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By Pam McTeer
June 4, 2009

Ranch author retraces ancestor's steps

Lakewood Ranch author Russ Wilkins pays tribute his uncle and other World War II veterans in his new book, "Missing in Belgium."

East County
News

By Pam McTeer
June 4, 2009

Latin Chamber moves to Ranch

Cesar Gomez hopes to help Latino and American business owners do business together.

East County
News

By Pam McTeer
June 4, 2009

Elvis rocks Freedom Elementary

Freedom Elementary fourth-graders met Elvis, a 2-year-old alligator they adopted through Matthews Wildlife Rescue.

East County
News

By Pam McTeer
June 4, 2009

SMR readies for Villages hearing

The developer needs five changes to the Comprehensive Plan to feel confident in moving forward with the three-phase, 5,500-acre project.

East County
News

Jen Blanco
June 4, 2009

Pirates run away with spring game victory

Led by junior running back Tevin Bryant, Braden River racked up 377 yards of total offense on its way to a 35-20 win over Riverview May 28.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
June 4, 2009

Mustangs impressive in first spring game

Sophomore quarterback Reggie Lindsey threw for 125 yards and two touchdowns in Lakewood's 20-14 win over Cape Coral Island Coast May 29.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
June 4, 2009

Lakewood grad scores scholarship

Rachel La Bar will play softball at Pfeiffer University this fall.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
June 4, 2009

Athlete of the Week: Zack Larson

The Observer highlights Lakewood Ranch High safety Zack Larson.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
June 4, 2009

Community Golf Scores 05.24.09 to 05.27.09

East County golfers post amazing numbers on area courses.

East County
Sports

Robin Roy
June 4, 2009

Atkins: It's not enough

The city commissioner scoffs at the recent allocation of $29 million from the county, saying it owes Newtown more than that.

Sarasota
News

Jen Blanco
June 3, 2009

Rookies take field at Heritage Harbour

Nearly 30 7- and 8-years-olds headed out to the ballpark May 30 for the Manatee Cal Ripken Youth Baseball League at Heritage Harbour's first Rookie Division All-Star Game.

East County
Sports

By Robin Hartill and Stephanie Hannum
June 3, 2009

Oh, the places they'll go. In high school, these seniors played sports, volunteered their time and participated in extracurricular activities while striving for academic success. Now, see what's next for the senior class of Longboat, Lido, St. Armands and Bird keys.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Robin Hartill and Stephanie Hannum
June 3, 2009

Class of 2009

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
June 3, 2009

Worship Services

Longboat Key
News

Observer Staff
June 3, 2009

Obituaries

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Stephanie Hannum
June 3, 2009

Temple Tuesday holds special celebration

Steve Steiner, former licensed clinical social worker with Jewish Family & Children's Service, was honored at a farewell lunch held Tuesday, May 26, at Temple Beth Israel.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Robin Hartill
June 3, 2009

New Christ Church music director sings a different tune

Christ Church of Longboat Key, Presbyterian, is alive with the sound of music every Sunday.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
June 3, 2009

Community Calendar

Longboat Key
News

Observer Staff
June 3, 2009

Cops Corner

Longboat Key
News

Observer Staff
June 3, 2009

Letters to the Editor

To send in your letters, please e-mail them to [email protected], or mail them to The Longboat Observer, 5570 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, 34228. The Longboat Observer gives priority to letters of local interest and about local issues. The Observer will print all letters to the editor if it feels they are of general interest, but only if the letter is signed and the author's street address and phone number are given. The editor reserves the right to condense letters.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By George Rauch
June 3, 2009

Market Watch: Economic realities here to stay

It's great to be optimistic, and we should all hope that it becomes infectious. But, here are the economic realities - and problems - which might slow the growth of these 'green shoots.'

Longboat Key
Opinion

Observer Staff
June 3, 2009

Our View:Is it a 'want' or a necessity?

Last week's commentary on this page, entitled 'Economically, a unipole is it,' prompted a visit and concerns from three opponents to cell-phone towers - Longboat Key Commissioner Gene Jaleski, former Mayor Jeremy Whatmough and resident Gus Sclafani.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Observer Staff
June 3, 2009

Capture the 'Spirit of America' in The Observer's photo contest

The Observer launches its 'Spirit of America' photo contest on YourObserver.com. The winning photo will be featured in its annual Fourth of July special section published July 2.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
June 3, 2009

East Manatee Rotary goes green

The Rotary Club of East Manatee recently decided to 'go green' and join only a handful of Rotary clubs worldwide that have become an eco club.

East County
News

Kurt Schultheis
June 3, 2009

County pushes for pipeline resolution

A Norwegian-based company's revised natural-gas pipeline route is still in the way of potential white-sand sources for Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
News

Observer Staff
June 3, 2009

It's a sign ...

Have you seen the signs?

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
June 3, 2009

Manatee deputies searching for missing woman

Lori Lee Nichols left a note that implied she may harm herself. She may be driving a red 2007 four-door Ford Focus with Florida tag D374AT.

East County
News

Observer Staff
June 3, 2009

Cousins chill out for a cool cause

Cousins Matt and Cameron Pettinato and MandyBelle and Sam Sky know that cancer isn't cool. So they set up a lemonade stand called 'Chill Out Cancer' while visiting the home of their grandparents, Longboat Key residents Jim and Donna Pettinato.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Pam McTeer
June 3, 2009

Wellness Concepts welcomes new doctor

Dr. Toni Grossenheider will provide chiropractic care to patients of all ages offers chiropractic adjustments, including specific evaluation for pregnancies, and saliva testing for hormone balancing.

East County
News

Kurt Schultheis
June 3, 2009

Proposed budget calls for 6.4% millage increase

A $498,740 deficit can be eliminated if the Town Commission agrees to an increased tax rate of at least 1.5967 mills.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Roy
June 2, 2009

Humane Society rescues 23 puppies from Alabama

The puppies had either been abandoned or were scheduled to be euthanized before the Suncoast Humane Society rescued them.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Robin Hartill
June 2, 2009

Griffin named finalist in two national book contests

Longboat Key resident and mystery author H. Terrell Griffin has been named a finalist in two national book contest for his latest book, 'Blood Island.'

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
June 2, 2009

Hurricane seminar to provide flood of information

Hurricane season began June 1, and you know the drill: It's time for the Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce Hurricane Preparedness Seminar.

Longboat Key
News

By Pam McTeer
June 2, 2009

Southeast students claim Odyssey crown

The East County students - Laith Charles, Philip DiMaria, Luca Erozer, Ben Robinson, Bryan Robinson and Kate Schaufelberger - placed first in the Division III Column Structure competition.

East County
Schools

By Pam McTeer
June 2, 2009

Ministry stitches community outreach

The Loving Stitches Ministry of Our Lady of the Angles Catholic Community meet once a week to make items for organizations such as the Healthy Start Coalition, Manatee Memorial Hospital's nursery and more.

East County
News

Kurt Schultheis
June 2, 2009

Town Commission holds regular meeting

An overview of the June 1, Longboat Key Town Commission regular meeting.

Longboat Key
News

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