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Mote executives say that now construction of the new aquarium has gone vertical, corporate sponsorships are a greater possibility.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 15, 2023
New Mote aquarium construction goes vertical for fall 2024 opening

Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium executives are elated that the $132 million Science Education Aquarium project at Nathan Benderson Park has hit its vertical construction stage.

  • East County
  • News
James Satcher hosts the March 31 town hall at the Rocky Bluff Branch Library.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 5, 2022
After favoritism found in Manatee County government, focus turns to transparency

Leaders say more town hall meetings and timely agendas are the keys to improving transparency to the community.

  • East County
  • News
New Lynches Pub & Grub owners Jason and Lisa Burns with longtime owners Ethna and Chris Lynch, who opened Lynches Landing on Longboat Key in 1986, and then closed the restaurant to open Lynches Pub & Grub on St. Armands Circle.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 1, 2015
Lynches cash pot of gold for retirement

It’s not the end of the rainbow: The famous sisters behind Lynches Pub & Grub have their Irish eyes set on the easy life after 28 years as restaurant owners.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jolie Pastorick said she practices golf in some form every day.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 23, 2023
Sarasota golfer headed to Drive, Chip and Putt finals at Augusta National

Jolie Pastorick won the girls 14-15 division at The Bear's Club in Jupiter last October with 143 points.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
John Pirman: "Diving into Nature" opens at Selby Gardens' downtown campus on July 22.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 18, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 20-26

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
The new 120,000-square-foot Sarasota County Administration Center will be next to Celery Fields in Fruitville Commons just east of I-75.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • September 30, 2023
Sarasota County breaks ground on new administration center

Staff is expected to vacate the current downtown headquarters and occupy the new building in late 2025.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 18, 2022
Kiwanis looks back at Lawn Party escapades

The Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key thanks retired town staffer James Linkogle for his help with the annual events.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The growth of staghorn coral that was outplanted by Mote in 2019 near Key West.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • May 3, 2023
Mote coral reef restoration to have far-reaching benefits

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium will use a $7 million grant from NOAA to lead restoration of Florida’s Coral Reef.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A glass-encased stairwell extending from the north elevation of the Sarasota County Administration Center will be the dominant architectural feature.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 26, 2023
New county administrative center emphasizes health, fitness

A glassed-in staircase and views of Celery Fields are intended to promote fitness and vitality among staff. The $75 million building is also planned to be more public-friendly.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • January 23, 2020
Bottoms up for Mote

We'll drink to ending red tide.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Senior hospital technician Jonathan Hande, barred owl Nova and operations manager Jocelyn Shearer.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • July 21, 2021
Save Our Seabirds to reopen July 30

The bird hospital and research facility has been closed to the public for 16 months.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Abby Weingarten |
  • February 17, 2022
Spring Into Action

There’s a pastime for every passion in Lakewood Ranch.

  • LWR Life
Sujin Lim's concept of her "Sun Always Shines" proposal.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 5, 2023
Sun shines through clouds in sculpture chosen for Fruitville roundabout

A year after a rejection of Dwell, the city's Public Art Committee picks another sculpture concept, Sun Always Shines, by Sujin Lim. The selection must be approved by the City Commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Chateau Sarasota officially opens Feb. 4 in the former Roy's space.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • February 1, 2023
French cuisine to open at former Roy’s in Sarasota

After more than a year of delays, The Chateau Sarasota on Siesta Drive will open Feb. 4.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
The parcel in question is on the northwest corner of State Road 64 and 117th Street East.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • June 21, 2023
Opponents to planned SR 64 car dealership out of legal options

The nonprofit Save Gates Creek and its Neighborhoods Inc. spent two years in a legal battle to stop the Cox Chevrolet dealership planned for State Road 64 and 117th Street East.

  • East County
  • News
The Longboat Key Publix
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 9, 2011
News Briefs

Publix sheds light on dark parking lot questions; Sarasota Bay Watch seeks town partnership; Town schedules beach presentations

  • Longboat Key
  • News
In another split decision, the City Commission affirmed its decision to keep Lido Beach closed until at least next week.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 13, 2020
City stands behind decision to keep Lido Beach closed

Despite appeals from St. Armands Circle businesses, city leaders won't reopen the beach until next week at the earliest.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Canadian Brass returns to Sarasota with a holiday concert Dec. 4 at Sarasota Opera House.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • November 29, 2023
Canadian Brass brings its unique style to Sarasota for a holiday concert

The award-winning Canadian Brass quintet has strong Sarasota ties.

  • Arts + Culture
The larger L-shaped cottage will temporarily sit on cribs near 6920 Gulf of Mexico Drive. Photo: Nat Kaemmerer
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • January 25, 2021
Chiles Group moves L-shaped historic cottage

Crews moved the cottage down Palm Drive early in the morning on Jan. 21.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 23, 2010
CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: Freedom Elementary

The East County Observer caught up with students in Jennifer Scheid and Ellie Dauphas' third-grade class at Freedom Elementary School to learn about their favorite subjects.

  • East County
  • News
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