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  • Katie Johns
  • September 27, 2017
Lend a helping hand

All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church is accepting gift cards, food and monetary donations for Hurricane Irma victims.

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  • Neighbors
Bryan Gagg throws against Clearwater High.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 27, 2017
Pirates quarterback forces opponents to shiver their timbers

The Braden River junior has the offense churning and scouts turning their heads.

  • East County
  • Sports
ODA senior Dakota Dickerson (3) bursts through the BCS defense.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 27, 2017
Random quarter of ODA football turns into never-seen-before event

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
Country Meadows' Stacy Nale, 51, said she appreciates it more now she is a student again.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • September 27, 2017
Go back to school with class at MTC in Lakewood Ranch

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

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East County resident and Survivors in Sync dragon boat racer Pat Van Stedum and World Rowing Championship Manager of Programming and Special Events Stephanie Manzano are eager to put international attention on breast cancer.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 27, 2017
Rowing championship adds breast cancer focus

Last day of 2017 World Rowing Championships will have a health and wellness theme.

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Mason Fischer.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 27, 2017
East County High 5 Moments: 09.27.17

East County High 5 Moments: 09.27.17

  • East County
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Johnny Reid.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 27, 2017
East County Athlete of the Week: Johnny Reid

The Lakewood Ranch High runner talks cross country vs. track and his favorite quote.

  • East County
  • Sports
Sarah Bierstock’s “Honor Killing” runs through May 25 at FST.
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • September 27, 2017
Live Theater: Critic’s Picks for 2017-2018

From the trials and tribulations of a Macy’s elf to a plot that’s a mystery to both the actor and crowd, there’s a wide range of entertaining options for live theater this season.

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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • September 27, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Sept. 28.

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

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Nick interviewed several notable artists during his time at the Observer, one being Dylan McDermott at Sugar Meets Selah on Feb. 27, 2016 at The Francis. Photo by Rich Schineller
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • September 27, 2017
Letter from the Editor: A Curtain Call

After six years at the Observer, Nick Friedman is moving on.

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Just like my predecessor, I too was given the opportunity to interview Dylan McDermott. Photo by Rich Schineller
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • September 27, 2017
Letter from the (New) Editor

Niki Kottmann will take Nick Friedman's place as the Observer's Managing Editor of Arts and Entertainment.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • September 26, 2017
Chamber mingles at Dry Dock

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce hosted its monthly Business After Hours on Sept. 26.

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Mayor Terry Gans (second from left) speaks with Town Manager Dave Bullock (far left) and other members of the Town Commission during a recent meeting.
    By
  • Ryan Butler
  • September 26, 2017
Town approves general fund budget

Millage rate, revenues and expenditures all remain similar to last year's levels.

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    By
  • Ryan Butler
  • September 26, 2017
Commission proposes bond for fire station upgrades

Bond would pay for renovation of the town's north station and a rebuild of the south station.

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"Mother!" stars Jennifer Lawrence as "Mother."
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • September 26, 2017
Film review: 'Mother!'

This divisive psychological thriller is cunning but too chaotic to be understood.

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