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Richie Lucibello aims his shot.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 22, 2017
Prose and Kohn: Starting from scratch

A summer bar game series beings with an in-depth look at the merits of pool.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Longtime Colony owner Dr. Murray "Murf" Klauber says that Colony Lender LLC has interfered with his attempts to renovate the resort.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 2, 2011
Colony loans disputed

A motion filed in Sarasota County Circuit Court on behalf of Dr. Murray Klauber claims the overdue amount on the Colony's bank loans can't be determined.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Mateo has had enough of pictures and is ready for his walk. He's accompanied by Shelter Director Dani Ziegler and Board and Executive Committee Member Cheryl Johnson.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 9, 2023
Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch volunteers go above and beyond

The Myakka City nonprofit uses care and love to prepare pets for adoption.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Unicorp CEO Chuck Whittall presents to the Longboat Key Town Commission during Wednesday's hearing.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • October 20, 2021
With two unanimous approvals, Longboat gives St. Regis its final OK

Commissioners voted 6-0 on both an ordinance and a resolution on the proposed changes.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 6, 2021
Public Works, public service

Town employee saves dog from Bayfront Park fall.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Jake Ilardi at the 2017 Tampa Am. Photo courtesy Chaz Miley.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 12, 2018
Sarasota skateboarder lands in global top-15 rankings

After a whirlwind 10 months, Sarasota skateboarder Jake Ilardi, who trained at Payne Skate Park, finds himself among the sport's elite. He won the Red Bull Roller Coaster event in Munich on June 23 and is sponsored by Nike SB among other companies.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Last year, the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive brought 120,000 lbs. of food to All Faiths.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • May 11, 2018
Letter carriers to pick up donated food this Saturday

Residents can leave non-perishable food at their mailboxes on Saturday to participate in Sarasota's 26th annual Stamp Out Hunger National Food Drive, to benefit All Faiths Food Bank.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota actor bares his soul in one-man show
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • May 17, 2023
Sarasota actor bares his soul in one-man show

Comedy boot camp helped Scott Ehrenpreis prepare for “Clowns Like Me,” inspired by his struggles with mental illness.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Lakewood Ranch Medical Group |
  • March 9, 2023
Recognizing Heart Attack Symptoms & Getting Immediate Help Can Make a Difference

Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of both men and women in the U.S.

  • Health
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Former Braden River High star O'Mariah Gordon chats with former Florida State Coach Sue Semrau during her freshman season.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 21, 2022
East County winter sports alumni excel at next level

These Lakewood Ranch area athletes have made the area proud with their play.

  • East County
  • Sports
Lakewood Ranch's Sissy Overlees loves the programs at the Lakewood Ranch YMCA. She's been a member for 10 years.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 21, 2022
Lakewood Ranch Y merges with YMCA of Southwest Florida

The merger increases support to the local Y, which it will use to expand programs.

  • East County
  • News
Robert Turner, Ben Guth, Trevor Garofalo, Ray Sullivan and J.T. Bacigalupi are Myakka City Fire Department firefighters. East Manatee Fire Rescue District is discussing how their benefits will transfer post-merger. File photo.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • July 7, 2021
Governor approves East Manatee-Myakka fire rescue merger

East Manatee and Myakka City fire rescues can begin discussing how to combine buildings, vehicles and personnel.

  • East County
  • News
Esther and Brent Williams are both back at work following the kidney transplant.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 3, 2019
Bird Key executive chef makes recovery from kidney transplant

A week before he was set to start dialysis, Brent Williams found out he had a kidney match a lot closer than he thought.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Kylee Davis, an eighth grader at R. Dan Nolan Middle School, diligently works on a pre-AP World History and Geography assignment.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • August 30, 2023
Manatee County middle schools add pre-AP classes

The pre-Advanced Placement classes prepare students for more rigorous courses in high school.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • February 18, 2021
Life of Luxury

WheelBase Premium Garage Condos offers car enthusiasts not only a secure place to store their vehicles but also a community.

  • LWR Life
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 12, 2022
Longboat Key Cops Corner: A lot of water, falling

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Assistant Producer Margaret Barbieri directs the performers from the seats.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • April 9, 2021
Technical translation: Sarasota Ballet adjusts to filmed performances

The Sarasota Ballet has adapted to the pandemic by learning how to stage filmed ballet shows.

  • Arts + Culture
Les McCurdy  delivered stand-up at Doctors Hospital.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • August 23, 2020
The Best Medicine: Comedians bring laughs to Doctors Hospital of Sarasota

The Laughter Vaccine standup show was held August 18.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • June 27, 2023
Manatee commissioners say days of three-term leaders are numbered

Following the resignation of Vanessa Baugh from the board, only first-term commissioners remain.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 11, 2023
City to hold workshop on updated design criteria manual

Citizen input on the final draft is open through July 28.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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