent, sustainable force. He just likes to avoid the spotlight.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • February 18, 2021
The Talk of the Town

This show-stopping home embodies high style in the new Waterside community.

  • LWR Life
A profile portrait of Lillian Blades, who is originally from the Bahamas, in her Atlanta studio.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • June 25, 2025
Lillian Blades' first solo exhibition sparkles and shines at Sarasota Art Museum

The Atlanta artist's curtain-like assemblages draw on African, Caribbean and Southern influences.

  • Arts + Culture
Officials say the watering schedule change will help minimize impact residents trying to use sidewalks in the evening, while also reducing issues with water pressure.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 29, 2017
Lakewood Ranch to start new irrigation schedule

Changes to Phase I Lakewood Ranch's watering schedule Jan. 1 will improve water pressure, sidewalk usage.

  • East County
  • News
Sergeant Dave Cooper with (from right) Maureen Cooper (mother), Mirka Sidlo (girlfriend) and Bianca Cooper (daughter).
  • By John McGuire |
  • June 29, 2017
Longboat Police Department has a new sergeant

Dave Cooper joined the force in December 2014.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Congressman Vern Buchanan spoke candidly with Lakewood Ranch Medical Center CEO Jim Wilson and other hospital administrators during a meeting May 30.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 31, 2012
Buchanan makes inaugural visit to Lakewood Ranch hospital

On Wednesday, Congressman Vern Buchanan, R-Longboat Key, met with administrators at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center.

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch's Steve Verhoeven was excited to see the Wienermobile up close.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 5, 2017
Wienermobile makes debut at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

The Planter's NUTmobile also came to visit.

  • East County
  • News
Melissa Owens' third-grade class dressed in holiday outfits.
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • December 19, 2013
Classroom spotlight: Bay Haven

Melissa Owens' third-grade class visits Sarasota Judicial Center

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 21, 2022
Man's suspicious death an isolated incident, Sarasota police say

Detectives are investigating the case in the 800 block of Mecca Drive, near North Tamiami Trail.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 9, 2009
Dakin Dairy recreates Christmas

Dakin Dairy Farms will recreate Bethlehem on the day Jesus was born during its Miracle in the Maze event from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Dec. 12 and 19, at the farm, 30771 Betts Road, Myakka City.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 20, 2009
LLSA Chamber re-schedules golf tournament

The 21st annual Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce golf tournament will take place Friday, May 29.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 28, 2010
OBITUARY: Maureen Browne

Maureen Browne was proud of her contributions to Title IX.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 21, 2011
Interdependence Day

The July 3 wedding of Melissa Jekonski and Dr. Brad Lerner was a wonderful addition to the Fourth of July weekend for the family and friends of the couple.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • March 29, 2012
Giving Challenge totals $2.4 million

The 36-Hour Giving Challenge resulted in 10,705 donations totaling more than $2.4 million.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Join Emily Walsh as she reports today's headlines.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • October 9, 2012
Oct. 9: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Taylor Morrison Vice President of Purchasing Derek Andruss, Vice President of Sales Cammie Longenecker and Vice President of Construction Mark Mansfield break ground at the Esplanade by Siesta Key.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • January 29, 2013
Taylor Morrison breaks ground on development

The Esplanade by Siesta Key will offer home prices from $291,000 to $397,000 at the intersection of Stickney Point Road and Richard Place.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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