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The Bay Park Conservancy plans to build out the bayfront project over the course of 15 to 20 years.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 15, 2019
City approves bayfront conservancy agreement

The City Commission unanimously endorsed a partnership empowering a private nonprofit to take the lead on the development of a public waterfront park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Part of the driveway at 49 Beach Road collapsed Oct. 29, after the Gulf of Mexico surf ripped away the eroded ground underneath.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 1, 2012
County taps Derr for roadway repair

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection stalled plans to repair a portion of Beach Road that buckled early this week from erosion.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Wild pigs have been spotted frequently along Lakewood Ranch Boulevard in recent weeks. As development continues, the pigs have less space to occupy, meaning they more often infringe on roads and communities.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • January 20, 2021
Lakewood Ranch pig problems left to neighborhoods, local trappers

Newly hired trapper explains his efforts to reduce Lakewood Ranch's pig population

  • East County
  • News
Senior Ryan McMahon is shooting 64% from the floor and 57% from behind the arc this season for the Cougars. Photo by Jen Blanco
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 17, 2014
Controlling the court

Cardinal Mooney senior Ryan McMahon is averaging 26.7 points per game this season while leading the Cougars to a 6-0 record.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Katie Johns |
  • July 26, 2016
Longboat Key: Your Calendar

Longboat Key: Your Calendar

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
City staff thinks officials have to spend money to make money at Bobby Jones.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 13, 2017
In the Rough: Bobby Jones faces revenue challenges

Is an infusion of cash into Bobby Jones Golf Club enough to turn the municipal course into a moneymaker for the city?

  • Sarasota
  • News
Power lines along Gulf of Mexico Drive could be buried if voters decide to pay for the costs involved.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 8, 2014
Underground utility system sparks interest

All seven commissioners are willing to investigate an underground utility system along Gulf of Mexico Drive and let voters decide if they are willing to pay for it.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota County commissioners approved of a plan to save thousands by wrapping buses to look like trolleys for a Siesta Key route.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • January 30, 2013
SCAT creates 16 full-time positions

Sarasota County commissioners Jan. 29, approved the creation of nine Sarasota County Area Transit positions and the conversion of 17 part-time employees to seven full-time employees.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • December 14, 2021
This Week in A+E: Dec. 16 to Dec. 22

Concerts, comedy shows, festivals, ballet and dance recitals are all on tap in Sarasota's arts scene this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Hannah Marco and Sophia Gambrell. Photo by Liz Ramos.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 2, 2020
Students gobble up donations in Lakewood Ranch

Primrose School at Lakewood Ranch Town Center and Lakewood Ranch North donate food items to Hungers End.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Myakka City area residents have until Nov. 16 to stack debris from Hurricane Ian by the side of the road for county collection. (Photo by Jay Heater)
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 26, 2022
Manatee County sets debris deadlines

Myakka City area residents have until Nov. 16 to stack debris by the side of the road.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • February 10, 2016
Longboat Key: Your Calendar

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 25, 2011
News Briefs

Siesta, Venice chambers hosting networking session; City providing budget details on its website; Community orientation program kicks off Sept. 1

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Jim and Jackie Sleter stand in front of their newly installed roof. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 17, 2022
Veteran in River Isles gifted a free roof

East County veteran receives support from local business and the VFW to get a new roof.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Ross Toussaint is pictured near the bioswale between his property and Christ Church of Longboat Key.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • February 15, 2021
Christ Church plans to begin construction to resolve drainage dispute

Neighbor Ross Toussaint claims stormwater runoff has damaged his property for the last 11 years.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The 2019 event attracted more than 100 to honor veterans.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • October 12, 2020
Rotary Club plans 'pandemic-sensitive' Veterans Day

The club is having its seventh annual celebration of veterans, and adding fundraising this year.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 20, 2014
Meritage plans 475-home community

Meritage officials say they hope to break ground on the Lakewood Ranch project in the first quarter.

  • East County
  • News
Black vultures find food by using their keen eyesight or by following turkey vultures, which possess a powerful sense of smell. (Miri Hardy)
  • By Guest Author |
  • September 4, 2020
Bird of the week: black vulture

Often maligned species plays a critical role in our daily lives.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
"Peter Pan" runs through Nov. 10 at Florida Studio Theatre. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 23, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre's 'Peter Pan' stands test of time with steampunk twist

FST adopted an industrial look and intimate cast for its version of "Peter Pan," but the story remains untouched.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 18, 2022
Longboat Key weather page photo: August 18

Sergio Albuquerque captured this photo of the sand’s surface during a sunset on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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