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Svetlana Ivashchenko with Woody and Sue Wolverton
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • September 30, 2021
Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key meets for Lawn Party update

President Michael Garey provided the club with an update on planning for the annual fundraiser.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Clowns Slappy and Monday are two of the many circus arts performers featured in the family-friendly Summer Circus Spectacular playing at Historic Asolo Theater through Aug. 12.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • July 4, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 6-12

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Pop’s Sunset Grill is on the Intercoastal Waterway across from Casey Key.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • May 5, 2023
Pop’s Sunset Grill honors restaurant’s roots — and its shrimp Rangoon

Great team. Great food. Sensational views and location. The secret of Pop’s success is no secret at all.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • April 8, 2014
Commission to consider graffiti ordinance

Sarasota County commissioners Wednesday will hold a public hearing to consider adding graffiti to the county's property standards ordinance.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Although a Siesta Key group was happy with the latest development in the lawsuit, the city didn't see it as a setback.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 13, 2019
Lawsuit challenging Big Pass dredge advances

A judge has determined an argument from Siesta Key residents meets legal requirements, ordering the city to respond to the project’s opponents.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Contractors for the Florida Department of Transportation construct new bridges across the Braden River as part of an improvement project to widen a section of  I-75  and reconfigure the interchange of I-75 and State Road 70.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 1, 2020
Growth spurs roadway projects in Manatee County

Growth spurs roadway projects in Manatee County

  • East County
  • News
Manatee County Commissioners Betsy Benac and Vanessa Baugh are proponents of University Place receiving traffic enforcement aid from off-duty deputies.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • October 20, 2015
Manatee County Commission approves off-duty deputies in University Place

The East County community can now start discussions with Manatee County Sheriff's Office on the hire of off-duty deputies.

  • East County
  • News
Jane Goodwin
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 6, 2018
Sarasota School Board, District 5: Jane Goodwin

Questions and answers with Jane Goodwin

  • Sarasota
  • News
The single-story, 6,050-square-foot building  on the property  will be demolished to make room for new construction.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 7, 2023
Main Street parcel acquired for $4.29 million

An affordable housing option is driving up the value of property once considered for mixed-use development.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Juan Florensa
  • By John McGuire |
  • March 15, 2017
In his last year, public works chief looks ahead to unfinished projects

Juan Florensa still has a lot planned for his final months in town government.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Mateo has had enough of pictures and is ready for his walk. He's accompanied by Shelter Director Dani Ziegler and Board and Executive Committee Member Cheryl Johnson.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 9, 2023
Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch volunteers go above and beyond

The Myakka City nonprofit uses care and love to prepare pets for adoption.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Senior Kora Turner and junior Matthew Boudreau celebrate the orienteering's first state championship. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 7, 2021
Run to victory for Lakewood Ranch High

Lakewood Ranch High School JROTC's orienteering team takes home its first state championship.

  • East County
  • News
Construction of the lead up to the south end of the bridge is underway off of Winding Stream Way.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • April 6, 2016
Construction update: Ft. Hamer Bridge

Waterlefe residents express concern about construction noise and landscape destruction.

  • East County
  • News
"Hamilton" is one of seven Van Wezel premieres during the 2023-24 season.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • April 6, 2023
'Hamilton' among premieres in Van Wezel's 2023-24 lineup

The smash Broadway hit is one of seven Sarasota premieres during the venue's 2023-24 season.

  • Arts + Culture
The site of the tree lighting.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 26, 2019
Tree lighting kicks off season at Longboat's Town Center this week

Town is gearing up for first event, then four concert series events in 2020.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 19, 2023
Longboat church rolls up its sleeves to collect sweaters, coats

The Longboat Island Chapel embarked on its second winter-clothes drive of the season for Turning Points in Bradenton.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Last year'         s Taste of the Keys Event chairwomen Patty Sileo, Lyn Haycock, Palma Panza and Phyllis Black
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 11, 2017
Your Calendar: Taste of the Keys Fashion Show

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 28, 2011
News Briefs

Keep Manatee Beautiful organizes site cleanups; Ranch Medical Center to host open house; FEMA recognition aids Manatee County residents; Rescue hosts adoption event; Bank merger deal called off

  • East County
  • News
City residents are encouraged to place the remainder of debris in separated piles by the curbside this weekend in advance of the final collection pass, the city said in a release on Thursday. (Photo by Eric Garwood)
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 4, 2022
Last debris pass in the city begins Monday

Sarasota urges residents to gather the last of storm debris for collection.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • August 1, 2018
Lido residents push for city to rethink pavilion deal

Opposition continues to mount to the city's plans for the Lido Beach pool and pavilion. Is it enough to change officials' minds?

  • Sarasota
  • News
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