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Linda Holland and Pastor Kelvin Lumpkin issued a duel endorsement today for Suzanne Atwell and Richard Dorfman
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • March 26, 2013
Former candidates issue double endorsement of Atwell, Dorfman

Linda Holland and Kelvin Lumpkin endorse Suzanne Atwell and Richard Dorfman in run-off election.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dilapidated tourism units at the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort have a new August 2016 tourism extension deadline.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 9, 2014
New Colony extension: August 2016

Various parties still face numerous hurdles in their efforts to revitalize the resort, but a ticking town clock is no longer one of them.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Esplanade at Lakewood Ranch's George Scherff, Robyn Kaiserman and Martin Hartmann, who are a part of the Sorrento Gang, volunteer at the Florida Center for Early Childhood.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 8, 2023
Lakewood Ranch's 'Sorrento Gang' has fun while giving back to nonprofits

From golf tournaments to Super Bowl pools, the Esplanade neighbors provide work hours and funds to benefit the community.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 29, 2015
East County Cops Corner 07.30.15

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Karen and Peter Burk with Dawn and Mitchell Epstein
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • January 29, 2016
Forks & Corks Kickoff Party

Forks & Corks weekend kicks off with party at Suncoast Motorsports

  • Black Tie
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 24, 2020
Manatee County Commission District 5: Vanessa Baugh

Meet the candidate.

  • East County
  • News
Free coronavirus testing will be available to Manatee County residents on Saturday at four sites.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 30, 2020
MCR Health offers free coronavirus testing for Manatee County residents.

Sarasota, Bradenton and Parrish will host free coronavirus collection sites.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • October 8, 2022
Lakewood Ranch comes together at Music on Main to support Hurricane Ian victims

The event was a chance for East County residents to relax after Hurricane Ian, as well as support those most impacted by the storm.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Katie Johns |
  • June 5, 2018
Campers set sail on Sarasota Bay

The Sarasota Youth Sailing campers are busy learning the ropes of the water sport as they kick off the second week of camp.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • March 4, 2019
Archie Griffin Pairing Party kicks off weekend of golf

The party March 4 at Thee Concession Golf Club benefitted Boys & Girls Club of Sarasota County.

  • Black Tie
How to ward off insomnia and get the Zzzs you need to stay healthy.
  • By Kristine Nickel |
  • July 12, 2021
To sleep or not to sleep (sorry, not an option)

Getting enough sleep is crucial to our well-being. Here are some steps to ensure you're getting enough of it.

  • Health
  • By Pam McTeer |
  • July 1, 2009
Cash Flow Creativity

Several East County businesses are introducing innovative business strategies to bring in customers during an economic downturn.

  • East County
  • News
Members of the public wait for their turn to speak. 81 people voiced their opposition to the proposed recycling plant.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • August 23, 2017
Commission votes not to allow recycling facility outside of Celery Fields

After a nearly 10 hour public hearing with 81 speakers, commissioners voted 3-2 not to allow the facility.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 8, 2020
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Not rabid

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Grace Barger, 7-year-old Allison Silveira, and Shannon Carrasco get their groove on.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 8, 2023
Fun in the Sun Back to School Bash merges health and fun

The event brought together community partners for a morning that included free school supplies, music and dancing.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch's Tracy Gapin has written his first book, "MALE 2.0: Cracking the Code to Limitless Health and Vitality."
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 26, 2020
Lakewood Ranch doctor delves into men's health with his first book

Lakewood Ranch doctor's first book, "Male 2.0: Cracking the Code to Limitless Health and Vitality" now available.

  • East County
  • News
Beyond coastal lands, the Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast also turns its attention to inland preservation.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 7, 2022
Land-conservation foundation focuses on the future

Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast aims to protect water and green space for decades to come.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch's Morgan Salmon battles Braden River's Jenny Linde for the ball during the second half.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 11, 2012
Lakewood Ranch claims victory in rivalry kickoff

Lakewood Ranch claims victory against local rivals Braden River.

  • East County
  • Sports
Urban Design Studio Director Karin Murphy said that she wanted to allow for some creativity in the new sign regulations while calling for a higher overall quality standard.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 1, 2015
New zoning code aims to freshen up city storefronts

As the city prepares to overhaul its zoning code, the Urban Design Studio is working with merchants to develop new regulations governing signage.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Superintendent Terry Connor talks with board member Robyn Marinelli.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 27, 2023
Sarasota School Board begins consideration of annual budget

A vote will take place on the tentative budget during a meeting on Aug. 1.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
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