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  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 22, 2020
Longboat Key Cops Corner: This dog has his own set of wheels

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
The jury is in session at “12 Angry Jurors” at The Players Centre for Performing Arts. (Courtesy: The Players Centre)
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 7, 2020
“12 Angry Jurors” paints film noir portrait of American justice

Players Centre production upholds convictions set forth in Reginald Rose's 1957 original

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Pam Eubanks Aaron Sherrell, campus pastor for Woodland Parrish, says the time he spent helping start a church in Las Vegas will help him lead Woodland — The Community Church's new campus.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 5, 2014
Woodland launches new Parrish campus

The East County church already has held family events in the Parrish community for three years.

  • East County
  • News
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 Observer Staff |
  • August 20, 2014
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Arlington Park resident Nathan Wilson works with Jerry Hoffer and Anttro Montes of New Life Landscaping to plant a tree at a Floyd Street property.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 19, 2017
Tougher tree regulations draw backlash from developers

In 2016, resident activists successfully pushed the city to strengthen its tree protection regulations. Now, property owners are wondering if the city went too far.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • April 9, 2021
Longboat Island Chapel hosts blood drive, food drive

The chapel has hosted multiple versions of each event, but never at the same time.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
At the beginning of the year, The Bay said it hoped to begin construction on the first phase of the park project this summer. Now, that timeline is in question.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 16, 2020
Coronavirus could delay major projects

Phase one of The Bay Sarasota and the Selby Gardens master plan are awaiting the review of city officials.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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  • By Katie Johns |
  • March 27, 2019
Longboat Island Chapel to host first-time fundraiser

A Charity Affair will take place from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the chapel and will benefit Feeding Empty Little Tummies.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
All Faiths Food Bank CEO Sandra Frank with Keith Monda, Feeding America board member and Gulf Coast Community Foundation Senior Vice President for Philanthropy Veronica Brady show off their orange wrist bands for the Campaign Against Summer Hunger.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • March 29, 2016
All Faiths evolves with Campaign Against Summer Hunger

Campaign Against Summer Hunger aims to feed 10% more or 30,000 children this year.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The third-annual Baltimore Orioles Springfest takes place Feb. 17 at Ed Smith Stadium from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Courtesy photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 12, 2018
Third-annual Orioles Springfest set for Feb. 17

The event at Ed Smith Stadium features a Q&A session with Trey Mancini and the chance to play catch on the field.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
East County resident Mary Forristall, president of Forristall Enterprises, says her love of working with people and building relationships will serve her well as the new chairwoman of the Gulf Coast Builders Exchange.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 17, 2015
Q+A with Mary Forristall

When the Gulf Coast Builders Exchange recognized members during its 63rd annual installation dinner and awards banquet Feb. 5, it also welcomed East County resident Mary Forristall, of Forristall Enterprises, as the organization's first chairwoman.

  • East County
  • News
It seems more people want a piece of Lakewood Ranch, even if they live outside its borders.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 8, 2018
Don't cross the naming rights border in Lakewood Ranch

Schroeder-Manatee Ranch is serious about protecting its Lakewood Ranch brand and will take legal action if necessary.

  • East County
  • News
The Longboat Key Club's golf courses have remained open throughout the coronavirus outbreak.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • May 20, 2020
Longboat Key Club golf courses provide normalcy for members

The Key Club's Harbourside and Links golf courses have remained open throughout the coronavirus outbreak.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Southwest Solutions recently received a welcome package from the city of Sarasota.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 9, 2012
City offers 'Succed in Sarasota' welcome package

New business owners and service providers are offered a one-time opportunity to receive a complimentary news release from the city announcing their newly opened business.

  • Sarasota
  • News
River Club's Greg McGrew was known for being fair, respectful and a wonderful leader. File photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 7, 2021
Lakewood Ranch educator's death a huge community loss

Greg McGrew, an administrator, teacher and coach, dies from cancer at 58.

  • East County
  • News
Since November, the City Commission has moved forward with at least three projects that date back to 2017 or 2018, including the redevelopment of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 1, 2021
New commission strikes distinct tone

Although some officials are proud of what the board has accomplished in less than half a year, the commission’s approach has caused some concern, too.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The play follows the journey of the eponymous Hetty Feather, a feisty, redheaded orphan in 19th-century England, who joins the circus to search for her real family (photo by Donald Cooper).
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • December 11, 2015
Asolo Rep runs away to the circus in Hetty Feather

The popular 2014 London family-friendly, circus adventure will receive its American premiere in Sarasota in June.

  • Arts + Culture
Co-Chairs Bonnie Femec and Rhoda Walk with President of Sarasota Opera Guild Mary Cook
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • November 18, 2011
'The Fabulous 50's'

'The Fabulous 50's'

  • Black Tie
Manatee County Animal Services Chief Sarah Brown holds Elwood, a tabby who was taken in by the shelter Jan. 10. Commissioners are debating how to fix the problem of the county's overcrowded shelter. File photo.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • June 23, 2021
Manatee County commissioners disagree on need for Lakewood Ranch animal shelter

Some commissioners say a planned animal shelter might not be necessary in East County thanks to donation of Bishop Animal Shelter.

  • East County
  • News
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