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Senior pitcher Spencer Stevens will lead the Cougars into the Second Annual Taylor Emmons Memorial Classic March 28.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • March 24, 2016
That's the ticket ...

Check out these top Sarasota sporting events.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Big Pass sits between Siesta Key and Lido Key.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • March 23, 2016
Commissioners discuss report on Big Pass dredge

A consultant’s analysis has questioned plans to renourish Lido Key with sand from the inlet.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Yuffi the miniature poodle
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • March 23, 2016
Yuffie: Stylish, no matter the season

One pooch stuck out from the pack during the Southeastern Guide Dogs Walkathon on Saturday, March 19.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sergeant Steve Chenard tests Barley's strength.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • March 23, 2016
McNeal Elementary students meet four-legged heroes

Students earned a K9 Unit exhibition by Manatee County Sheriff's Office.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • March 23, 2016
Crossing guards at cross purposes

It seems our new guards could use some coaching. Or perhaps someone at the top needs to determine what their purpose is.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • March 23, 2016
Long-lasting legacies

Outgoing Longboat Key commissioners Lynn Larson and Pat Zunz played crucial roles in what will be historic changes on the Key. They are testaments to persistence.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
The sign's tagline reads, "From early education to career readiness, the Y gives kids like Zoe the support they need to be president...potentially...in like, 2064." Photo by Pam Eubanks.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 23, 2016
Your Town

Eighty-two-year-old is Facebook guru; Freedom Elementary administrators spend day on the roof; Music on Main goes blue.

  • East County
  • News
If students can't handle the maneuver, they crush cones instead of other cars or people. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 23, 2016
BRAKES brings teen hands-on driving school to East County

Bradenton Motorsports Park will host BRAKES, which puts teens in emergency and panic driving situations, in May.

  • East County
  • News
The thatched area represents the property.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 23, 2016
Developer plans apartments near UTC Mall

Remi Properties has preliminary plans for 233 apartments at Honore Avenue and Desoto Road.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • March 23, 2016
Town Hall shows off local talent

The Town of Longboat Key honored local artists at its Town Hall Art Exhibit reception March 22.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Gov. Rick Scott with Jack Ogren
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 23, 2016
Local Elks receive Veterans Service Awards

Club news

  • East County
  • News
Kawida Turner places a green ball into the pipe on the sensory trail.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • March 23, 2016
Special event rises out of the blue

Sarasota Manatee Association for Riding Therapy schedules special autism event April 23.

  • East County
  • News
Madi LoCastro hit a pair of home runs in the Lakewood Ranch softball team's 10-6 victory over Braden River March 15.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • March 23, 2016
East County High 5 Moments: 03.24.16

East County High 5 Moments: 03.24.16

  • East County
  • Sports
Jamier Jones attempts to dribble to the basket past Dylan Higgins.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • March 23, 2016
New clubs are heavy hitters

East County athletes benefit as talented coaches open club programs close to home.

  • East County
  • Sports
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 23, 2016
Total Control: 'Photography and Film Constructs'

Ringling College exhibit explores the world of constructed photography.

  • Arts + Culture
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