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Currently, there are no traffic control measures at the intersection of Lakewood Ranch Boulevard and Balmoral Woods Boulevard/Water Lily Way. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • June 27, 2022
Construction begins on Lakewood Ranch Blvd. traffic signal at Balmoral/Water Lily

Manatee County schedules the $2.8 million traffic light project in response to residents' requests for a safer intersection.

  • East County
  • News
Shelli Freeland Eddie
  • By David Conway |
  • February 11, 2015
CCNA forum highlights neighborhood issues

A City Commission candidate forum Saturday illuminated key points leading up to the March 10 election, highlighting the interests of the candidates - and the neighborhood groups that posed the questions.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Small cell facilities were installed in downtown Sarasota in 2018.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 28, 2022
Longboat leaders approve cell-pole plan for north end

Nine small-cell facilities could be working by early 2023, Verizon official tells town.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The town of Longboat Key's public beach parking reopened at the start of June, but then closed again on June 30.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • July 27, 2020
Longboat Key closures continue for at least two more weeks

Public beach parking, Longboat Key facilities and many amenities will remain closed because of concerns about COVID-19.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ethan Jarr.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 4, 2020
East County Athlete of the Week: Ethan Jarr

The ODA swimmer talks his best stroke and his philosophy on life.

  • East County
  • Sports
Susan Lowther. Courtesy photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 30, 2022
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Susan Lowther

The sophomore leads the Rams girls lacrosse team in goals and assists.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • February 15, 2022
The Paradise Center hosts pickleball classes

About 25 attendees came to the second class taught by enthusiasts.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Former Sarasota High Head Coach Brody Wiseman is now the offensive coordinator at Riverview High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 15, 2022
Sailors football believes togetherness, improved line play will lead to more wins

Sarasota Head Coach Brody Wiseman believes 2022 is the season the program can turn the corner and reach the postseason.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Detective Lt. Robert Bourque investigates cyber crime on Longboat Key.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • January 28, 2020
Recognizing a scam before it happens to you

Detective Lt. Robert Bourque shared tips for keeping yourself and your money safe.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The School Board of Manatee County votes 3-2 to extend its mask mandate with opt out option until Oct. 29.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • August 24, 2021
School Board of Manatee County extends mask mandate

A mask mandate with opt-out option will be in place for the School District of Manatee County until Oct. 29.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 10, 2020
Longboat Key Cops Corner: All cool in the pool

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Owen Comora
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • October 20, 2011
FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Owen Comora

Do you know the senior senior bird naturalist at Myakka River State Park, Owen Comora?

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Lakewood Ranch High girls cross country team finished second out of 58 teams Sept. 24.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 27, 2011
Lady Mustangs finish second at Mountain Dew Invite

The Lakewood Ranch High girls cross country team finished second to Estero in the 58-team field at the University of Florida Mountain Dew Invitational Sept. 24, in Gainesville.

  • East County
  • Sports
The future look of Longboat Key is being debated as town staff rewrite the zoning code.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • January 18, 2017
Building heights stall push for Longboat code changes

As town staff aim to bring dozens of properties into conformity, concerns about building heights bubble to the surface.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Closed to golfers since the early weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic and reopened in mid-2020 as a series of nature trails, Bobby Jones is in line for a restoration of its original 18 holes. (Eric Garwood)
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 31, 2022
Bobby Jones trails to close to allow initial golf course restoration

Renovated golf course could be open by November, city says.

  • Sarasota
  • News
At an April meeting of the Republican Club of Longboat KeyƂ , School Board member Bridget Ziegler, center, was joined by candidates Robyn Marinelli and Timothy Enos. (File photo)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 31, 2022
Longboat Key voters opt for challengers in Sarasota School Board election

In contentious race, the town leaned toward opponents of all three countywide winners.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • December 10, 2015
Developer plans upscale Rosemary hotel

Boston-based developer Jason Cincotta is moving ahead with plans for a 76-room hotel at 599 Cocoanut Ave.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 12, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Chillouge Night

Despite a brief rain interruption, hundreds of people had an opportunity to blow off steam and relax Saturday, March 10, at the swanky outdoor Chillounge Night. With music, outdoor bars and a parade featuring dancers and drummers, the night had something to help everyone chill.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lisa Burns, the owner of Farmhouse Animal and Nature Sanctuary, spends time with Valentine, one of the horses at the sanctuary. Burns says every donation makes a difference at the sanctuary. Photo by Liz Ramos.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 18, 2022
Lakewood Ranch-area nonprofits have high hopes for the Giving Challenge

East County nonprofits hope Giving Challenge allows them to make a greater impact.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Jeffery Kin's Living Arts Festival will debut in and around Sarasota in November.
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • August 24, 2022
Local theater professional to create new arts festival in Sarasota

Jeffery Kin spent 15 years building drama at The Players Centre, and now he's hoping to build a bigger stage for all of Sarasota's arts organizations.

  • Arts + Culture
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