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One of the invasive apple snail shells that Richard Meyers found along the shore of a pond in Braden Woods.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • September 4, 2023
Will invasive apple snails slowly take over Manatee wetlands?

The snails annihilate aquatic vegetation, and there's no effective pesticide to treat them.

  • East County
  • News
A healthy bay benefits its adjacent ecosystem, whether in water or on land. (File photo)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 9, 2022
Estuary Program takes on comprehensive review of Sarasota Bay health

Projects for restoration include local and federally funded projects with the expectation of lessening future water pollution.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Skunks have raised a stink.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 1, 2019
Skunk preserve raises stink in Myakka City

Skunk preserve raises stink in Myakka City APRIL FOOLS.

  • April Fools
Petrosino’s Italian Deli & Market owners Kirk Anthony Henry (left) and Brenda Edens said the ability to increase their capacity has been financially beneficial.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • November 4, 2020
Phase 3 still not business as usual for Lakewood Ranch-area businesses

Full capacity? Masks? Lakewood Ranch area businesses differ how to move forward.

  • East County
  • News
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
The original Revere Quality House now serves as a guest house and pool pavilion for a newer 4,755-square-foot “companion house” built in 2007. Similar design motifs unify the two structures to create a lavish Siesta Key estate.
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • May 5, 2023
Siesta Key property shares tales of two homes — one of which is legendary

Every house has a story or two to tell. But this home on Siesta Key has so many that it’s hard to tell where to begin.

  • Siesta Key
  • Real Estate
Braden River High School graduates Fiorella Recchioni and Sara Diaz and rising senior Nico Curci place second in fashion design and technology for their version of a theme park uniform. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 11, 2022
Braden River High claims national TSA title

Three division titles lead Braden River High to national TSA team championship.

  • East County
  • Schools
Braden River High senior Isaiah Cress lifts weights in preparation for the state weightlifting meet, to be held April 29-30 in St. Cloud.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 21, 2021
Pirate lifts performance to new levels

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Lisa Nisenson |
  • April 30, 2013
Fantasy Island – our Sarasota 2050 wish list

Fantasy Island – our Sarasota 2050 wish list

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Upcoming wayfinding improvements will enhance accessibility to Myakka River State Park's backcountry.
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • November 13, 2023
Improved backcountry access coming soon to Myakka

Trailhead kiosks and markers will enhance safety and accessibility thanks to a Two for the Trails grant.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Back to Michigan: A car carrier  was loading up a Longboat Key winter resident's vehicle for a ride back north.
  • By Katie Johns and Eric Garwood |
  • April 26, 2019
Longboat says so long to another season

Another one is in the books for Longboat, and residents, business owners and town officials say it went pretty well.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 9, 2022
Hurricane Nicole blows the Fall Fling inside

About 40 church members attended the Fall Fling at All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Suzy Brenner
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • July 13, 2020
Paradise Center gains partnerships, inches toward opening

The island's medical center is on schedule to open in September.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sydney Sweeney and Brittany O'Grady in "The White Lotus." Photo via HBO Max.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 30, 2021
Binge Blog: "Evil" serves gleeful scares while "The White Lotus" skewers elite society

Plus, "Old"memes and the nice, normal lamb from the "Lamb" trailer, who is, again, normal.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Lakewood Ranch senior quarterback Sebastian Mejia (12) pitches to senior running back Teagan Randall.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 4, 2023
Lakewood Ranch High football seeks answers after 0-2 start

The Mustangs lost 41-6 to Cardinal Mooney High on the road Sept. 1.

  • East County
  • Sports
Rachel Moulton (left) and Alice M. Gatling star in "Black Pearl Sings!" at FST's Court Cabaret.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 25, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 27-Aug. 2

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
The parking structure at the Bahia Vista Apartments site will be renovated for use of the residents. The medical practice building to the right will be demolished. The grass area is the former Doctors Hospital location.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 20, 2023
Zoning approved for additional, affordable units at Bahia Vista Apartments

By the 4-1 supermajority required for a future land use change, the Sarasota City Commission paved the way for Bahia Vista Apartments. The 250-unit complex will include 35 affordable and attainable dwellings.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rev. Julia Piermont, Jerry Fox, Stacy Efaw, Laurie Swink, Gabrielle Triplett, Kelly Bennett, Misty Laperriere and Sgt. Robert Morrison
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • February 27, 2024
LBK houses of worship raise awareness of sex trafficking

During the discussion at Christ Church, survivors shared their stories.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
First grader Penelope Seguin, who loves horses, takes her time petting Sugar, a mini horse, after reading "Pete the Cat Goes to the Doctor."
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 26, 2024
Myakka City Elementary gallops into reading

Students read to mini horses, visit the book fair and participate in other literacy activities.

  • East County
  • Schools
GreyHawk Landing West resident Daver Raterman said flooding around 117th Street East is a serious issue that will need attention.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 11, 2019
Opposition builds to S.R. 64 car lot in Bradenton

Opposition builds to S.R. 64 car lot in Bradenton

  • East County
  • News
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