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Debris await collection along Greenbrook Boulevard. (Photo by Ian Swaby
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 21, 2022
Lakewood Ranch CDDs still dealing with hurricane impacts

Lakewood Ranch Inter-District Authority officials say that some issues from Hurricane Ian might not be resolved until 2024.

  • East County
  • News
The Republican Party of Sarasota hosted a rally as early voting kicked off in the city of Sarasota Monday.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • May 1, 2017
Sarasota GOP doubles down on sanctuary city criticism

The Republican Party of Sarasota hosted a rally Monday, in opposition to comments made by City Commission candidate Jen Ahearn-Koch.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mia Wasikowska in "Crimson Peak." Photo source: HBO.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 15, 2020
Binge Blog: Ghosts are real, that much I know

"Crimson Peak" and "Good Time" are this week's selections.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
There is currently a 72-hour limit on parking spaces in the lot. Photo by Jessica Salmond
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • October 16, 2014
SKA pursues ordinance for municipal lot

After one vehicle was left in the parking lot for a month, the Siesta Key Association decided the lot needed heavier restrictions.

  • Sarasota
  • News
This map of Main Street at Lakewood Ranch shows areas to be repaved by section. Courtesy image.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 8, 2017
Lakewood Ranch Main Street advises patrons of parking lot improvements

Repaving work will continue through early September.

  • East County
  • News
Brian Haverlock and Sabrina Small. Photo by Heidi Kurpiela.
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • July 11, 2012
Scene & Heard

Artistic duo says, 'Sayonara, Sarasota'; Speaking of bittersweet good-byes ...

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • April 12, 2018
Knight, Robinson know better

Have they tarnished their reputations?

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
George Balanchine's "Diamonds" is one of three ballets that will be presented in Sarasota Ballet's latest program, "Victorian Winters." Photo by Frank Atura
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • December 6, 2018
Sarasota Ballet takes on iconic 'Diamonds' and anniversary of 'Enigma Variations'

The Sarasota Ballet is keeping three legacies alive with its latest triple bill, "Victorian Winters."

  • Arts + Culture
Speaker of the Florida House Richard Corcoran and Gov. Rick Scott
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • February 16, 2017
Governor v. Speaker

Let’s hope Gov. Scott and House Speaker Corcoran’s rift over Enterprise Florida doesn’t devolve to the level of D.C. politics. Reassure Floridians with a show of statesmanship.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Beyond  the Spectrum has offered summer camps for more than eight years. This year, it needs your help with donations.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • June 24, 2015
Group goes beyond the call for campers

Beyond the Spectrum aims to raise $25,000 to fund summer camp for more special needs students.

  • East County
  • News
Merica
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • July 2, 2014
American Apparel

American Apparel

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Trails at Rothenbach Park on Bee Ridge Road move in and out of shade.  A hat, sunscreen and water are all good ideas. (Eric Garwood)
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 7, 2017
Stay home and enjoy Sarasota's assets like a vacationer

No need to pack and fly away for some great outdoor activities and sites.

  • Health
River Club's Greg McGrew was known for being fair, respectful and a wonderful leader. File photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 7, 2021
Lakewood Ranch educator's death a huge community loss

Greg McGrew, an administrator, teacher and coach, dies from cancer at 58.

  • East County
  • News
Kitty Xiao, 29, is an Australian composer, pianist and collaborative artist based in Rochester, N.Y., as she completes a Master of Music — Composition at the Eastman School of Music. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • March 10, 2019
EarShot pairs four young emerging composers with Sarasota Orchestra

Emerging composers in the EarShot program work with Sarasota Orchestra to develop their latest work.

  • Arts + Culture
The Cougars players had an on-court chat following their three-set loss to Calvary Christian on Tuesday.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 22, 2021
Mooney volleyball is learning from its stumbles

The Cougars had too many hitting errors to beat Calvary Christian on Tuesday, but the match can be a learning moment

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 28, 2022
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Hello? There's a golf cart parked poorly.

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Drew Myers signals that an extra point is good.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 4, 2017
Lakewood Ranch grad makes right call being an official

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 5, 2021
Longboat Key weather page photo: August 5

Jane Novacek captured this egret while enjoying lunch at Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 5, 2021
East County weather page photo: August 5

Gordon Silver captured vincas after an afternoon rain shower at Lakewood Ranch’s Del Webb.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch's Erv Hyde is 78 but he still loves to make music.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 8, 2019
Come join the Manatee Community Concert Band

Lakewood Ranch residents among those who enjoy a renewed musical career with the Manatee Community Concert Band.

  • East County
  • News
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