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A rendering shows what Lido Beach Redevelopment Partners have in mind for the city-owned Lido Beach pool and pavilion.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 15, 2018
Lido pavilion leaseholders discuss plans

Island residents remain skeptical about plans to renovate the Lido pool and pavilion, but the private operators believe they're making progress.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Legacy Trail's east-west segment runs past the Pompano Trailhead, just south of Robarts Arena.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • July 13, 2022
Newest Legacy Trail stop opens in Sarasota

The Pompano Trailhead features 12 lighted pickleball courts and other amenities.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Fish Hole Miniature Golf co-owner Mike Driscoll said events are great for attracting future business.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 16, 2020
Main Street at Lakewood Ranch major events won't return in 2020

Main Street at Lakewood Ranch major events won't return in 2020 .

  • East County
  • News
Pete and Carla Rowan pose for a photo by the town of Longboat Key's electronic sign that specifies Longbeach Village's resident permit parking.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • January 18, 2021
Longboat neighborhood's parking shifts into resident only

The new permit system took effect on New Year's Day for the Longbeach Village neighborhood in Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A portion of U.S. 41 in downtown Sarasota will close for the bayfront fireworks display.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 30, 2016
Street closures planned for Fourth of July festivities

Throughout the city of Sarasota, the celebration of Independence Day will come with a series of closures.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Assistant Fire Chief John Curran filled out the application with Sarasota County EMS Grants.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • September 14, 2021
Grant provides Longboat Key Fire Rescue Department new carbon monoxide detectors

The Longboat Key Fire Rescue Department began using the devices in September.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Photo Caption:  Otherwise fairly plain, black-bellied plovers are named for their breeding plumage, which is a striking mix of white and jet black feathers. (Miri Hardy)
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • July 2, 2021
Bird of the week: black-bellied plover

The largest of the plovers, this species puts on a new look for mating season.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota historic board turns down developer's request to demolish the historic Mira Mar building. (Photo by Mark Gordon)
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • June 15, 2022
Sarasota building inspector calls for immediate safety measures at Mira Mar

The property inspection found "overall decline," and a local expert said the city is liable if the building collapses.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Arturo Sandoval brought the house down at the Sarasota Jazz Festival in March. (File photo)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • June 29, 2022
Jazz Club has grown from fascination to institution

Steady hands have helped the Jazz Club of Sarasota grow by leaps and bounds over decades.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By David Conway |
  • January 2, 2020
High-profile Sarasota projects hope to make major strides in 2020

How do the groups overseeing these planning efforts intend to get it done?

  • Sarasota
  • News
Planning consultant Joel Freedman goes over a preliminary site plan for the Arlington Commons project in front of residents at a community workshop Monday, Aug. 5.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 5, 2019
Arlington Park residents criticize apartment plans

The majority of speakers at a community workshop voiced opposition to a proposed 233-unit complex on Bahia Vista Street that would include 35 attainable apartments.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • October 15, 2021
Longboat Key Cops Corner: No supply-chain crisis here

Police reports around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
ODA junior Aubrey Robbins (18) passes to junior Hannah Larkin against Tampa Catholic.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 13, 2022
ODA girls lacrosse wins with 'positive mental attitude'

The Thunder, 12-1 on the season, has used a number of techniques to keep the team's morale high in 2022.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 10, 2022
Manatee County Commission, At-Large: Carol Whitmore

Meet the candidate.

  • East County
  • News
A leading official at Sarasota Memorial Hospital said vaccination remains the most effective tool for preventing serious issues related to COVID-19.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 19, 2021
Sarasota Memorial Hospital sees rise in COVID-19 patients

The hospital has 36 patients with COVID-19, including seven in intensive care. Health professionals say serious issues remain limited almost exclusively to unvaccinated individuals.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat Key voters will pick two town commissioners March 14.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 22, 2017
Forum features Longboat commission candidates

A Longboat Observer forum planned for Feb. 27 will put candidates in front of the electorate.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • March 18, 2010
Connectivity plan moves forward

On Monday, City Commissioners approved a connectivity plan to slow traffic and increase pedestrian access to the bayfront through a series of six roundabouts on U.S. 41 and lower speed limits.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota County code enforcement officer John Lally holds a sound-measurement device next to comrade Kevin Burns, who started working weekend hours last month.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • October 11, 2012
Sarasota County beefs up code enforcement

Military veteran Kevin Burns started working overtime to monitor weekend violations.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Rod Thomson |
  • July 21, 2011
My View: It's not a 'drain,' it's a wash

A recent news story reveals a misunderstanding of how the economics work. Employees contributing to their pensions doesn't lessen the economy.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller's Office is located at 1115 Manatee Avenue W., Bradenton. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 22, 2020
Manatee County Clerk and Circuit Court to reopen

In-person appointments at the Manatee County Clerk's office or Circuit Court will resume June 24.

  • East County
  • News
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