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  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 19, 2020
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Sliding into a more secure home

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 27, 2013
Bunny photos available for pickup

If your child had his or her picture taken with the Spring Bunny at Lakewood Ranch Community Activities Corp.'s Eggstravaganza event March 23, it's not too late to get your East County Observer trading card photo.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Individual garden plots thrived at the Lakewood Ranch community garden in 2018. (File photo)
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 17, 2022
Lakewood Ranch residents show renewed interest in community garden

Green thumbs are wanted to replant the community garden in Greenbrook's Adventure Park, expected to open early next year.

  • East County
  • News
Helena Hebda. (Photo by Ryan Kohn.)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 18, 2022
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: 10.20.22

Sarasota Athlete of the Week: 10.20.22

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Lisa Nichols attaches a basket to a bicycle at the Backyard Bike Shop on Longboat Key. She has co-owned the shop with her husband, Charlie, since the late ’90s.
  • By Caleb Motsinger |
  • September 12, 2014
Backyard Bike Shop co-owner becomes co-mechanic

After 20 years in the medical field, Lisa Nichols is taking on new duties at the business she owns with her husband.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jasmyn Ackah, Elle Miller and Ashley McCauley Moore star in “Three Sisters.”
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 24, 2023
Revolution is in the air at Asolo Conservatory's 'Three Sisters'

Director Andrei Malaev-Babel explains why Checkovian drama isn’t all whining and moping.

  • Arts + Culture
Lakewood Ranch High senior running back Kevin Everhart moves a pile of Lemon Bay tackles to score a touchdown. The Mustangs' game against the Manta Rays would be canceled because of lightning. (Photo by Ryan Kohn.)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 28, 2022
Lakewood Ranch running back ready to roll, if lightning doesn't get in the way

Running back Kevin Everhart scores for Lakewood Ranch before season-opener cancelled by lightning in first quarter.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Eric Garwood and Bret Hauff | Observer Staff |
  • January 25, 2018
Fewer condos, less density proposed for Colony site

Whittall's newest plan falls within boundaries of existing rules.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • May 3, 2013
Weekend Best Bet: Braden River Music Festival and Gumbo Cook-off

Linger Lodge will host the Braden River Music Festival and Gumbo Cook-off Saturday, May 4, at the restaurant and campground, 7205 85th St. Court E., Bradenton.'¨'¨

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 30, 2011
Cops Corner

Classic Cops Assault with a deadly wea-pen? March 17, 2000 - 11:56 a.m. 4000 block GMD. Assault. An irate customer threw an ink pen at a rental agent. The customer grabbed her arm and cussed at her. The customer was upset because the agent wouldn't give her a list of addresses of available properties. Police are searching for the attacker.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Workers at the 624 Palm construction site look on as emergency crews rescue a suspended man following a scaffolding failure.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 3, 2017
Construction firms grapple with labor shortage

As high-profile downtown construction accidents draw attention, a lack of available workers is making building in Sarasota more challenging.

  • Sarasota
  • News
FSU/Asolo Conservatory's production of "Stick Fly" runs through Jan. 22
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 19, 2023
'Stick Fly' intrigues but overstuffs heavy issues at Asolo Conservatory

FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training makes you a fly on the wall in a weekend of family revelations with the play "Stick Fly."

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
This drawing depicts the most recent Lift Station 87 design, which now meets the standards outlined in the zoning code. The proposed building is 58 feet at its highest point.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 22, 2014
Engineers revise lift station design, height

After the design for the Lift Station 87 building received some negative feedback for its height, the proposed structure has been lowered - to the displeasure of some residents.

  • Sarasota
  • News
All ages can delight in the hunt for shark teeth and fossils. Find spots that offer a loose graveling bottom,
  • By Randi Donahue |
  • May 21, 2020
Paddling in Peace

Think Gulf Coast beaches are your only waterfront respite? Think again. Take a quick drive east for a trip back in time, and experience the unspoiled Florida wilderness along the waters of Peace River.

  • LWR Life
  • In Memoriam |
  • October 31, 2022
W. Howard Rooks

SARASOTA - W. Howard Rooks, 88 of Sarasota died peacefully at his home on October 20, 2022, surrounded by his loving daughter and grandchildren.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
If patrons can't find the material, instead of paying a fine they may bring in a 20-pound bag of dog food or some blankets to benefit shelters.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 14, 2012
County library offers week of fine forgiveness

The Manatee County Library System this week will take overdue books without penalty to patrons.

  • East County
  • News
The Air Force team took first place for the second year in a row.
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • November 12, 2010
Golf Tournament raises funds for vets

The Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club hosted the 7th annual Armed Forces Cup on Friday, Nov. 12. This year the tournament, which had 84 participants, raised over $4000 for the Sarasota VA Medical Clinic.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 23, 2014
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Michael's On East staff  Scott West, Margaux Arthur, Matt Merriman, Co-Proprietor Phil Mancini and Lavardo Morely stand next to food crates ready for delivery. The restaurant made more than 3,000 meals by noon Sept. 30.
  • By Kat Hughes and Emily Walsh |
  • October 4, 2022
Thankful? Great. Now be helpful.

Amidst the wreckage Hurricane Ian left behind, the rainbow after the storm emerges: When our neighbors need help, we know how to respond.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Nico Moschini and Wendy Mikula won silver medals at state championship.
  • By Sidra Wali |
  • May 15, 2023
Five Tennis For Fun Sarasota athletes head to state championship

The nonprofit, which offers free clinics for athletes with disabilities, wrapped up its third season with three gold and two silver medals.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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