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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 21, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, June 22

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

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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 Observer Staff |
  • April 30, 2014
News Briefs

Randy Thompson receives Officer of the Year honor; Officer Lee Smith receives letter of commendation; Longboat Library begins summer hours in May

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Carol Erker delivers food to first responders. Photo courtesy of Carol Erker.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • April 13, 2020
Longboat Key organizations step up to help

First responders and food banks will be getting extra help from Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
La Musica Artistic Director (and violinist) Bruno Giuranna — Courtesy photo
  • By Su Byron |
  • March 27, 2019
La Musica International Chamber Festival invites locals to join the conversation

La Musica International Chamber Festival asks audiences to jump into a musical discussion where new voices are always welcome.

  • Arts + Culture
Commissioner Vanessa Baugh can listen to resident concerns, but she cannot respond to a University Lakes DRI quasi-judicial matter that comes before the Manatee County Commission Oct. 2.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 23, 2014
Baugh can't discuss the seven-story plan

Lakewood Ranch developer Schroeder-Manatee Ranch has requested changes to its University Lakes DRI that would allow construction of up to seven stories on the Lakewood Ranch Main Street parcel.

  • East County
  • News
Gratehouse calls the 50s the new 30s and said it's never too late to reinvent yourself.  Photo courtesy of Mary Gratehouse and Jason Gentile
  • By Katie Johns |
  • May 9, 2018
Mary Gratehouse wins Ms. Florida International title

As Ms. Florida International, Longboat Key's Mary Gratehouse will now spend the next year traveling as an ambassador for Easterseals.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 29, 2014
News Briefs

Mote exhibit highlights extremes of survival; Community health fair scheduled for Bayfront Park

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Nine McNeal students' posters went on to the state contest.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • May 4, 2016
McNeal Elementary student art is a drop in the bucket

Students earned the grand prize for water conservation art in a state competition.

  • East County
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 1, 2009
SMR to sell Lakewood Ranch Realty

As part of a long-term business plan, SMR has decided to focus on its core businesses of real estate investment, agriculture, mining and commercial operations.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • June 29, 2016
Longboat Key: Your Calendar

Check out upcoming events in Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

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Planners envision retaining the parking facilities from the now demolished Amore.
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • October 9, 2019
Town center: Let market work

The 4.8-acre Amore property is another example of what happens when governments buy land.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 31, 2017
Top Story - November: Lakewood Ranch lands hot air balloon festival

Catch up on the top news items of 2017 with the Observer's Digital Year in Review.

  • East County
  • News
Taber Jordan won the Junior 1 Lightweight Yellow division title at the 2019 American National Kids IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship. Photo courtesy Jocelyn Jordan.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 4, 2019
Sarasota competitor finishes on top at 2019 American National Kids IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship

He has been training for four and a half years and is proud of his hard work.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • February 26, 2014
A&E Picks and Highlights

A&E Editor Mallory Gnaegy keeps you in the know about events, local performers and art gallery happenings.

  • Arts + Culture
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 20, 2020
Cops Corner: Sarasota 2.21.19

Enjoy this week’s edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Longbeach Village peacock problems are percolating at Longboat Key Town Hall again.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 19, 2015
Commission wants permanent peacock fix

Longboat Key, Longbeach Village

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Donna Hefner and Greg Fiore place flowers on the cross at Longboat Island Chapel
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • April 12, 2020
Easter on Longboat Key retains touches of normalcy amidst COVID-19 pandemic.

Longboat Key's Christian community find new ways to celebrate Easter while making plans for what comes next.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 6, 2012
Coastline Volleyball's mini club season underway

Coastline Volleyball's mini club season started Sept. 5 at VolleyFit Sports Academy,

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • January 7, 2021
Conversation with school board newcomer Karen Rose

Rose was elected to the District 2 school board seat.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
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