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A rendering of a $16.99 million home under construction by Seaward Development on Siesta Key features a salt water pool, 1,500-square-foot rooftop terrace and a 1,530-square-foot guest house. (Courtesy of Seaward Development)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 18, 2022
New Siesta Key home offered at nearly $17 million

A new construction home on Higel Avenue that can garage 16 vehicles is offered by the builder at $16.99 million, joining a list of eight-figure homes for sale in the Sarasota area.

  • Siesta Key
  • Real Estate
In 2013, NASA began using Florikan’s SNR product to fertilize its hydroponic vegetable garden on the International Space Station. (Photo by Harry Sayer)
  • By Eric Snider |
  • February 17, 2022
Growing Green

In 1982, Ed and Betty Rosenthal launched Florikan ESA, a manufacturer of environmentally sustainable fertilizer. Since then, the company, headquartered in Lakewood Ranch, has earned top awards for its innovative technology and environmental leadership. In

  • LWR Life
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • September 14, 2016
Chapman Sunshine case fees may eclipse $400,000

The city of Sarasota could pay an additional $50,000 as Citizens for Sunshine’s case against Commissioner Susan Chapman moves through an appeal.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Tampa Mustangs-TJ club softball team, which includes six players from Lakewood Ranch High, finished third at the PGF National Championships in Huntington Beach, California. Courtesy photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 4, 2021
Lakewood Ranch club softball team finishes third at national championships

Lakewood Ranch area players are key to Tampa Mustangs-TJ travel team success.

  • East County
  • Sports
Ambassadors Darrin Caldwell and Kellie Spring cut the ribbon along with Sandra Smith, the Secur-All team and the Reed Medical Group team.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 21, 2022
Secur-All Insurance cuts ribbon at new Longboat Key location

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for the longtime business's new location.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 17, 2021
Longboat Key Cops Corner: No time like the present . . . or is there?

Police reports from around Longboat Key, Sept. 10-17.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Susan and Jim Eicken could not believe Lou Deeter found Jim's wedding band. Deeter was thrilled to find the ring's owner.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 15, 2018
In Lakewood Ranch, there's a nice ring to this story

Lakewood Ranch man's wedding ring goes missing, and a cyclist returns it one month later.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • October 18, 2021
Longboat Key staff recommends approval of St. Regis revised parking plan

Commissioners expected to discuss, vote a second time on residential and resort proposal.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Nick Campbell, the director of golf at Lakewood National Golf Club, said both his courses hosted a combined 103,000 rounds in 2021.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 12, 2022
Suncoast Classic returns with a No. 1 golf course rating

LECOM Suncoast Classic's Lakewood Ranch course captures national attention after GolfPass review.

  • East County
  • News
Esteemed tennis coach Nick Bollettieri called IMG Academy student Christian Harrison, 18, one of the sport’s rising stars.
  • By Katie Hendrick |
  • April 11, 2013
Local tennis player opens up before Sarasota Open

IMG Academy student Christian Harrison has overcome wrist and hamstring injuries in recent years.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • May 18, 2020
County prepares for potential hurricane evacuations amid COVID-19

Officials are considering additional measures such as more space between people, masks and extra sanitation.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch, wearing pink jerseys, lines up against Venice High. The Mustangs would lose 61-7. Photo by Liz Ramos.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 2, 2021
East County football roundup: 10.01.21

East County football roundup: 10.01.21

  • East County
  • Sports
Pat Orre and Tricia Taormino take a look at some clothes for sale.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • February 2, 2019
Shop till you drop at Designing Women

The Upscale Sidewalk Sale from Designing Women benefitted the organization.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Alan Cresto and Robert Rogers helped usher this photography project into a full-blown museum exhibit. (Photo: Spencer Fordin)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • May 6, 2022
Ringling hosts student photography exhibit

Many of these students had never touched a camera before. No worries; their eyes still produced fantastic results.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • July 2, 2021
Longboat Key Cops Corner: We're just resting

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Many residents fear the hotel and garage, located along Stickney Point Road, would exacerbate traffic going to and from south Siesta Key.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • December 10, 2020
Hotel workshop draws complaints over density, traffic

Gary Kompothecras is proposing a 120-bed hotel and a five story garage along Old Stickney Point Road.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Sarasota Cycle owner David Holm leads a team repairing bicycles.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • April 22, 2020
Back to the Bike

Local bike shops report an uptick in sales during pandemic.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 7, 2012
News Briefs

Cellular tower materials submitted to PZ&B; Town's early voting begins Saturday; Anonymous donor helps a good claws;Code Enforcement meeting canceled

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The south fire station will be rebuilt.
  • By Sten Spinella |
  • June 28, 2019
Longboat commissioners meet for last time before recess

Commissioners heard about plans for the town's fire stations: The south station will be razed and rebuilt and the north station will be renovated.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Lori Boyd, Marketing Director of Lakewood Ranch Medical Center |
  • November 10, 2022
Parrish Resident Enjoying Life, Thanks to Successful Neck Surgery

Patient Credits Dr. Sundberg for Feeling Well Again

  • Health
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