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Miguel Pelayo, a Florida Cancer Specialists oncologist, cuts the ribbon to open the $16 million Lakewood Ranch Cancer Center.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 10, 2019
Florida Cancer Specialists cut ribbon on dynamic facility in Lakewood Ranch

Florida Cancer Specialists open $16 million facility in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
Brendan Ragan and Betsy Helmer. Photo by Dylan Jon Wade Cox.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • August 15, 2017
Theater review: 'Pilgrims'

'Pilgrims' explores the challenges of outer and inner space at Urbanite Theatre.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 2, 2017
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Longboat voters have seen these four candidates before. Two have proven records on the Town Commission.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 20, 2014
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Sarasota High Girls Basketball; ODA swings past Braden River; Sarasota Christian rolls into semifinals; The Concession to hold golf classic

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Officials and community members tossed sand on Turtle Beach to commemorate the completion of the county's Siesta Key beach renourishment efforts.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • June 13, 2016
Sarasota County commemorates completion of south Siesta renourishment

Community members and County officials gathered at Turtle Beach today to celebrate the completion of the second phase of the county’s beach renourishment efforts.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Officials say the watering schedule change will help minimize impact residents trying to use sidewalks in the evening, while also reducing issues with water pressure.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 29, 2017
Lakewood Ranch to start new irrigation schedule

Changes to Phase I Lakewood Ranch's watering schedule Jan. 1 will improve water pressure, sidewalk usage.

  • East County
  • News
Rachel Weeks and Plum take a break on the Southeastern Guide Dog campus.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 4, 2019
Lakewood Ranch woman lands key position with Southeastern Guide Dogs

Lakewood Ranch woman lands key position with Southeastern Guide Dogs.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota sports roundup: 03.08.17
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 8, 2017
Sarasota sports roundup: 03.08.17

Sarasota sports roundup: 03.08.17

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Lou Marinaccio, a Players Centre supporter, and Managing Director/CEO Michelle Bianchi Pingel, are working hard to raise money for the theater's construction. The field of possible architects has been narrowed to three.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 29, 2016
Players Centre close to selecting architect for Waterside project

Field narrowed to three architectural firms, decision due Aug. 31.

  • East County
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File photo. Principal Barbara Shirley
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 29, 2016
Eagle Fest to land at Alta Vista Elementary

Alta Vista Elementary will host 5th annual Eagle Fest Thursday, Aug. 4 from 5 to 7 p.m.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • May 10, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, May 11

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Greg Steube is running for Congress.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • February 27, 2018
State senator announces congressional bid

Florida Sen. Greg Steube announced his campaign Monday, after U.S. Rep. Tom Rooney announced his retirement.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 18, 2010
Business Observer 02.18.10

Denise M. Pope has joined Tidewell Hospice as its executive vice president of philanthropy.

  • Sarasota
  • News
On Saturday night, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office asks that motorists avoid several flooded East County intersections until the water subsides.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 26, 2017
Downpour floods several Bradenton intersections

Several East County communities affected by substantial rain.

  • East County
  • News
Charlie Kennedy has been an educator for 10 years.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • May 7, 2014
Local educator files for school board

Charlie Kennedy, a Manatee High School social studies teacher, will run for the District 2 seat of the Manatee County School Board.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • September 10, 2016
South Gate community celebrates 60th anniversary

Neighbors party at the South Gate Community Center Saturday, Sept. 10.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • December 11, 2016
Holiday spirit sails through Sarasota Bay

The floating parade featured an extended route and viewing areas.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • August 9, 2013
WEEKEND BEST BET: Lakewood Ranch YMCA 10th Anniversary Open House

The Lakewood Ranch YMCA, 5100 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., will celebrate its 10th anniversary from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 9, 2013
News Briefs

Old Publix building coming down this week; Municipal Finance Today recognizes IT Department; Mote-rescued turtle 'Murph' released on Lido Beach

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota County Libraries Director Sarabeth Kalajian and Harvard Jolly Architect Amy Weber stand outside of the new Gulf Gate Library, which is 80% complete. Photos by Jessica Salmond
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • September 4, 2014
VIDEO: Gulf Gate Library designed to feel like home

The two-story building is scheduled to be completed by late November, and the library is slated to open in January.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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