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Woman's Exchange representatives say the expansion would improve the store's internal flow as the business continues to grow.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 5, 2016
City delays decision on Woman’s Exchange expansion

After Woman’s Exchange representatives and Laurel Park residents argued for and against the store’s plans for expansion, the City Commission postponed its final ruling to a future meeting.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub owner Ed Chiles is investing in Longboat Key's future by adding a second story to his Longboat Key restaurant.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 5, 2011
7 in 11: Ed Chiles

The longtime Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key restaurant owner thinks a pro-business attitude will bring a sense of community to the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jay Rixse delivered a lecture on the President's daily briefing Feb. 19.
  • By Andrew Atkins |
  • February 27, 2019
LWR Talks features intelligence

Former CIA and Department of Defense official addresses crowd at Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club

  • East County
  • News
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • November 1, 2012
City considers ordinance revision

The open-container ordinance was revised to close a loophole that made it vulnerable to legal challenges.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Riverview's Tyrus Jackson drives the lane.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 3, 2019
Sarasota and Manatee counties split basketball all-star games

The Sarasota girls and Manatee boys walked away winners.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Sarasota architect Brent Parker, who designed the Ringling Bridge, is planning a 33-unit affordable housing project on North Tamiami Trail.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 9, 2015
North Trail remains on the the edge of revitalization

While advocates of revitalizing the northern gateway to Sarasota are bullish on a new residential project, they remain wary of tricky zoning issues.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Early temple leaders at the congregation's groundbreaking in May 1983. Courtesy photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • February 20, 2019
Temple Beth Israel reflects on 40 years

The temple has become the center for Jewish living on Longboat Key with educational programming for all.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Rick Piccolo, President and CEO of Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, called the new flight a "home run" for the area.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • December 1, 2017
SRQ announces nonstop flight to Pittsburgh

The flights will run Mondays and Fridays starting Feb. 23, 2018.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Sheriff's Office presented Sergeant Scott Osborne with an award for his service at Thursday's Siesta Key Association meeting.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • April 3, 2015
Sheriff's Office recognized Sergeant Scott Osborne for Siesta Key service

Osborne has served the Key for 10 years.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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
  • By Pam McTeer |
  • May 7, 2009
New mom purees way to healthier baby food

Heather Richmond is starting a class for mothers who want to learn to make their own baby food and who want to learn about nutrition.

  • East County
  • News
Country Club Shores residents Jackie Meckstroth, Gerard Mos with his dogs, Merle and Coco, and Commissioner Lynn Larson, holding Muffin, cross Gulf of Mexico Drive, then return five minutes later Jan. 15, in a crosswalk crossing test.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 27, 2016
WalkWise program to teach crossroad rules

A new Walk Wise program to inform residents how to use new Gulf of Mexico Drive crosswalks will start soon as concerns about the crosswalks and the flashing lights linger.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 15, 2015
Cops Corner East County 07.16.15

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Aultman and her class of 18, along with the help of volunteer Susan Garrett, built a galactic-themed gingerbread house.
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • December 18, 2013
Fifth annual Gingerbread Festival announces winners

Erica Aultman and her third grade class from Ashton Elementary won first place in their category Saturday, Dec. 14.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 27, 2013
Obituary: Rosalie Cubbon Kobiela

Rosalie Cubbon Kobiela, 74, of Longboat Key, died Aug. 10.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota senior Vaun Brown drove in a pair of runs and scored a run to help lead the Sailors to a 10-0 victory against Lakewood Ranch in the Class 8A-District 8 championship April 21.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 28, 2016
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 04.28.16

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 04.28.16

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Emarie and Petr Marcan |
  • July 2, 2013
Lunchtime at Half Shell Oyster House

Lunchtime at Half Shell Oyster House

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 28, 2013
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Jerry Schoenholtz, developer Randy Moore, interior designer Carrie Riley, Michael Saunders, and architect Mark Sultana celebrate the start of construction.
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • December 9, 2014
Condo construction brings Infinity of possibilities

On Dec. 3, a groundbreaking ceremony celebrated the start of construction at Infinity of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Rising junior Shawqi Itraish, here throwing a pass against Lakewood Ranch, will be Braden River's starting quarterback this season.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 7, 2019
Braden River High's newest quarterback has paid his dues

Shawqi Itraish has the support of past Pirates quarterbacks, too.

  • East County
  • Sports
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