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Members of the Laurel Park Neighborhood Association asked It's Time Sarasota to stop using the group's name in a campaign for a new city charter.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 3, 2014
Neighborhood association lobs complaint at political group

Some residents say It's Time Sarasota, the group behind the push for a new city charter, is improperly using the names of neighborhood associations in its campaign.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Aaron Maness joined the Longboat Key Fire Rescue Department in August.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • September 3, 2024
New firefighter joins ranks of Longboat Key Fire Rescue

Aaron Maness spent about four years as a firefighter in Tennessee before relocating to the area with his family.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The swirling colors and brush strokes of Alexander Solotzew will be on display at Art Ovation. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • March 30, 2022
Artist's life and love displayed in vibrant brush strokes

Alexander Solotzew believes his work is the art of the future. And it demands to be seen in the present.

  • Arts + Culture
Suzanne Atwell, city commissioner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 26, 2013
Holiday wish lists

Sarasota leaders and residents unwrap their wishes for 2014.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Sarasota Players' "The Legend of Sleeping Hollow" returns to the Sarasota Polo Club for its annual October run.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 21, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Oct. 23-29

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Neil McDonald and Mike Rusnak
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • August 16, 2021
Longboat Key UPS Store gets new owner

The McDonald siblings, who have owned the store for 15 years, are moving on.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 15, 2010
Business Observer

Tango Steakhouse & Sushi Bar celebrates new lounge; and John Saputo to speak to LWR Business Alliance.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota County Administrator Randall Reid was hired earlier this year
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 23, 2012
Sarasota County aims to help businesses

Sarasota County Administrator Randall Reid, hired earlier this year, has created a new team of employees dedicated to business and economic development.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 12, 2011
Sarasota County starts work on $1.2 million baseball complex

Sarasota County and The Miracle League of Manasota today celebrated the groundbreaking for a new baseball field for handicapped individuals at Longwood Park.

  • East County
  • News
DJ Magnus
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • October 27, 2010
DJ Magnus at the turntable (VIDEO)

DJ Magnus throws down beats in his production studio.

  • Arts + Culture
Jim Ward and Todd and Shannon Johnson at a press conference held Wednesday, April 6.
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • April 6, 2011
Riverview High School names new football coach

Riverview High School announced former NFL football player Todd Johnson as the school's new football coach at a press conference held today at the school.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Tracy Seider has served as president of the Sarasota Ballet Association and is past president of the Kiwanis Club of Sarasota.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • February 2, 2011
SCOPE elects new chair

SCOPE, a local organization committed to community engagement, has named Tracy Seider as its chair.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mayor George Spoll will deliver a farewell speech tonight after six years of service on the Town Commission.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 21, 2011
Commission will choose mayor tonight

The Longboat Key Town Commission must select a new mayor and vice mayor tonight at Town Hall.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Keely Carney |
  • January 18, 2012
Sarasota Neighborhoods on Walk Score

Sarasota Neighborhoods on Walk Score

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Sarasota residents can watch the debate on ABC Channel 7.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • October 17, 2012
Senate debate hits all Florida markets

Incumbent U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson and U.S. Rep. Connie Mack will meet at 7 p.m. tonight for a debate to be broadcasted in every television market in Florida.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jacob Saur has worked for Manatee County since 2001. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 28, 2020
Manatee County confirms new public safety director

Manatee County Administrator Cheri Coryea says new public safety director known for 'innovation.'

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jessi Smith |
  • October 2, 2012
TWIS Talks RIAF: Breaking News — Baryshnikov to Dance in Mark Morris' Newest Work at RIAF 2012

TWIS Talks RIAF: Breaking News — Baryshnikov to Dance in Mark Morris' Newest Work at RIAF 2012

  • Arts + Culture
Kelly Oatsvall and Brad Good
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 2, 2017
Selby Gardens hosts sparkling New Year's Eve soirée

The annual black tie affair featured dancing, performances and a four-course meal.

  • Black Tie
Model homes are available for viewing throughout the East County area.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 30, 2016
Lakewood Ranch claims half of Manatee's growth

Home values rose 8.31% countywide over 2015 values.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • June 17, 2016
Bird Key Yacht Club christens kayak lift

Bird Key Yacht Club members celebrated the completion of a new kayak lift with a christening June 17.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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