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Bradenton-based ET MacKenzie completed repair work after the town of Longboat Key's June's sewage break. Photo courtesy of the town of Longboat Key.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • February 11, 2021
Longboat Key leaders set to decide on how to handle sewage break penalties

A private meeting is set for Feb. 22. The FDEP seeks $188,382 in civil penalties and costs from the town of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
It's unusual to have two full-size golf courses in a beachside community the size of Longboat Key, real estate experts said.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • August 15, 2017
Longboat's ZIP code is Florida's 11th priciest real estate market

Nearby beach communities also land in state's top 20.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Gianfranco Santagati has wanted to get the takeout business open for a while but has struggled to find enough employees.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 2, 2022
La Norma on Longboat Key opens new takeout concept

The Italian restaurant is adding The Italian Market to the Centre Shops, where pizza, sandwiches and more will be available to-go.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 11, 2021
This Week in Sarasota: Nov. 11-17

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 5, 2019
Longboat Key tennis community competes in USTA tournament

The Cat II tournament features high-caliber players from around the country.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
If approved, a new ordinance will increase an annual fee paid by downtown restaurants with sidewalk cafe permits by $3 per square foot of outside space used for additional sidewalk and alley cleanings.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 27, 2023
Fee hike proposed on downtown restaurants with sidewalk seating

The Downtown Improvement District board asks the city to add a fee of $3 per square foot for additional sidewalk cleaning.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mooney junior guard Olivia Davis leads the team in scoring through nine games.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 23, 2021
Cougars girls basketball welcomes all challengers

After a run to the state title game in 2020, Cardinal Mooney wants everyone's best shot

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 23, 2020
Cops Corner: Sarasota 1.23.20

Enjoy this weeks edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
This year's co-chairs of the annual Christmas Bazaar: JoAnn Sifuentes, Diane Monaghan and Chris Gooderham. (Lesley Dwyer)
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 20, 2022
St. Mary's annual Christmas Bazaar is Nov. 5

Church members start making sale items in May for their annual Christmas Bazaar.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
'Le Chef'
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • July 14, 2014
FILM REVIEW: 'Le Chef'

'Le Chef' is the latest foodie film guaranteed to tickle your taste buds as well as your funny bone.

  • Arts + Culture
Manatee County officials were handing out tarps, food and water in Myakka City on Saturday.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 1, 2022
All Manatee County residents have water service again

Manatee County officials head to Myakka City to provide relief.

  • East County
  • News
Besides being a ringmaster, Sarasota's Joseph Bauer performs death defying stunts on the Wheel of Death.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 1, 2023
Circus Arts Conservatory brings Sarasota locals center stage

Two circus acts will return to their hometown to perform in Circus Sarasota.

  • Arts + Culture
Danielle Craig, the managing partner and general manager of Capital Grille, and server Adam Pratt offered tenderloin sliders that were an absolute hit.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 12, 2023
Nathan Benderson Park offers taste of the future with Mote event

Seasonal Tastings raises awareness of the Science Education Aquarium, which is scheduled to open in late 2024 in Sarasota.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • June 11, 2018
Longboat investors appeal town's Colony demolition order

An emergency demolition of the buildings at the site of the former Colony Beach & Tennis Resort has been challenged on the grounds that it does not afford property owners appropriate due process.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lea Sevola plays Vivienne Kensington in the touring production of "Legally Blonde."
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • December 26, 2022
A special ovation for 'Legally Blonde' actor at Van Wezel

Lea Sevola will get a chance to spend holidays home with her family, and then she'll get right back on the stage for the touring production of "Legally Blonde."

  • Arts + Culture
Jason Bearden, his 6-year-old daughter, Tessa; his wife, Katie; and his 8-week-old daughter, Allie, celebrated on election night. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 23, 2022
Jason Bearden wins Manatee County Commission at-large seat

Jason Bearden unseated four-term Commissioner Carol Whitmore with 61.54% of the votes.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 21, 2018
Save Our Seabirds completes Earth Day project

Volunteers from Wells Fargo placed 227 native plants around the Save Our Seabirds property April 21.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Farmers Market of Lakewood Ranch was crowded 10 minutes after it opened at its new site at Waterside Place.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 7, 2021
Market at Lakewood Ranch enjoys huge opening at Waterside Place

Market at Lakewood Ranch's debut at Waterside Place is a hit.

  • East County
  • News
Visual artist John Sims uses the symbolism of the Confederate flag to spark discussions about racism in America.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 9, 2021
Flipping the Script

In his installation and performance at The Ringling, John Sims subverts the songs and symbols of white supremacy.

  • Arts + Culture
Karen Holbrook, the regional chancellor of the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee, and Cynthia Saunders, the superintendent of the School District of Manatee County, can't wait to see the completed Aviation Maintenance Technician School.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 1, 2023
Aviation Maintenance Technician School ready for takeoff at SRQ

Manatee Technical College and Suncoast Technical College, among other partners, celebrate the groundbreaking of the new aviation school that will offer hands-on opportunities for students.

  • East County
  • Schools
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