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JP Morgan Chase plans new bank site on Longboat Key at the Shoppes of Bay Isles.
  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • September 20, 2016
JP Morgan Chase exercises Longboat Key bank option after three-year delay

JP Morgan Chase plans smaller new bank site at the Shoppes of Bay Isles.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The roundabout at Rye Road/White Eagle Boulevard and State Road 64 is the first of three roundabouts planned for the S.R. 64 corridor.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 15, 2020
More S.R. 64 construction begins in Lakewood Ranch area

FDOT gears up for second roundabout on S.R. 64.

  • East County
  • News
Renderings of the Villages of Lakewood Ranch South, a proposed development under Sarasota 2050.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • March 13, 2013
Sarasota County seeks input on Sarasota 2050

County officials will collect public comments on potential changes to the long-range planning component of the Comprehensive Plan at two open houses this month.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Soloist Adolfo Gutièrrez Arenas performed Mahler’s 5th Symphony. Courtesy photo
  • By Edward Alley |
  • November 13, 2017
Masterworks 1 is an orchestral triumph

Orchestra patrons treated to Dvořák's Cello Concerto and Mahler's Fifth Symphony.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The Inter-District Authority meets at the Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 2, 2023
Quest to privatize Lakewood Ranch CDD roads hits road block

The Community Development Districts of Lakewood Ranch likely will need new legislation to privatize roads.

  • East County
  • News
Trespassing on private property led to the placement of a sign near the Gulfside Road beach access.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • April 19, 2023
New sign raises access concerns for beach walkers

A sign was recently placed reminding pedestrians of private property near the Gulfside Road public beach access on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Even as the city repairs the mermaid fountain, its long-term future is unclear.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 20, 2017
City prepares Pineapple Park plans

The city is exploring the possibility of reconfiguring Pineapple Park, which has some residents worried about the future of the park’s mermaid fountain.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Colin Castro.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 31, 2018
East County Athlete of the Week: Colin Castro

The ODA running back talks the Green Bay Packers and the best advice he has received

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 3, 2012
News Briefs

Town prepares for impasse with firefighters; Key Club plans to re-file application; Publix update

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The town of Longboat Key has posted several of these "wear a mask" signs throughout the island.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • August 20, 2020
Longboat commissioners to vote Aug. 31 on extension of mandatory mask policy

The Longboat Key Town Commission is set to hold an emergency virtual meeting on Aug. 31.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Since the Coon Key Bridge construction began, westbound traffic on the John Ringling Causeway has been stop-and-go during midday hours. Residents said conditions improve in the early morning and late afternoon.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 14, 2016
Troubled waters over Coon Key bridge construction

As residents express consternation over repairs to the Coon Key Bridge, a dispute has arisen over the timing of the project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • October 6, 2011
Brown files third lawsuit

Village property owner Chris Brown filed suit against Sarasota County Tuesday for the third time since 2007 over assessments related to a lack of restaurant parking spaces.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Jeanine Stebbins, Riley Helm and Nejama Gomez of Blue Dolphin.
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • October 10, 2018
Longboat gears up for seasonal residents

Sprucing up and planning taking place in Longboat

  • Longboat Key
  • News
In May, two new at-large commissioners will join the board following a citywide election.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 1, 2016
Who’s running in the Sarasota City Commission election?

With two seats up for grabs in March, citizens are beginning to step forward in pursuit of a spot on the commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The parking structure at the Bahia Vista Apartments site will be renovated for use of the residents. The medical practice building to the right will be demolished. The grass area is the former Doctors Hospital location.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 8, 2023
Rezoning approved for Bahia Vista Apartments

City commissioners voted 4-1, with Jen Ahearn-Koch opposed, to increase density to allow for the 250-unit apartment project at the former Doctors Hospital site.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Spanish Main consists of 212 villas.
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • November 18, 2018
Longboat community's long-term vision meshes with new zoning proposals

Spanish Main residents encouraged their long-term redevelopment plans mesh with new town zoning proposals

  • Longboat Key
  • News
City Parking Manager Mark Lyons said the Rosemary District has seen an increase in nighttime parking activity thanks to new businesses such as the Mandeville Beer Garden.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 13, 2015
Rosemary District searches for more parking spaces

Thanks to the introduction of new businesses and increased residential building, the Rosemary District is working with the city to increase its parking stock.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Don O'Leary chats with East Manatee Fire Rescue Chief Lee Whitehurst after finishing his last meeting. Whitehurst said O'Leary  will challenge you to get something done if he feels it is=s important.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 21, 2019
Fire still burns for Lakewood Ranch resident

Lakewood Ranch fire service champion retires

  • East County
  • News
Kristen Stewart in "Personal Shopper." Photo source: Netflix.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 29, 2019
Binge Blog: Exiting the "Twilight" zone

"Personal Shopper," starring Kristen Stewart, and "Good Time," starring Robert Pattinson, are this week's Binge Blog must-stream picks for the Sarasota Observer.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 18, 2019
2020 Firefly Gala performer announced at Wine, Women & Shoes

Mr. Worldwide is making his way to Sarasota, doctors rocked out, and more this week.

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