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  • By Jess McIntyre |
  • August 15, 2019
Back at the Ranch: Back-to-School Blues

Being back in school doesn’t have to be a drag. Ranch Mom offers some insight into how to make it a rather painless season for all — despite the continued ovenlike temperatures.

  • LWR Life
Kung Fu Tea and ChiChop franchise owner Michael Dong says he focuses on customer service and quality to ensure guests have a good experience. Bubble teas will become more popular as people try them.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 17, 2019
New business bubbles up in Sarasota

Asian franchises pair for one-stop concept.

  • East County
  • News
Manatee County District 5 Commissioner Vanessa Baugh hopes this budget cycle commissioners will prioritize extending Lena Road so it connects between state roads 70 and 64 .
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 6, 2019
Commissioners form a $7 million shopping list in Manatee County

Failed Homestead Exemption increase leads to $7 million in unexpected funds for county.

  • East County
  • News
The Fort Hamer Bridge Project also includes the widening of Fort Hamer Road and Upper Manatee River Road. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 7, 2016
Bridge creates path to prosperity

Entrepreneurs in Lakewood Ranch say the Fort Hamer Bridge could tap into a new market.

  • East County
  • News
The city is considering building a garage with more than 500 spaces on the site of a public lot along North Adams Drive.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 14, 2016
St. Armands zeroes in on garage tax plan

As the city pursues a potential parking garage on St. Armands, a consultant has recommended a proportionate payment scheme for area property owners.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Australian group Gravity and Other Myths will perform at the eighth annual Ringling International Arts Festival.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 7, 2016
Scene and Heard

Get the latest in the world of A+E

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By David Conway |
  • April 28, 2016
Development advocates lure employers downtown

As Sarasota leaders work to recruit and grow businesses in the region, filling offices downtown could lead to a boost in commercial activity, too.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 3, 2015
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Julia DeCastro now works on the specialty leasing team at The Mall at University Town Center. Photo by Amanda Sebastiano
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • June 18, 2014
University Town Center welcomes new employee

After leasing Lakewood Ranch Main Street 100%, Julia DeCastro turns her focus to finding niche, short-term leases at the new mall.

  • East County
  • News
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  • By Nicole Thompson |
  • April 21, 2014
TWIS Happy Hour Guide: Magnum Wine & Tastings

TWIS Happy Hour Guide: Magnum Wine & Tastings

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 28, 2013
COPS CORNER: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Ruth's Chris Steak House is the first of several restaurants to open before the end of the year.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 10, 2023
New restaurants opening in Lakewood Ranch, East County

Ruth's Chris Steak House was the first of several new restaurants set to open before the end of the year.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Edwardo Diaz and Yenifer Aries clean up the sidewalk outside Alvin's Island shop after torrential rains caused flooding on St. Armands Circle on June 12.
  • By Jim DeLa |
  • June 12, 2024
St. Armands cleans up after heavy rains

Columbia Restaurant and Cha-Cha Coconuts on St. Armands Circle will reopen Wednesday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Officer investigates 2 people walking into Longboat at night
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 20, 2024
Officer investigates 2 people walking into Longboat at night

The individuals' shaky story seemed suspicious to the responding officer. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Man alleges spying operation at a downtown convenience store
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 15, 2025
Man alleges spying operation at a downtown convenience store

Convinced he was on a CIA and FBI hit list for his knowledge of international espionage, a man kicked a store customer whom he believed was following him. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Dan Goodman, a Lakewood Ranch High School physics teacher, died May 14.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 28, 2023
Lakewood Ranch High mourns death of physics teacher

Dan Goodman is remembered for his NASA career and dedication to his students and family.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 11, 2020
Longboat Key Cops Corner: A truck but no driver

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Palm Aire Country Club resident Gus Andreone, 104, was highlighted during a special tribute to the PGA of America prior to the PGA Championship July 30. Andreone is the organization's oldest living member.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 10, 2016
Living Legend: Palm Aire resident carries long-lasting golf legacy

At 104 years old, Palm Aire Country Club resident Gus Andreone is the PGA's oldest living member — and has a lasting friendship with golf icon Arnold Palmer.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • August 27, 2014
Beyond the Business: Asparagus

Since her days working in an antique store on Park Avenue in Orlando, Elizabeth Bentley has had a dream to own a store. In January 2013, she opened Asparagus in Towles Court.

  • Arts + Culture
Don Roberts, left, and Bob Rosinsky worked together at Goodwill Manasota for decades. (Photo is from 2012.)
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • May 29, 2025
Longtime Goodwill CEO, prominent pastor dies at 82

Don Roberts leaves a large legacy not only in growing a nonprofit, but in giving people a job — and ‘human dignity and a sense of hope when no one else would give it to them.’

  • Sarasota
  • News
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