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  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 17, 2013
News Briefs

Bullock hires a new town finance director

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The conflict between the city and county has been going on for months, over about $5 million the city feels its owed.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • July 18, 2017
City asking for cash settlement in downtown CRA dispute

After the county denied several projects for funding, the city commissioners are going back with a request for $2.6 million to use as they see fit.

  • Sarasota
  • News
City Manager Tom Barwin suggested the city might be able to negotiate down the $9.5 million listing price for the property.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 16, 2017
City Commission to discuss Players Centre purchase

Staff is asking for permission to negotiate a purchase agreement for the Tamiami Trail property, listed for $9.5 million, as part of a bayfront redevelopment plan.

  • Sarasota
  • News
White-tailed deer often travel in groups. If you see a deer crossing a road or on a road's shoulder, please slow down as more deer are bound to follow.
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • July 19, 2023
Even in protected habitats, roads put wildlife at risk

Help protect wildlife by slowing down and being attentive, especially when passing yellow animal-crossing signs, which indicate you're driving through wildlife habitats.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The new addition will connect to Building 5, which will allow for a new courtyard to be created for students to gather. Rendering courtesy of Hepner Architects and the School District of Manatee County.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 12, 2022
Lakewood Ranch High addition back on track for 2023

The School Board of Manatee County is viewing designs for the addition at Lakewood Ranch High School, with construction expected to begin in May.

  • East County
  • Schools
During his introductory press conference Jan. 29, Jim Rieser said he would continue to prioritize the community policing philosophy favored by former Chief Bernadette DiPino. File photo.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 10, 2021
Conversation with Jim Rieser

The new chief of the Sarasota Police Department discusses his transition into the top law enforcement position and his priorities for the organization.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dezso Ferenczy worked on placing hurricane shutters over the doors to The Market, which closed Tuesday, May 27, 2008. File photo.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 22, 2013
Lore: Market closed five years ago at Whitney Beach

Since the gourmet grocery store closed, businesses have flooded out of the north Key shopping center.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The late Richard Albero, who lived in Del Webb, wrote a book about his 1,200-mile walk from Tampa to New York to raise $56,000 for the Wounded Warrior project. He died in 2020 and is being honored at the Tribute to Heroes Concert.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 18, 2021
Tribute to Heroes Concert in Lakewood Ranch a chance to support vets

Tribute to Heroes Concert will be held at the Greenbrook Adventure Park in Lakewood Ranch on May 22.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Outdoor water use is one of the biggest drags on countywide water supplies.
  • By Blake Fussell |
  • March 14, 2022
Sarasota County asks residents to limit water use

Sarasota County faces high water demand during dry season, the Public Utilities Department says.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lyons Lane is an area of Longboat Key that is prone to flooding whenever there is rain, a tropical storm or hurricane. In 2016, Longboat Key native Max Moneuse and his girlfriend Tabitha Bingham kayak down a flooded Lyons Lane.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • March 15, 2021
Longboat street improvement planned to mitigate flooding

Lyons Lane is one of the lowest roads in Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ziana Flores performs inside the Globe of Death.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 23, 2022
Myakka City Elementary students rewarded with thrill show

Stunt group The Fearless Flores performed at the school as a reward to students who had met at least 75% of their academic goals.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 3, 2020
Longboat Key weather page photo: December 3

Patricia Muller captured this bee hard at work on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Collin Morikawa won the World Golf Championships-Workday Championship at The Concession in February. Tournament officials announced Thursday that more than $400,000 charitable funds had been raised by the event.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 15, 2021
PGA Tour announces charitable impact of Workday Championship

The event was held at The Concession Golf Club in the Lakewood Ranch area in February.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • January 23, 2020
Sarasota school Board discusses safety funds, rental policies

The district has about $2 million left to address safety at district campuses.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Work will take place in two areas, the 2200 block of Gulf of Mexico Drive and mid-island, in the 4700 block (above).
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 16, 2022
Overnight work planned on Gulf of Mexico Drive this week

Lane closures will likely be required.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A rendering of a $16.99 million home under construction by Seaward Development on Siesta Key features a salt water pool, 1,500-square-foot rooftop terrace and a 1,530-square-foot guest house. (Courtesy of Seaward Development)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 18, 2022
New Siesta Key home offered at nearly $17 million

A new construction home on Higel Avenue that can garage 16 vehicles is offered by the builder at $16.99 million, joining a list of eight-figure homes for sale in the Sarasota area.

  • Siesta Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 13, 2015
News Briefs

County closing Jiggs boat ramp for upgrades; Memorial service for Dan Nolan set for Friday; Peace Presbyterian seeksto expand its footprint

  • East County
  • News
Longboat Key Fire Station 92 is located at 2162 Gulf of Mexico Drive.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • July 29, 2021
New Longboat Key fire station to open in August

Southside firefighters have operated out of a temporary trailer since June 2020.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A view of the beach at Longboat Key, Florida.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • June 22, 2020
Town expects borrow between $21 million-$28.5 million for beaches

Town Manager Tom Harmer estimates Longboat Key will borrow between $21 million and $28.5 million in bonds for its beach management plan.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
If the parking spaces are approved, several palm trees will be removed.  David Conway
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • October 14, 2020
22 parking slots proposed for Siesta Village

County Commissioners favor the project and approve study of configuration and costs.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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