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Black Tie & Tales by Molly Schechter

Savor Sarasota's social snippets here.

About Molly Schechter
I am one of the people who shows up with a Canon slung around her neck at charity events from benefit galas to fashion shows to … whatever some creative, caring person comes up with to raise money for their favorite philanthropy....Continue reading »

Budget Babe by Kate Walsh Honea

Learn the secret of thrifty shopping and spending in Sarasota.

About Kate Walsh Honea
My name might be Kate Honea, but, from now on, you will know me as Budget Babe. I am a 20-something female who resides in sunny Sarasota as a full-time resident with numerous full-time jobs....Continue reading »

Dora The Explorer by Dora Walters

Dora Walters, longtime reporter and photographer for The Longboat Observer, lives up to her nickname.

About Dora Walters
Before the cartoon character became a household name, our very own “Dora the Explorer,” also known as Senior Editor Dora Walters, was busy exploring Longboat Key and Sarasota, interviewing residents, writing stories and snapping photos....Continue reading »

In the Press Box by Jen Blanco

An inside look at East County sports.

About Jen Blanco
My passion for sports developed while growing up in northeast Ohio. As a child I spent many winter afternoons curled up on the couch with my family watching football and basketball while trying to escape the cold. But as a lot of you already know, the Cle...Continue reading »

Le Bell Canto by June LeBell

Music and merry making in Sarasota.

About June LeBell
From Manhattan to Sarasota, June LeBell shares her love of good music, great food and fascinating people....Continue reading »

Life in Writing by Mike Eng

Perspectives from a husband, father, journalist, musician.

About Mike Eng
I'm Michael Eng, executive editor for The East County Observer, The Observer Group Inc.’s community weekly newspaper serving East Manatee County....Continue reading »

Scene & Heard by Heidi Kurpiela

Find out what's "scene" and heard in Sarasota's arts and entertainment world.

About Heidi Kurpiela
I’m Heidi Kurpiela, The Observer's A&E Editor. Here are a few things you should know about me before you read my blog: I’m a lousy singer and an OK dancer....Continue reading »

Single In Sarasota by Loren Mayo

The diary of a reporter, party girl and fashionista.

About Loren Mayo
I’m a stair-tripping, shower-singing, super sarcastic pain in the rear. My friends constantly tell me I need to be on stage somewhere. My own mother pokes fun at me because I cackle when I laugh and sometimes I even snort. I love curling up in bed when...Continue reading »

Town Talk by Kurt Schultheis

A behind the scenes look at who's doing and saying what around Longboat Key.

About Kurt Schultheis
Kurt Schultheis, City Editor for The Longboat Observer since February 2007, covers everything pertaining to Longboat Key....Continue reading »

Why So Moody? by Vanessa Moody

Rants and raves about being a teenager in Sarasota, and a Moody one at that!

About Vanessa Moody
I was born in Portland, Maine, but moved to Sarasota when I was two, so I’ve lived here for most of my 17 years. My dad is also from Maine and my mom is from Brazil. I have a younger brother named Kevin, who is the greatest friend in the world to me. I...Continue reading »

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