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Bri Demeno (7) takes a face-off for Monsters Lacrosse against Beast Lacrosse.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 27, 2018
Rip up your conceptions of area lacrosse

The 2018 Rippin' at the Ranch showcase, held at Premier Sports Campus on June 23-24, was an example of how much the sport has grown in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 21, 2012
SCORES: Junior golfers tee off at Serenoa Golf Club

Dozens of junior golfers teed off in the Greater Sarasota Junior Golf Association event March 18 at Serenoa Golf Club.

  • East County
  • Sports
Contemporary artist Joseph Patrick Arnegger’s daughter Amelia recently celebrated her first birthday. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 4, 2019
Joseph Patrick Arnegger gets head out of the clouds with GAZE Modern exhibit

The contemporary artist briefly put art on hold to focus on fatherhood, but his latest solo show, "Accumulus," serves as his resurgence.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 9, 2016
Underground utilities: 10 things to know

The decision day for a $23.85 million project is March 15.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
City staff has prepared conceptual renderings for what "activated" parks might look like, as seen in this image depicting Shenandoah Park.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 6, 2019
Parks master plan faces funding questions

The commission applauded staff’s vision for rehabilitating and improving parks citywide, but stopped short of making a long-term commitment.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch juniors Emma and Sarah Fazio. Photo courtesy Carlton Hadley Jr.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 14, 2016
East County High 5 Moments: 12.14.16

East County High 5 Moments: 12.14.16

  • East County
  • Sports
Mary Hampton, a retired educator and self-proclaimed "Queen of Recycling," is starting the Environmental Discussions Group of Manatee County.
  • By Andrew Atkins |
  • April 24, 2019
Going green in East County

The Environmental Discussions Group of Manatee County's inaugural meeting will be held from 2-4 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30 at the Braden River Branch Library.

  • East County
  • News
GMD and Bay Isles Parkway (41 feet)
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 27, 2019
Longboat streetlight heights take center stage

Commissioners seek more data on streetlight height before making their final call.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 3, 2010
Commission to fight Longboat Pass relocation

The Town Commission discussed how a proposed relocation of the Longboat Pass channel will have detrimental effects to the north end of the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Town Manager David Bullock addresses Condo Fed members Saturday at Bayport Beach & Tennis Club.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 24, 2012
Town Manager David Bullock reports to Condo Fed

Longboat Key Town Manager David Bullock provided an overview of the island's eventful summer and upcoming actions.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Harvey Vengroff said it’s still unclear whether he will ultimately follow through on plans to build affordable housing near downtown.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 20, 2018
Vengroff affordable housing project could be revived

A city policy change may lead to a renewed effort to build a workforce apartment complex near downtown, but challenges remain.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The deadline for voting in the town and county elections is 7 p.m.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • March 20, 2018
Longboat electors speak up

The deadline for voting in the town and county elections is 7 p.m.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • April 15, 2017
Siesta Key hatches annual Easter egg hunt

The Easter egg hunt moved from Beach Access 5 to Turtle Beach this year.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Mote high school interns Quinn Nilon, Rachel Galindo, Sofia Cartaya and Olivia Schmelts
  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 15, 2017
Mote interns and volunteers clean up City Island

High school interns and volunteers spent Saturday morning picking up trash around City Island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Jacob and Darrell Brooks enjoyed the state tournament despite Braden River's elimination.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 10, 2019
Little Leaguer learns from painful loss

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 23, 2011
Town to ask for telecommunications proposals

The commission directed staff to request proposals that would determine the island's needs.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • April 13, 2016
Cops Corner 4.14.2016

Comical crime reports from around the area.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Center, Boys & Girls Club of Sarasota County President and CEO Bill Sadlo with the 2016 Youth of the Year nominees Brittany Alling, Kayla McGann, Rickey Tedesco and Almuta Hawks.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • January 30, 2016
Boys & Girls Club awards Youth of the Year

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County host the annual Steak and Burger dinner honoring the Youth of the Year.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The margherita pizza at the newly opened Bavaro’s Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria in downtown Sarasota is the most popular item so far. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • May 22, 2019
Scene & Heard: 05.23.19

Here's a look at the A&E news of the week in Sarasota.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By The Observer |
  • July 29, 2020
The Observer's 2020 primary election recommendations

With absentee ballots sent out and early voting starting Aug. 8, here are some insights and opinions to consider on the region’s candidates.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
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