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Manatee County Administrator Cheri Coryea said conference space above the future Lakewood Ranch library could eventually be turned into a second level for the library. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 11, 2020
Manatee County talks new level at library in Lakewood Ranch

Could a future library also service meeting space needs in Manatee County?

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 5, 2010
Commission will review sand cost options today

The Town Commission has two other sand options to consider and also will hear what each type of sand option will cost taxpayers.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Vincent Ellis, Larry DeRosa and Judy Brombolich are among the Van Wezel’s 500 volunteer ushers. With a combined 45 years of service between them, the ushers say they enjoy being a part of the arts organization.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • July 26, 2017
Van Wezel ushers share devotion to volunteerism

Three volunteer ushers at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall reveal what it takes to keep things running smoothly at the iconic bayfront venue.

  • Arts + Culture
Andre Herke serves a point. File photo.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 20, 2021
Observer Challenge returns on Longboat Key after year away

The tournament took a break in 2021 due to the pandemic, but will return from Jan. 7-9.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Joanne Assaly, right, looks at the current Bayfront Park concept with Sarasota County worker Rob LaDue. Photo by Kristen Herhold
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • November 5, 2014
Bayfront Park open house sparks debate

Discussions about what amenities the property should feature weren't exactly a walk in the park during the Oct. 30 meeting.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 20, 2019
Nature spouts off

Waterspout sighted off Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A rendering shows new tennis courts adjacent to a courtyard area between two residential buildings proposed for the Bath and Racquet site. Image courtesy Halflants + Pichette.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 25, 2021
Bath and Racquet plans headed back to Commission

Despite endorsements from city staff and the Planning Board, some residents remain concerned about plans to add more than 200 residences to the fitness center property.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 3, 2012
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 1, 2019
Sarasota weather page photo: August 1

Stephen Jordan captured a serene image of boats cruising into the sunset off Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Adam Myara, Albert Myara and Bruce Mahnke (along with Bob Bender, not pictured) co-own McGrath's Irish Ale House at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 8, 2020
A shot of Irish authenticity has emerged in Lakewood Ranch

McGrath's Irish Pub comes to Main Street at Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • February 13, 2022
Selby Gardens hosts black and white night during Orchid Ball

The annual fundraiser was held Feb. 12.

  • Black Tie
Sarasota County Schools Superintendent Brennan Asplen announced the district's north county campuses will reopen on Monday, Oct 10 with plans to resume classes in south county the following Monday. (Photo by Andrew Warfield)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 4, 2022
Sarasota County Schools to begin reopening on Monday

In a two-phase approach, Sarasota County Schools will begin reopening with north county schools starting Monday and south county schools one week later.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
The 2017 Crystal Classic kicks off Nov. 10.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • November 10, 2017
Siesta Key Crystal Classic returns, this time with lights

The event is in its eighth year, and is changing things up by including a colored lights display around

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Teachers, instructional leaders and administrators from Willis and Gene Witt elementary schools took time off from their summer vacation earlier this month for a voluntary weeklong Quantum Learning workshop.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 27, 2012
News Briefs

IDA approves plans for maintenance facility; Workshop educates about impaired driving; Manatee Schools earn recycling honors; SCF doles out summer-camp offerings

  • East County
  • News
Kim Cressell and Jessica Simmons
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 18, 2018
The Reserve offers heavenly hangout for artists and nonartists alike

The Reserve offers something for everybody — especially the creative-minded.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Armando Linde is one of two new fresh faces on the Longboat Key Town Commission in March.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 17, 2015
Longboat Key Town Commission seats confirmed

A deadline for candidates came and went Monday with no one challenging four commission seats that were up for grabs. That means the commission has two familiar faces and two new ones.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
 development group is asking the city to consider facilitating a mixed-use project featuring a boutique hotel and gourmet market on St. Armands Circle. Image via city of Sarasota.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 18, 2021
Sarasota entertains St. Armands hotel plans

Despite concern from Longboat Key officials, the Sarasota City Commission is considering a mixed-use project proposed for the site of a public parking lot.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Logan Veith.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 28, 2020
East County Athlete of the Week: Logan Veith

The Braden River golfer talks the state tournament and his love of social media.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 4, 2016
Mar Vista kicks off $2 million expansion

The iconic Longboat Key restaurant will remain open during construction.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Kristen Lynne Blossom and Ben Williamson in the 2013 New Stages Tour of "Romeo and Juliet." Photo by Daniel Kelly.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • October 1, 2013
2013 New Stages tour of 'Romeo & Juliet' launches today

The Asolo Repertory Theatre casts will give a one-day preview performance of the production of "Romeo and Juliet" which they will take on the road for the next two months.

  • Arts + Culture
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