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  • By David Conway |
  • September 9, 2021
9.11 Remembered: Sarasota, Longboat Key took center stage

Sarasota residents in the area on that fateful day recount their memories of where they were when they heard the news — and how they responded in the aftermath.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Traffic Advisory Council originally scheduled its meeting on Shell Road for June 3. However, they will not be able to revisit the topic until Sept. 9
  • By Samantha Chaney |
  • June 3, 2019
Potential parking prohibition on Shell Road renews outcries over public beach access

Shell Beach, which sits on the north portion of Siesta Key, is well-regarded among residents for its secluded but public stretch of sand.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams Ambassador Gaby Tovar holds a waffle cone filled with brambleberry crisp ice cream, one of Jeni's signature flavors. Others include gooey butter cake and brown butter almond brittle.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • April 21, 2021
EYE ON BUSINESS: Splendid opportunity

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams comes to East County area

  • East County
  • News
Beverly and Bill Smock loved their life involved with the Manatee-Sarasota Building Industry Association. Beverly Smock died Sept. 13 at 62.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 19, 2021
Manatee-Sarasota Building Industry executive dies of COVID-19

Longtime Manatee-Sarasota Building Industry Association executive dies at 62.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • November 12, 2020
County boosts limit on federal relief limit for individuals

The amount of grants for individual assistance doubled from $5,000 to $10,000.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The grilled fish sandwich at Lake Park Diner features local fresh fish, pickled julienned cucumber, organic baby arugula, cilantro-lime slaw, and champagne-tartar sauce, on a brioche bun. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 18, 2022
Diner, pet store among new businesses heading to Center Point in Lakewood Ranch

Recently announced tenants at Center Point include Lake Park Diner, Woof Gang Bakery, Crisp & Green and Toasted Yolk Cafe.

  • East County
  • Business
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 12, 2021
Longboat Key Cops Corner: A contested 180

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • September 4, 2020
Christ Church of Longboat Key hosts food drive

These days, even quick stops by a food drive are a welcome chance to see friends.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Florida Highway Patrol announced the Skyway Bridge has been closed due to heavy fog.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 1, 2016
UPDATE: Skyway Bridge opened after fog closure

Highway patrol will offer updates as they become available

  • East County
  • News
Larissa and Ann Green were two of thousands who sought shelter from Hurricane Irma.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • January 24, 2018
County may transport evacuees to shelters

A lack of evacuation centers in South Sarasota County presented a problem during Irma, but a new center is out of the question for the next hurricane season.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • February 24, 2021
Lakewood Ranch Community Campout fires up fun

From games to live music, campers had plenty to choose from at Greenbrook campout

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Maria F. Finazzo M.D. |
  • May 11, 2020
The Doctors Became Patients of Covid-19

The Doctors Became Patients of Covid-19

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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The Manatee County Commission voted to pay $3,000 for Commissioner James Satcher's public record lawsuit settlement and an estimated $15,750 in attorney fees and costs.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • May 19, 2021
Manatee County pays commissioners' legal tab

Manatee County Commission votes to protect itself against "chilling effect" created by lawsuits

  • East County
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • August 10, 2021
Sarasota students return to school

Families dropped off their children at various schools on Aug. 10

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Drivers should be aware as the School District of Manatee County opens its new school year Aug. 10.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 5, 2021
Beware perilous intersections in Lakewood Ranch area as school opens

As school opens in Lakewood Ranch, east Bradenton area, watch out for construction, dangerous intersections.

  • East County
  • Opinion
City staff believes the Rosemary Residential Overlay District, the boundaries of which are detailed below, could help area businesses thrive and fill vacant land within the neighborhood.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 12, 2014
City, residents discuss density for proposed Rosemary overlay

The Rosemary Residential Overlay District allows for higher-density projects, designed to help inject the neighborhood with much-needed residential life. in the neighborhood.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dylan Zafirov knocks a ball into the hole at the Fish Hole while his sons, Leo, 12, and Michael, 6, cheer him on.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • June 6, 2018
Fun times 10 in Lakewood Ranch

Here's 10 summer activities in Lakewood Ranch to keep kids entertained, from Archery Tag at the Manatee YMCA to mini-golf at The Fish Hole.

  • East County
  • News
Bridgette Clark, Heather Sellers and Tim Thurman. Courtesy photo.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • May 4, 2021
Longboat's first turtle nest of the season is found

The first sea turtle nest has showed up on Longboat beaches.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 21, 2011
Our View: Tax hike forgets taxpayer

Local governments are weakening in their resolve not to raise taxes.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Adrian Moore and Richard Hiller | Contributors |
  • June 15, 2022
Florida pension fixes in budget are great but only the first step

With the passage of House Bill 5007, the Florida Retirement System’s Investment Plan is much closer to being a model of effective public retirement plan design.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
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