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  • By SunCoast Blood Centers Staff |
  • April 3, 2020
Why We Need You Now!

SunCoast Blood Centers fast-tracked the opening of its new donor center and administrative headquarters in Lakewood Ranch.

  • Health
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Jack Rozance and Scott Weusthoff at the 2020 Veterans Day celebration, which was hampered by the arrival of Tropical Storm Eta. File photo.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 1, 2021
Rotary Club of Longboat Key hosts Veterans Day drive

The club is collecting money, sneakers and bikes for Turning Points' Yellow Ribbon Program.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Cynthia Saunders, the School District of Manatee County superintendent, said the district's attorney, Mitchell Teitelbaum created a situation that compromised the integrity of his work.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 17, 2020
School District of Manatee County's general counsel required to undergo sensitivity training

School District of Manatee County's general counsel required to undergo sensitivity training

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • November 21, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Matt O'Donnell

Cardinal Mooney senior Matt O'Donnell has been swimming for 11 years. After recently winning a state title in the 500-meter freestyle and signing with North Carolina State University on a swimming scholarship, O'Donnell spoke to the Sarasota Observer about his plans.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 27, 2011
Our View: Dismantle Citizens? Go for it!

Florida Gov. Rick Scott, according to Florida's daily newspapers, wants to phase out Citizens Property Insurance Corp., the taxpayer/state-owned and largest property insurance company in Florida.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Town Manager Tom Harmer and Interim Police Chief George Turner thanked Lt. Chris Skinner for his contributions to the Longboat Key Police Department. They presented Skinner with a commemorative plaque on Wednesday afternoon.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • September 1, 2021
Longboat Key holds retirement ceremony for police officer

Chris Skinner has worked for the Longboat Key Police Department since November 2010.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Manatee County School District now ranks 37th among the state's 67 districts.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • July 21, 2014
Manatee County School District moves up in state district rankings

The Manatee County School District moved up three spots since last year, to rank 37 among the state's 67 school districts, Superintendent Rick Mills announced July 21.

  • East County
  • News
Caroline Zucker
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • April 19, 2018
School board: The high road and the low road

Rather than accept the apology with grace and forgiveness, Caroline Zucker scolded.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Sawyer DeYoung said she believes the Cougars have what it takes to win a beach state title.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 25, 2022
Cardinal Mooney beach volleyball earns national recognition

The Cougars are 9th in the nation according to MaxPreps and contenders to win not one, but two state titles

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Wise Fool New Mexico uses levity and whimsy to explore topics that are considered taboo.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 8, 2017
The Ringling takes performance beyond the stage

With New Stages, the museum offers a unique program of contemporary performance art — staged outdoors around the campus.

  • Arts + Culture
Five-O Donut Co. offers a variety of donuts from classics to fancy donuts.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 13, 2022
Five-O Donut Co. and The Paper Store now open at UTC

Donut lovers and shoppers flock to grand openings for the donut and gift stores at Sarasota's University Town Center.

  • East County
  • Business
Nikki Milbrod of Orlando and her dad Steve Milbrod of Lakewood Ranch enjoy a snow storm during Music on Main. "I couldn't wait to come back (to Music on Main," Nikki says. "The people are amazing here."
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 4, 2021
Music on Main's return to Lakewood Ranch attracts thousands

Off since March 2020 due to the pandemic, Lakewood Ranch's Music on Main makes triumphant return

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • August 9, 2012
North Carolina-style BBQ at its best

North Carolina-style BBQ at its best

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Angela Massaro-Fain, Roxanne Sima, Graceann Frederico and Terri Stern show off the donated purses that will be offered at Designer Bag Bingo.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 16, 2019
Lakewood Ranch's Sisterhood for Good puts charity in the handbag

Lakewood Ranch's Sisterhood for Good puts charity in the handbag at Gold Coast Eagle Distributing fundraiser.

  • East County
  • News
MCAT riders will see different far rates and routes later this year.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • June 18, 2014
MCAT riders to see change in fares, extended bus routes

At their meeting June 17, Manatee County Commissioners approved higher fares and extended bus routes for MCAT riders.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
East Manatee Fire Rescue Lt. Chad Gamble (right front) leads a CERT class in April as they prepare for potential disasters. (File photo)
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 27, 2022
Lakewood Ranch CERT ready to help during Hurricane Ian

The volunteer Community Emergency Response Team is ready to take action in the wake of Hurricane Ian.

  • East County
  • News
East County's (back) Stacey Clevenger, Cindy Jackson, (front) Liz Lynne and Pat Miller volunteer together at the Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch every Wednesday night.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 24, 2021
Volunteers begin return to pet projects in Lakewood Ranch

Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch welcomes volunteers back while Nate's Honor Animal Rescue waits for construction to end.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • May 20, 2021
Just Keep Rowing

Nearly one year into the job, SANCA CEO Tomás Herrera-Mishler shares what he’s learned and what changes are coming to Nathan Benderson Park.

  • LWR Life
Earth movers continue shaping the 18th fairway at the Bobby Jones Golf Course as sod around the green takes hold and the green awaits planting.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 9, 2023
City approves budget for Bobby Jones buildings

A guaranteed maximum price of $5.29 million is set for restrooms, starter building, range building and a temporary clubhouse at the city-owned golf course as restoration work continues.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • February 13, 2019
Familiar Faces: Samantha Gholar

Samantha Gholar inspires both her son and local multicultural young people to become philanthropic in Sarasota.

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