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School District of Manatee County Superintendent Cynthia Saunders
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 9, 2019
State's settlement with School District of Manatee County superintendent rejected

Education Practices Commission rejects settlement with School District of Manatee County Superintendent Cynthia Saunders

  • East County
  • News
New DSA Chairman Mike Beitzinger says he's currently focused on executing the organization's ongoing projects.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 27, 2015
Downtown group works to build a broad coalition

In an area crowded with specialized interest groups, how can the Downtown Sarasota Alliance work to achieve its goal of representing a wider audience?

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Florida Blue |
  • June 10, 2021
Florida Blue invests $1.5 million in Sarasota, Manatee organizations

Florida Blue invests $1.5 million in Sarasota, Manatee organizations

  • Health
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Chief Transportation Planner Colleen McGue discusses the Sarasota in Motion master plan with resident Patrick Gannon at a workshop Tuesday, March 10.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 12, 2020
City transportation plan emphasizes biking, walking, public transit

Sarasota planning officials believe projects focused on alternate modes of travel will create a better balance on city streets.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 20, 2010
Briefs

Briefs

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Although the downtown CRA Advisory Board wants to prioritize Fruitville Road improvements, Chief Planner Steve Stancel is still working with consultants on plans for the project.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 28, 2016
City ponders final downtown CRA priorities

As the city and county continue to squabble over the end of the downtown CRA, officials discuss how to spend the remaining funds.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 18, 2013
NEWS BRIEFS

Commission reviews changes to SMR project; Keep Manatee Beautiful honors green practices; School district puts two properties up for sale

  • East County
  • News
SCAT launched its new mobility-on-demand service on June 1. Photo provided by Sarasota County.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • October 26, 2021
Longboat Key leaders discuss islandwide on-demand transit service

SCAT has offered its on-demand service since June, whereas MCAT requires 24 hours advanced notice.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Lakewood Ranch High and Braden River High boys basketball programs will play each other on Friday, and their coaches will be donning some curious attire — for a good cause.Â
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 26, 2021
Lakewood Ranch, Braden River boys basketball teams holding Suits and Sneakers game

The game will raise money for the American Cancer Society.

  • East County
  • Sports
Lakewood Ranch High School theater students will perform in a virtual cabaret March 5.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 4, 2021
Ready to dazzle virtually in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch High School theater students host virtual cabaret show.

  • East County
  • News
Vincente Garcia installs irrigation lines for landscaping along Lighthouse Drive, the "backbone" road of the project.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 8, 2020
Pandemic spurs development changes at Heritage Harbour

Developer says pandemic changed design plans to create a healthier environment.

  • East County
  • News
Interim Planning, Zoning and Building Director Alaina Ray said that planning for Longboat Key’s future in the next 20 years is crucial.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 16, 2013
Interim P&Z Director plans for Urban Land Institute

Alaina Ray, the town's interim Planning, Zoning and Building Director, said 80% of her time has been spent preparing for the Urban Land Institute.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Even during the fall and winter, town officials recommend keeping fertilizer 10 feet from waterways.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 6, 2019
Town's rainy-season fertilizer restrictions in effect

Longboat Key's rules apply from June 1 through Sept. 30.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ceremony participants posed for a photo.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 11, 2020
Veterans groups recognize service at Veterans Day ceremony

Supporters gathered at VFW Post 3233 on Nov. 11.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The work will go on right to the opening of the circus and beyond for the workers who toil behind the scenes.
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • February 2, 2022
Big top takes big effort to assemble

Before the animals, the clowns or the performers arrive, the hard work at Circus Sarasota lies in putting the tent together.

  • Arts + Culture
Orlando-based vendor Betinha Murta had several "Alice in Wonderland"-styled designs.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • January 19, 2022
Crafters show inch-high designs at miniature festival

The Sarasota Fun in the Sun festival was held Jan. 14-16.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • May 12, 2016
St. Armands leaders expand bathroom wish list

As the city works on addressing a long-standing need for public restrooms on St. Armands Circle, businesses want to add even more facilities to the shopping district.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Junior Aaliyah Capers is playing some guard for the Pirates in 2021 after exclusively playing in the paint her first two seasons.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 1, 2021
Braden River girls basketball is staying the course

Despite losing star O'Mariah Gordon to graduation, the Pirates expect the program's success to continue

  • East County
  • Sports
The Lakewood Ranch boys soccer team is heading to states.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 7, 2017
Lakewood Ranch boys soccer heads to final four

The Mustangs beat Plant City 2-0 on Tuesday.

  • East County
  • Sports
Susan Phillips and Steve Branham
  • By Dora Walters |
  • May 30, 2012
Longboat Key couple celebrates engagement

It's official! Susan Phillips and Steve Branham are engaged and are planning a beach wedding for this summer.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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