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Starting on New Year's Day, CenterPlace Health will have a new clinic at 1888 Brother Geenen Way in Sarasota.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • December 15, 2020
CenterPlace Health to add two clinics in 2021

The expansion is part of a partnership with Senior Friendship Center.

  • Health
Interim Superintendent David Gayler and the school board heard new academic plans from Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning Bob Gagnon in a December workshop.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • January 2, 2013
Looking ahead: Schools

Last year's budget disaster weighs on the minds of school board members and administration as they prepare to hire a new superintendent in 2013.

  • East County
  • Schools
Manatee County School Board member Julie Aranibar will not be charged with public records and Sunshine law violations.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • February 20, 2013
Manatee School Board member cleared of public records violation charges

The State Attorney's Office reports insufficient evidence to press charges against Manatee County School Board member Julie Aranibar over a potential public records and Sunshine law violation.

  • East County
  • News
At 6'5, Chris Loftus says he's the "shrimp" of his cousins, all of whom are 6'8 and taller.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • July 22, 2015
Conversation with Chris Loftus

​After a career on the soccer field, Chris Loftus traded his cleats for a career in the medical field. He is now the new chief operating officer of Lakewood Ranch Medical Center.

  • East County
  • News
Flutist Claire Chase performed for a small audience.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • August 3, 2020
Van Wezel Foundation and Hermitage Artist Retreat partner for Unscripted series

The partnership’s first online production was held July 30.

  • Arts + Culture
Past and present Arlington Park Neighborhood Association board members Bobby Franske, Mary Anne Bowie, Carolyn Fishel, Nathan Wilson, DeeAnna Dowdle, Terry Langlois and Rachel Wilson.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 19, 2017
Arlington Park residents craft neighborhood map

The Arlington Park Neighborhood Association thinks a map will help identify areas for improvement and establish a better sense of community.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Coordinators of LBK North have planned a forum slated for Jan 18
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • January 18, 2017
North Longboat group refines 2017 vision

After rebranding in 2016, LBK North pushes for major infrastructure improvements on the north end of the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Terry Gans
  • By Ryan Butler |
  • September 26, 2017
Conversation with Mayor Terry Gans

A lot has happened in the mayor's term.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Town Manager Tom Harmer, town labor attorney Reynolds Allen, Southwest Florida Police Benevolent Association president Mick McHale and union attorney Caroleen Brej at the November impasse-resolution meeting.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • July 1, 2020
Police, town have a deal on contract

Three-year pact agreed to by town and union bumps pay, town contributions to retirement plan.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Suzy Brenner
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • July 13, 2020
Paradise Center gains partnerships, inches toward opening

The island's medical center is on schedule to open in September.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Central Park's Miryam Ballard, 2, enters the playground at Bob Gardner Park in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 3, 2020
Can't slide on responsibilities at Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton playgrounds

Officials hope those who use Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton playgrounds take responsibility for social distancing, sanitary measures.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 6, 2020
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  • Sarasota
  • News
David Gayler said his experience in Manatee County, while serving as an assistant superintendent for 10 months in 2001 under then-superintendent Dan Nolan, was the main reason he agreed to temporarily leave retirement behind.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 17, 2012
Gayler takes helm of Manatee Schools

David Gayler started Oct. 15, as interim superintendent.

  • East County
  • News
South West Florida Therapy Animals Partners Ana Dod, with Boots, and Heather Perry, with Milo, hope to host events at the nonprofit's campus to help raise funds for the animals' care.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 19, 2020
The animal effect is in Lakewood Ranch

Ranch provides therapeutic connections in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
AltMed MUV Director of Corporate Affairs Todd Beckwith discusses the 75 products available at AltMed MUV.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 30, 2020
Cannabis dispensary makes debut in Lakewood Ranch area

AltMed MUV cannabis dispensary makes debut in Lakewood Ranch area

  • East County
  • News
  • In Memoriam |
  • April 18, 2019
James B. Morris

James B. Morris (Jim), 89, of Sarasota, Fl, entered eternal life at home surrounded by his loving family.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
  • By Robin Roy |
  • September 30, 2010
County absorbs uncollected debt

The annual process of writing off uncollected debt shows an increase of more than $2 million in unpaid bills and a decrease in collection rates in three years.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 24, 2010
No mystery: Grand Bay resident's first novel is a hit

Last year, Grand Bay resident James Hensal published "Heir of Suspicion."

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Samantha Chaney |
  • March 11, 2019
County libraries to join statewide interlibrary loan program

Once delivered, residents can simply pick up their requested items at their local library.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat Key Town Hall is located at 501 Bay Isles Road.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 7, 2012
Commission to appoint board members tonight

The commission will make appointments to four town boards at tonight's regular meeting.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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