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In May, representatives for JWM Management outlined a concept for a mixed-use project on the Fillmore lot. The city has not received a formal offer, but the inclusion of public parking could shape the proposed purchase price.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 6, 2021
Despite parking questions, St. Armands lot remains on the market

The city has invited interested buyers to submit proposals for acquiring the Fillmore Drive parking lot, but it’s unclear how garage construction may affect any sale price.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Larry Grossman |
  • September 1, 2010
MY VIEW: Panel trying to avoid blurred vision

The problem on Longboat Key is not regulation. It's under-imagination and a lack of clear objectives.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
The Sambucus Solar Center will use tracker panels like these at the FPL Echo River Solar Energy Center in Wellborn, Florida.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 4, 2022
Florida Power & Light seeks fifth solar energy center in Myakka

With 200,000 solar panels , the facility would power 15,000 homes annually in Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
The Sarasota Mid-County Tax Collector's office at Sawyer Loop Road.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 29, 2024
Tax collector and election opponent converge at budget workshop

Barbara Ford-Coates presented her office's budget request while sitting opposite County Commission Chairman Mike Moran, who is challenging the longtime incumbent this fall.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Woman leaves two downtown restaurants without paying her tab
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 17, 2025
Woman leaves two downtown restaurants without paying her tab

After skipping out on tabs at two restaurants, a woman is banned by police from both establishments. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Jim Ley
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 1, 2011
OUR VIEW: What is the business plan?

We keep reading and re-reading the 34 goals members of a town subcommittee presented to the Longboat Key Town Commission to be adopted into the town's vision plan.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • March 30, 2020
There's virtual fun for virtually everyone

Area organizations getting innovative with online options for entertainment

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 27, 2021
East County weather page photo: May 27

Gordon Silver captured this young eaglet getting a flight lesson from a parent bald eagle near White Eagle Boulevard in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • October 29, 2021
Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce celebrates Halloween

Awards were handed out for the best costumes at the Business After Hours event.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • September 15, 2021
Longboat Key, Lakewood Ranch businesses come together for East Meets West

Businesses met in the middle for an expo at the Robarts Arena.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 13, 2009
Mustangs victorious on senior night

The Lakewood Ranch High football team defeated Wauchula Hardee 35-22 tonight in its regular season finale.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 18, 2009
SMR wins philanthropy award

The Southwest Florida Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals awarded Schroeder-Manatee Ranch as corporate philanthropist of the year Nov. 17.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 2, 2009
Indians top Lady Pirates

The Braden River High volleyball team fell to Venice in three straight sets Sept. 1.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 28, 2009
Legacy announces Silver Annual Golf Program

The Silver Annual Golf Program offers unlimited golf and use of the practice range facility from May 1 through Dec. 31.

  • East County
  • Sports
Thirteen children were recognized for their achievements at a special event Thursday.
  • By Miranda Oswald |
  • September 24, 2010
East County youths win at worlds

Four East County youth took home world martial arts titles last weekend.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 9, 2012
JUST THE STATS

2012 - The first year Joan Kelly has been named Captain of the Year at the Longboat Key Public Tennis Center. Pictured are Marsha Thompson, Manager Kay Thayer, Fanny Younger, pro Claudiu Retean, Kelly and pro Eric Hinchman.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lakewood Ranch High was awarded the Class 6A Floyd E. Lay Sunshine Cup, All Sports award May 31.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 1, 2012
Mustangs win All Sports Award

Lakewood Ranch High was awarded the Class 6A Floyd E. Lay Sunshine Cup, All Sports award for being the school with the most athletic success.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Braden River High volleyball team will face Fort Myers in the Class 4A-Region 3 finals Nov. 13.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 10, 2010
Lady Pirates advance to regional final

The Braden River High volleyball team defeated George Steinbrenner 3-0 in a Class 4A-Region 3 semifinal match Nov. 9.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 2, 2011
Distance squad anchors Lady Mustangs to regional runner-up finish

The Lakewood Ranch High girls track team won all four of the distance events at the Class 3A-Region 3 meet April 28 at Charlotte High, propelling the Lady Mustangs to a second-place finish.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 25, 2011
Sharapova shines at Italian Open, readies for French Open

Hideaway Bay resident and former No. 1 tennis player Maria Sharapova clinched a victory at the Italian Open May 15 beating Australian Sam Stosur 6-2, 6-4 for the title.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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