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Early voting is underway and concludes Nov. 5.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 25, 2016
Early Longboat Key voting ends Nov. 5

On the Nov. 8 Election Day, Sarasota and Manatee counties will offer free bus transportation to the polls.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
This rendering shows the proposed location of the overpass. Courtesy map.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 25, 2016
Sarasota sets I-75 overpass meeting

Residents will have an opportunity to weigh in on a bridge across I-75 next month.

  • East County
  • News
The Baltimore Orioles will open their home Spring Training slate at Ed Smith Stadium on Feb. 26 against Pittsburgh. (Photo via the Baltimore Orioles)
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 24, 2016
Orioles announce 2017 Spring Training schedule

Baltimore will play its first home game on Feb. 26 against Pittsburgh.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 24, 2016
Cannons Marina boats invade St. Armands

St. Armands Circle visitors had an extra reason to shop over the weekend.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 24, 2016
Longboat Key Obituaries

Leonard Bowen Sr., Roberta Durzo, Michael Giordano and Alfred Wolkenberg died.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The pipeline plugged briefly as it neared the “finish line,” according to Town Manager David Bullock.
    By
  • Terry O’Connor
  • October 24, 2016
Longboat Pass beach renourishment hits target

Pipeline plugged as it neared the 'finish line,' according to Town Manager David Bullock.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • October 24, 2016
Film review: 'Harry and Snowman'

This engaging documentary tells the bond between a man and his horse.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Ann Lanier and Mona MacPhail
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 23, 2016
McClellan Park reaches centennial milestone

Neighbors relive history of McClellan Park with 100th anniversary.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • October 23, 2016
Curtain Raiser Dinner kicks off new season at the Sarasota Opera

The annual event was held on Sunday, Oct. 23 at Michael’s On East.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 23, 2016
Welsh Society unites in song

Gulf Coast Welsh Society honors heritage through music during annual picnic at Turtle Beach.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
A AAGPBL Players Association autographed poster signed by the Rockford Peaches.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 23, 2016
Kick-Off Gala pitches for Women's Sports Museum

Community leaders show support for potential Women's Sports Museum with fundraiser Kick-Off Gala at Hyatt Regency Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • October 23, 2016
Theater review: 'Almost, Maine'

John Cariani’s fractured fairy tales come to life at The Players Backstage.

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    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • October 23, 2016
Theater review: 'The Tragedy of Hamlet'

Asolo Conservatory students get to the heart of “Hamlet” in a touring production for young people.

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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • October 23, 2016
Local celebrities take to the floor at 17th annual CANDance

Community AIDs Network hosted its CANDance “Dancing with our Stars” competition on Oct. 22.

  • Black Tie
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • October 23, 2016
Art of Food serves up Halloween spirit

The Junior League of Sarasota hosts masquerade bash at Selby Public Library.

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Cindy Ritchell, Ann Quackenbush, Brenda Korthauer, Beverly Sutton and Kit Torchia all lend a helping hand in packing seeds to send internationally to farmers who need them. Quackenbush is a driving force behind Hope Seeds, a charitable ministry through Christ Church of Longboat Key.
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Andrew Carrillo poses for a photo on Dec. 16 at Out-of-Door Academy. He's been the go-to guy on attack for the Thunder throughout their 2025-26 season.
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Manatee County commissioners approve reducing speed limits throughout the county.
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The library will be constructed on the light green area depicted on this map within Longboat Key's Town Center Green. The entire library would be around 11,230 square feet with the possible enhancements.
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