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Nobody's Listening, a copper sculpture by New College of Florida art professor Jack Cartlidge, has been at City Hall since it was commissioned in 1967.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 23, 2023
Developers' contributions to public art fund will double

The Sarasota City Commission unanimously approved a plan that raises the fee to 1% of the construction cost of developments that cost $1 million or more to build.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Sarasota City Commission discusses affordable housing policy strategies with planning staff during a workshop on Monday, Jan. 27 at City Hall.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 30, 2020
Sarasota officials advance affordable housing conversation

The city continues to identify housing as a community priority. Are policymakers ready to take meaningful steps toward addressing the issue?

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lake Club Giving Circle founder Barbara Najmy and member Julie Swan show off some of the sneakers the giving circle collected for The Twig nonprofit. (Photo by Jay Heater)
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 28, 2022
The Lake Club's circle of giving increases

"If you stay the course and continue to surround yourself with like-minded women, then great things come of it," founder Barbara Najmy says.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Scott Gutschewski holds up the 2023 LECOM Suncoast Classic trophy.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 23, 2023
Scott Gutschewski wins 2023 Suncoast Classic in a playoff in Lakewood Ranch

Gutschewski made his birdie putt on the No. 18 hole at Lakewood National while Logan McAllister missed.

  • East County
  • Sports
Zohreh Ambrose shows those in attendance at the Waterlefe Golf and River Club that mustard is the "in" color this season.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 7, 2021
Waterlefe Golf and River Club hosts fall fashion show

P.J.'s Boutique of Sarasota brings fall fashions to Waterlefe Golf and River Club.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Since he joined the city in 2017, Steve Cover has been preparing to undertake a comprehensive transportation study to assist with long-term planning.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 3, 2019
People to watch 2019: Steve Cover

The city’s planning director will lead significant discussions about traffic, zoning and more.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 18, 2014
Phased Key Club project in the works

Ocean Properties officials are working with town staff on hurdles in the town's code that are preventing them from submitting a site-plan application.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Patty McBride,  here with her dog Honey, says volunteering at Southeastern Guide Dogs keeps her active physically and mentally.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • May 8, 2019
Longboat resident helps furry friends in spare time

When Patty McBride retired, she wanted to stay busy, so she started volunteering with Southeastern Guide Dogs.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota residents parade through the streets after they vote to approve Sarasota County. Photo courtesy Sarasota County Libraries & Historical Resources.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • July 1, 2021
Sarasota County Centennial: Start of county was contentious

A dispute over (you guessed it) roads set up the official establishment of Sarasota County on July 1, 1921.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sage Longboat Key proposes to build 16 beachfront residences at 4651 Gulf of Mexico Drive, the site of Sun 'n' Sea Cottages & Apartments. New projects could help boost future taxable values on the Key.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • October 19, 2020
Longboat Key property values decrease for first time in seven years

The Sarasota County side of the island saw a decrease in taxable property values.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Marcus Mitchell, Rhonda Samuels and Michael Samuels are the trio behind The Venue. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Su Byron |
  • June 5, 2019
The Venue brings the taste of the Big Easy to St. Armands Circle

The new restaurant and music venue combines New Orleans spirit with All-American flavor.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Jason and Shelly Crouse
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • July 20, 2021
Bubble tea shop The Thirsty Snail has burst onto the Longboat Key scene

Bradenton couple Shelly and Jason Crouse own the mid-island tea and coffee shop.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 27, 2022
East County weather page photo: October 27

John Colon captured this photo of a black-bellied whistling duck up in a tree at University Park Country Club.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Jane Herrin. File photo.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • September 9, 2021
9.11 Remembered: Fire marshal was with Bush team at Emma Booker

Herrin was in the same building as the President and watched the tragedy unfold from the media center.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Junior Adanna Wharton and sophomore Madison Kelley report in for their duel exhibition. Wharton and Kelley enjoy being able to create their own routine.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 15, 2023
Braden River High JROTC students put own spin on drill routines

JROTC drill team duel exhibitionists are able to develop their own routines to meet their abilities.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Adam N. Phillips, D.O, Board Certified General Surgeon & Vein Specialist |
  • July 21, 2022
Stages of Vein Disease: What Stage Am I?

Stages of Vein Disease: What Stage Am I?

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Greenbrook's Bethany Carr hopes Ivybrook Academy can fill a gap for the demand in preschool education in the community. Photo by Liz Ramos.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 1, 2022
Ivybrook Academy preschool to open in east Bradenton

Greenbrook resident plans to open a new preschool with individualized education serving Bradenton, Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Schools
Larry and Dawn Labanics have welcomed Tilly from a Lousiana shelter into their home.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • October 4, 2021
Hurricane pets find their way to local homes

Humane Society of Sarasota County has been taking in pets from damaged shelters in Louisiana.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • In Memoriam |
  • February 13, 2023
Abdul Gaffar, PhD

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Abdul Gaffar, PhD; a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and inventor, in Lakewood Ranch FL, on February 2, 2023.

  • East County
  • Tributes & Obituaries
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
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