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Woman's Exchange representatives presented this rendering of Rawls Avenue featuring the proposed expansion at a workshop Tuesday.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 25, 2015
Tensions remain on Woman's Exchange expansion

After two workshops, Laurel Park residents still fear the business’s plans for growth are flawed.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Kelli Smith will officially resign on April 30 from her position as the Longboat Key police chief. She has accepted the police chief role at Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • March 31, 2021
Longboat Key Police Chief Kelli Smith resigns

Kelli Smith has accepted the police chief role at Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Beth Woods (far right), co-owner of barre3 in Lakewood Ranch, coaches her morning class.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • November 13, 2015
Group Fitness: Something for everyone

Local gyms offer group classes suited for any fitness goal and age group.

  • Health
Work is progressing at the roundabout site on Sarasota's bayfront.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 29, 2022
Postponed paving at U.S. 41/Gulfstream roundabout set for May 1-5

Shifts in traffic are likely on southbound U.S. 41, beginning Sunday night.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 22, 2021
Lakewood Ranch softball wins Class 7A state championship

The Mustangs run-ruled Park Vista High 14-4 on Saturday in Clermont.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 13, 2020
2020 Suncoast Classic gets underway in Lakewood Ranch

The tournament will continue through Sunday.

  • East County
  • Sports
A sea turtle nest generally hatches 60 days after the nest is laid. File photo.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • May 3, 2012
Turtle nesting season begins

Sea-turtle nesting season brings reptiles to Siesta's shores and restrictions to beachfront property owners.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The requested artwork is intended to be displayed in the Fruitville Road roundabout at Tamiami Trail.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 9, 2022
Public art board won't dwell on rejected roundabout recommendation

After the Sarasota City Commission rejected Dwell for public art in a high-profile roundabout, the PAC will revisit its top 10 candidates for the project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Andy Sandberg takes questions fro members of the audience at an event at the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota introducing himself to the community.  (Photos by Klint Lowry)
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • February 12, 2020
Hermitage Artist Retreat's Andy Sandberg putting best foot forward

New CEO, artistic director plans on keeping a high profile — for himself and the retreat

  • Arts + Culture
Braden River High School senior Luke Rowland is one of 16,000 semifinalists in the National Merit Scholarship competition.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • October 4, 2017
Lakewood Ranch student earns scholastic honor

Braden River High senior becomes one of 16,000 students nationally to be a semifinalist for a National Merit Scholarship.

  • East County
  • News
Stephanie Peabody (center), the Brain Health Initiative executive director, warms up for last year's Mindful Triathlon.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 10, 2020
Mindful Triathlon another Lakewood Ranch event that will have a different look during pandemic

Event planner Monaca Onstad of Lakewood Ranch Communities conquers challenge of keeping the local residents involved with smaller events such as the Mindful Triathlon.

  • East County
  • News
Lance Trippel throws a pass over the middle against Manatee High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 5, 2020
Prose and Kohn: Sarasota QB has showcased strong arm in first-ever season

Lance Trippel is 3-1 as a starting quarterback.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Eva Green in "Penny Dreadful." Photo source: Showtime.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 3, 2020
Binge Blog: My heart has never fainted

"Penny Dreadful" and "Chuck" are this week's selections.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Dan and Victoria Van Dine collectively lost 80 pounds at a concept similar to their X30 Fit Bootcamp studio. They believe group fitness and working with a personal trainer helps produce the best results.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 20, 2019
X marks the healthy spot

X30 Fit Bootcamp opens in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Braden River Nature Park is a great place to enjoy nature and get some exercise to shift your perspective.
  • By Jess McIntyre |
  • August 19, 2021
Back at the Ranch: Combating COVID Fatigue

After this prolonged period of stress, one thing remains paramount: taking care of yourself.

  • LWR Life
Rudy Vazmina won four golds at the National Senior Games. Photo courtesy Rudy Vazmina.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 27, 2019
Sarasota swimmer wins four National Senior Games golds

Sarasota swimmer Rudy Vazmina wins four National Senior Games golds in Albuquerque, N.M.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Rams senior quarterback Will Evans scrambles after being pressured by the Southeast defense.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 24, 2020
Riverview football is undefeated despite offensive challenges

The Rams have a big test in Venice High this week.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 17, 2015
Cops Corner: Longboat Key 03.12.15

Cops Corner: Longboat Key

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The construction of a sand-retaining groin near Ted Sperling Park is the final step in the city's Lido Key shoreline renourishment project.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 1, 2021
Lido Beach projects near completion

The reopening of the Lido Pavilion concession stand and the construction of sand-retaining groins mark some of the final steps in a pair of renovation projects.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The incumbent Betsy Benac will face Jack Richardson in the General Election.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 20, 2016
County Commission — District 7: Betsy Benac

The incumbent Benac will face Jack Richardson in the general election.

  • East County
  • News
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