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  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 21, 2022
Manatee School Board plans to sell property in east Bradenton

The school district sells 17-acres to offset the cost of 30-acres in Parrish for a new middle school.

  • East County
  • Schools
The county instituted new rules at the Selby Library prohibiting certain behavior July 10.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 28, 2016
Library concerns highlight city, county homeless divide

Sarasota County is addressing complaints regarding illegal behavior at the County Administration Building and Selby Library, but the topic has revived tensions regarding a come-as-you-are homeless shelter.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Manfred Welfonder said his top priority the past seven years has been focused on rebuilding the dilapidated Colony property.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 31, 2014
Colony Association, MW Group close to agreement

Longboat Key resident Manfred Welfonder's company is expected to be named the property's developer.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • In Memoriam |
  • January 26, 2022
Lois Wilkoff Marcus

Lois Wilkoff Marcus, 88, beloved wife of Martin for 66 years.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
BBC Main Street initially announced a three-phase plan for redeveloping the Main Plaza site, but a project did not come to fruition ahead of the sale of the property.
  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • November 8, 2019
Main Plaza property sells for $20 million

The new owners intend to develop apartments and office space on the downtown Sarasota property.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ballroom dancing instructor Colton Gannon leads Dynasty Stars Program dancers, including Bryanna Schmidt (back right) and Sophia Slaughter (front right) in the tango.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 4, 2019
Lakewood Ranch dance studio makes dancers stars

Ballroom dance program for special needs kids and young adults opens in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
The Lido Beach Restaurant is closed through December as the city renovates the concession property.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 3, 2019
Changes in store for Lido Beach pavilion

As the city begins work on renovating the pavilion property, it is also negotiating with a new concession operator to oversee food and drink services.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Manatee County Property Appraiser sought clarification on which of the town's two beach-taxing districts encompassed island properties.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 19, 2019
Two Longboat meetings set for Wednesday

Commissioners will clarify which beach-tax zone island properties will occupy and settle issues with police contract negotiations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Demolition of the Players Centre for the Performing Arts on Tamiami Trail began last week.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • April 28, 2021
Players Centre for the Performing Arts torn down

The building is being torn down as Players Centre staff plan their next move.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
One source of the controversy: on Bayview Drive on the north side of Longboat Key. Photo by Kurt Schultheis.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 24, 2013
Our View: Boat-trailer trash; or is it?

Knowing the history of restrictive zoning on Longboat Key, it's quite remarkable that now, in 2013, 58 years after the town's incorporation, there is not a law on Longboat Key's books banning the parking of boats in residential yards.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
David and Maxine Balsbaugh, Hope Seeds' executive directors, came and spoke to the group on Jan. 25.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • January 25, 2021
Packing to the brim

Christ Church of Longboat Key volunteers hit another seed packing milestone.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Longboaters know what it takes to prosper. You grow, or you die. You adapt and change, or you die.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 9, 2017
Context matters in election

The Colony density vote has fueled anti-growth sentiments on Longboat, spilling over into the Town Commission race. Beware of fake news and vague news crafted to mislead.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • March 18, 2021
The bill that can save the housing market

Rising property insurance rates are on the verge of popping Florida’s housing bubble and the economy — all because of lawsuits. SB 76 can save the state.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
The Van Wezel Foundation has announced next steps in it plan to build a performing arts center to replace the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • January 25, 2022
Funding push begins anew for Sarasota performing arts center project

If everything goes according to plan, the new Sarasota performing arts center could be completed in about six years.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Cast members and "recurring characters" Alex Kompothecras, Juliette Porter, Pauly Apostolides, Madisson Hausburg, Chloe Trautman, Garrett Miller, Kelsey Owens and Brandon Gomes — Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • July 19, 2017
'Siesta Key' cast responds to critics of new MTV show

The seven cast members aren't worried about an influx of negative feedback since the show was announced.

  • Arts + Culture
On the schedule for February: a 5K, a regatta and a world record. Photo by Jen Blanco.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 6, 2017
Nathan Benderson Park announces February events

On the schedule: a 5K, a regatta and a world record.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 22, 2018
Cops Corner: A lot of foot traffic at the Colony

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
The 2017 World Rowing Championships saw 42,000 spectators fill the Nathan Benderson Park grandstands.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 17, 2019
Nathan Benderson Park hosts the 2019 World Rowing U23 Championships next week

Nathan Benderson Park will host the 2019 World Rowing U23 Championships next week, with Sarasota and Manatee counties providing SANCA support.

  • East County
  • Sports
Sally Schule
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • July 13, 2018
Familiar Faces: Sally Schule

After 24 years in the area, Sally Schule is a community leader dedicated to helping newcomers find philanthropy.

  • Black Tie
Sasha Pastujov, born in the Lakewood Ranch area, will attempt to become one of the rare Florida-born players to reach the NHL. Photo courtesy Rena Laverty / USA Hockey’s NTDP.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 18, 2021
Prose and Kohn: From the Lakewood Ranch area to the NHL?

Sasha Pastujov is attempting to become the 15th player from Florida to reach hockey's pinnacle.

  • East County
  • Sports
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