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Joseph Formoso takes a break at Harry's Corner Store, his turnaround point, during a bike ride from Anna Maria Island.
  • By Caleb Motsinger |
  • August 20, 2014
The Faces of Summer

We took to the streets to take a closer look at the people and places of Longboat Key during the off-season. What we found was that the Key is still in season for a variety of people who live, work, visit and shop in the area during the summer. Although the weather is hot and humid, the visitors and residents we found out and about over the weekend are the pulse that brings the town to life.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Contractors for the Florida Department of Transportation construct new bridges across the Braden River as part of an improvement project to widen a section of  I-75  and reconfigure the interchange of I-75 and State Road 70.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 1, 2020
Growth spurs roadway projects in Manatee County

Growth spurs roadway projects in Manatee County

  • East County
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 3, 2018
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Jan. 4

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Lois and Jack Snow began their Relay for Life walk March 12, at Horseshoe Cove.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • March 20, 2013
RV park raises more than $33,000 to beat cancer

Horseshoe Cove residents and 91 cancer survivors teamed to beat the disease at the park's fifth Relay for Life Walk, a tradition that has brought in more than $110,000. in 10 years.

  • East County
  • News
Justine Amdur and Katey Abernathy
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • November 7, 2014
Men, Whiskey and Watches Pre-Party

Men, Whiskey and Watches Pre-Party

  • Black Tie
Christopher Culton.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 22, 2019
Lakewood Ranch High football coach leaving after one season

Christopher Culton is leaving Lakewood Ranch High football after one season for North River High

  • East County
  • Sports
Photo by Alex Mahadevan
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 21, 2015
WHAT'S HAPPENING | Week of May 21, 2015

County will revisit options for planned Kimpton hotel site; Siesta Center sells for $4.6 million

  • Sarasota
  • News
Image courtesy Washington Post
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • February 26, 2019
'Never Look Away' explores the terrors of war, politics and the search for inner voice

Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck's film explores art's role in self expression and the dangers associated with such expression.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Key Club attorney John Patterson said the DCA's lack of objections means the central argument of the Islandside Property Owners Coalition (IPOC) has been eradicated.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 26, 2011
TOP STORY, MAY: 'The end for IPOC'?

Attorneys for the town of Longboat Key and the Longboat Key Club believe a state report eliminates the Islandside Property Owners Coalition's central argument against the club's Islandside project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 10, 2016
Christmas story comes to life

Night in Bethlehem event offers Night in Bethlehem celebrates Christmas story.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Thomas Pizzi plays the grand piano he'll use during his performance at the April 27 concert.
  • By Andrew Atkins |
  • April 24, 2019
Jazzing it up at Living Lord Lutheran Church

Lakewood Ranch church plans concert of professional jazz musicians.

  • East County
  • News
The ODA volleyball team improved to 2-0 with a 3-0 victory over Southeast Aug. 29.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 29, 2013
Lady Thunder cruise past Lady Seminoles

The Out-of-Door Academy volleyball team defeated Southeast 25-15, 25-10, 25-17 Aug. 29.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Work began Monday on the Longboat Pass bridge.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 12, 2019
Longboat Pass bridge work gets started

Bridge refresh will cost $5.2 million and last through the summer.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • August 18, 2016
Cops Corner: Sarasota 08.18.16

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Composer Thomas Pasatieri will see his opera, Signor Deluso, performed July 29-30 at Palm Aire Country Club.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 23, 2016
Palm Aire presents opportunity to experience opera

Thomas Pasatieri's work featured during Opera for Animals program.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • August 30, 2017
That's some legacy

How do you justify $65 million more for a want?

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Volunteers mark nests with stakes for documentation and protection. (File photo)
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 29, 2014
Turtle nesting season begins this week

Beginning May 1, turn off or shield lights visible from the beach to avoid disorienting turtles.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Fellowship Garden looked like a scene right out of Downton Abbey.
  • By Kelsey Grau |
  • February 19, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Island Chapel Downton Abbey High Tea

On Wednesday, the Longboat Island Chapel hosted a high tea inspired by the popular TV show, Downton Abbey. Attendees donned period-themed attire and jewelry, topping outfits off with extravagant hats.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Alan Moore, co-owner of Moore's Stone Crab Restaurant, is ready for phones to ring off the hook. (Photo and video by Mallory Gnaegy)
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 15, 2013
Stone crab season begins today

Get ready to crack open the first stone crabs of the season today.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Brian Speight tries to block a John Edwards shot, but misses.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 11, 2017
Sarasota basketball league embraces respect for game, each other

In Dennis Bunker's league, printed rules, a draft, and post-game beers are all part of the package.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
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