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Vertex has five days to object to the decision, and the judge has 10 days either to issue a final order or reopen public hearing.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 19, 2011
Palm-Aire tower to be denied

A Manatee County hearing officer has issued a notice of intent to deny Vertex Development's application for a 150-foot cell tower on Palm-Aire Golf Course property.

  • East County
  • News
Commissioner George Kruse says moving forward with a countywide trail system is a top priority. The only trails in the county not contained within a preserve are in Lakewood Ranch, such as those found at James L. Patton Park.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • August 4, 2021
Infrastructure, parks top list of priorities for Manatee County commissioners

Back in session with a busy period just starting, Manatee County commissioners explain their top priorities as budget season heats up.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 19, 2011
Cain campaign stops in Bradenton

Presidential hopeful Herman Cain was in bed with the flu, but his campaign still made the first stop of his Common Sense Solutions bus tour of Florida at Mixon Fruit Farms today.

  • East County
  • News
Mike Baltzer submitted the winning photo for the October Cool Today Weather Photo Contest. He took this sunset photo near Big Pass.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 29, 2012
October Cool Today Monthly Winner

Mike Baltzer submitted the winning photo for the October Cool Today Weather Photo Contest. He took this sunset photo near Big Pass.

  • Siesta Key
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Local officials today presented their case to host the 2017 World Rowing Championships.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 15, 2013
July 15: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: U.S. delegation vies for regatta; PHOTO GALLERY : Boots vs. Badges; Sarasota-Manatee Originals kick-off certificate sale today

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The regulations on lawn watering will be in effect through the end of June. File photo.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 8, 2020
Watering restrictions announced for city residents

Residents will have limited hours to water their lawns following the Southwest Florida Water Management District’s issuance of a water shortage order.

  • Sarasota
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  • By David Conway |
  • August 30, 2019
As Hurricane Dorian nears, Sarasota County opens sandbag stations

Officials have set up three locations where residents can fill sandbags ahead of the approaching storm.

  • Sarasota
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County crews are currently restoring the asphalt along Bee Ridge Road between McIntosh Road and Honore Avenue after a water main break yesterday.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • August 26, 2016
Lane closures continue after water main break

Partial lane closures continue on Bee Ridge today after a water main broke yesterday between McIntosh Road and Honore Avenue.

  • Sarasota
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Director of Nursing Gloria Wright gives a hug to Marie Brandstatter.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • September 6, 2017
Group of Sarasota centenarians celebrated

The 12 women of the Pines of Sarasota's centenarian club were introduced to the nation on NBC's "Today Show".

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 22, 2012
Mother organizes new dance

Jamie Foss is planning a special father/daughter dance for the community March 9. Reservations are required by March 2.

  • East County
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Myakka City's Kimberley Barr is honored at the Young Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony May 15 at the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center in Punta Gorda. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 10, 2022
Myakka City Girl Scout earns gold with Project Prom Dress

Kimberley Barr earns Girl Scouts Gold Award by making prom attire available to students.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By [email protected] |
  • March 30, 2012
Observe This: Today's Top Stories (for all you April fools)

Observe This: Today's Top Stories (for all you April fools)

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  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • January 27, 2021
Commission approves out of cycle hotel proposals

The approval means staff can now allocate time for review of the proposals.

  • Siesta Key
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A self-guided tour of Historic Spanish Gardens is included, along with access to Selby Gardens' downtown campus.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 21, 2021
Selby Gardens plans to launch boat tour in January

Full-day tour will take visitors from downtown location to Historic Spanish Point and back.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 17, 2010
Michael Saunders & Co. launches new website

The site includes new search functions and market data.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
As president and CEO of Schroeder-Manatee Ranch since 2005, Rex Jensen heads up one of the most recognizable and sought-after land management, agricultural and development companies in the nation. (Photo by Lori Sax)
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • August 28, 2022
Lakewood Ranch pioneer shares insights on building a community

After 20 years at the helm, Schroeder-Manatee Ranch CEO Rex Jensen sounds off on what makes a community.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The renovations will reduce the number of the screens at the theater from 20 to 11.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 18, 2017
Main Plaza owners announce 'luxury' makeover for Hollywood 20

Regal Cinemas agreed to a new lease on Main Street, with $3 million in improvements planned to transform Hollywood 20 into a high-end movie theater.

  • Sarasota
  • News
UPDATE: Chillounge Night rescheduled due to forecast
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 25, 2015
UPDATE: Chillounge Night rescheduled due to forecast

UPDATE: Chillounge Night rescheduled due to forecast

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Steve Scott says he's grateful to the Good Samaritan who administered CPR to him and wants to "pay it forward."
  • By Andréa Martone |
  • August 26, 2021
Years later, Sarasota man wants to thank the 'angel' who saved him

2019 heart attack brings resident of Jefferson Center Retirement Home to new outlook.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
San Marco Plaza, located off Natures Way, has never had an anchor tenant.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 17, 2019
Lakewood Ranch's San Marco Plaza lands anchor tenant

Franchise swim school plans to operate in an 8,500-square-foot location on Natures Way.

  • East County
  • News
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