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Edward Goltsman is one local business owner who said he did not hear about the CARES Act program in time to apply. Goltsman runs a DJ service called sarasotaparty.com and owns Bottom Line Records. (courtesy of Edward Goltsman)
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • December 2, 2020
Manatee County asks for CARES Act extension

Some Manatee County businesses may lose out on CARES Act grants

  • East County
  • News
A thawed duck and the ingredients for a mirepoix wait for Chef Arpke.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 22, 2019
Ray Arpke steps back into teaching role at Euphemia Haye

The head chef and owner was excited to show folks how cooking is done.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • December 1, 2020
County survey finds upbeat attitudes

The 2020 Citizen Survey found that 96% of residents say they are happy with the quality of life in Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 4, 2020
Healthy start to 2020

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center combines with other partners to present a health expo at the mall.

  • East County
  • News
See the box below for the key to the buildings at the Quay now and in the future. Rendering courtesy GreenPointe Communities
  • By David Conway |
  • November 5, 2021
Quay development plans come into focus

The owner of the bayfront site is putting together the last pieces of what’s been pitched as a destination district. When will Sarasota residents get to see the final product?

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • September 26, 2018
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Sept. 27

A look at our favorite events happening this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Brendan Bengtsson won the 2018 wrestling state title (285-pound class) while at Braden River High, defeating Carter Harris of Harmony High 8-0. Bengtsson said he volunteers as a coach to help others feel what he after his win.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 28, 2021
Former East County state champs reflect on what the accomplishment means

The former winners tell 2021 champs from Lakewood Ranch and ODA how their achievements will be cherished in the future.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • May 18, 2021
Booker Middle School hosts festival of arts at Van Wezel

The daylong arts festival was held on May 15.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • June 21, 2015
Theater Review: 'Icons'

Night of the living icons at The Players Theatre.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The city shared instructional videos with information about how to navigate the roundabouts and what the new street markings mean. Image via city of Sarasota.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 10, 2020
U.S. 41 roundabouts to open next week

Sarasota officials hope instructional videos will help educate motorists about how to use roundabouts at 10th Street and 14th Street.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 25, 2011
Enjoy a day (or three) at the beach

Memorial Day weekend is one of the most popular times to enjoy some fun in the sun. Longboat Key has plenty of public beach accesses, although some are tough to spot.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The commission meeting will be held in the county's administrative building. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 27, 2020
Manatee commissioners talk about coronavirus emergency

Manatee County board also to discuss meeting schedule.

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch's Dr. Thomas Purcell works on patient Willie Tate, who might need a tooth extraction.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • October 17, 2018
Mobile health care returns to East County

Hundreds line up at MTC to take advantage of Remote Area Medical.

  • East County
  • News
Former Booker High boys basketball Coach Markus Black is leaving to become a graduate assistant at the University of Arkansas.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 10, 2021
Booker High boys basketball coach leaves for the University of Arkansas

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The interactive touch-screen kiosk units cost $50,000 each. The city has not settled on how many units it might want, or where the kiosks would go.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 16, 2018
City tests interactive wayfinding kiosks

The city is developing a technology-focused program to help people get around town.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • December 9, 2019
Buffalonians flock to Michael's On East for Sarasota Orchestra dinner

Locals get creative with costumes, All Star Children's Foundation gets a grant boost, and more this week.

  • Black Tie
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 30, 2014
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Lakewood Ranch resident Frank Shea loves helping others learn about their Celtic heritage.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 25, 2019
Celtic fun kicks off with Kiltober in Lakewood Ranch

Celtic culture full of passion in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
Turtle-nesting season runs from May through October.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 11, 2012
Code Enforcement hears eight turtle-lighting cases

Sand Cay Beach Resort and Gulf Tides of Longboat Key each received fines of $25 per day.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Stokely Browne, a fourth grader at Gilbert W. McNeal Elementary School, talks to Doug Wagner, the deputy superintendent of operations for the School District of Manatee County, about becoming a neurosurgeon. File photo
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 22, 2022
Manatee chamber and school district partner for Project TEACH

School District of Manatee County fourth graders learn the importance of first impressions while exploring different careers.

  • East County
  • Schools
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