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  • By Matt Walsh |
  • January 23, 2020
The pressure is on, Mote

With the Sarasota County Commission agreeing to front $20 million to Mote Marine for its aquarium from bed taxes, the bigger challenge is yet to come: proving its vision is real.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
1. Lakewood Ranch's Karen Kay Lyvers dances off the mat. She won the 4A girls pole vault at the track and field championships.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 27, 2018
A year of champions: The top 10 East County sports moments of 2018

The top 10 East County sports moments of 2018 included athletes from Lakewood Ranch and Braden River high schools and The Out-of-Door Academy, plus youth and adult sports.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 25, 2015
News Briefs

Observer names associate publisher; MTC students show off skills

  • East County
  • News
Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill Owner Sam Ray and General Manager Jeffrey Karasawa hope to open their restaurant at the heart of The Green by the end of 2021.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • June 30, 2021
Tsunami Sushi fills important role at The Green in Lakewood Ranch

Business owners at The Green hope two new restaurants located at the heart of the plaza will bring more shoppers.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 19, 2020
Slim Odds

The area is home to two Division 1-caliber quarterbacks this season. Their talent is just one of the things that sets them apart.

  • LWR Life
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • August 7, 2014
Race organizers aim to create iconic event

A trio of successful sports business leaders takes a shot at a new event, where the spotlight will be bright. Their process could be a blueprint for how executives overcome logistics hurdles.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
With Phase 2 in the permitting stages, by year's end the land between the Public Tennis Center and the Shoppes of Bay Isles is expected to include walkways, bathrooms, lighting and accommodations for outdoor events.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • February 19, 2021
Center could operate at 'minimal cost' to town

It's unclear what specifically a Town Center entails and how it will be financed.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Karen Kay Lyvers vaults over the bar. Courtesy photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 25, 2018
Lakewood Ranch pole vaulters explain their success in a unique sport

Two Mustangs have the change to medal in the event at the state meet.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • March 20, 2015
Mote Parties on the Pass

Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium hosted its Party on the Pass fundraiser event on March 20.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • September 16, 2020
Longboat Key man's sailboat washes ashore

Mark Sternal had recently purchased the boat in Punta Gorda.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Manatee County Public Works Project Manager Robert Halbach says the improvements will improve traffic flow in the area.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 18, 2019
Public-private partnership improves traffic flow in Lakewood Ranch

County will work with Publix to execute Lorraine Road/State Road 70 intersection improvements.

  • East County
  • News
Bryan Jacobs, center, explains to Jennifer Capwell, left, the importance of using fresh ingredients as other students look on. Photos by Amanda Sebastiano
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • December 16, 2014
Student's class offers fresh start

Vets 2 Chefs creates career paths for veterans.

  • East County
  • News
Photos by  Robin Hartill Traffic backs up on the John Ringling Causeway, allowing Town Planner Maika Arnold to soar past Managing Editor Robin Hartill on her bicycle.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 25, 2015
The amazing race

Town Planner Maika Arnold bikes, and Longboat Observer Managing Editor Robin Hartill drives in a race through afternoon traffic gridlock. Guess who won by 11 minutes.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Small cell poles have been erected around the city and Sarasota and surrounding unincorporated areas.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • December 13, 2021
Town Commission could assume role in deciding on cell poles

If Longboat Key's rules change, the Town Commission would consider Verizon's proposal to build nine small cell poles and antennas to improve cell signal on the north end of the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Beyond Yoga, T.Georgiano's Boutique, $95
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • February 6, 2019
Fashion Insider: Athletic wear

Getting started on your fitness routine starts with the right outfit.

  • Black Tie
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 27, 2011
Longboat turtle watchers get into nesting mode

Volunteers are preparing for the six-month nesting season, which runs from May through October.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 15, 2019
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Be vewwwwy quiet

Police reports from around the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
The service at Christ Church was live streamed on March 15 and will be for the foreseeable future.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 19, 2020
Longboaters make adjustments

Residents, businesses and town leaders gear up to face coronavirus' changes and challenges.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Murf Klauber died at age 91 in November 2018.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • October 1, 2019
Longboat Kiwanis' Lawn Party returns with tribute to Klauber

Annual kick-off of island's social season has new site, new beneficiary.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Selby Library will be closed on Sundays, effective this coming Sunday.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 28, 2011
Libraries closing on Sundays

Selby Library and Jacaranda Public Library will be closed on Sundays beginning in October.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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