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  • By Matt Walsh |
  • September 12, 2018
Pavilion: Tragedy of the commons

Lido Beach Pavilion is typical of what happens when property is publicly owned. Also typical: Protesters who don’t offer a better plan.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • September 19, 2018
Asolo Rep and conservatory adapt Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' for today

Asolo Repertory Theatre and FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training's New Stages series' latest touring production reimagines Shakespeare’s 'The Tempest' for student audiences across Florida.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • May 30, 2018
Q&A: 100 days with Harmer on Longboat Key

After 100 work days in office, the Longboat Observer sat down with Town Manager Tom Harmer to discuss his tenure on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • June 19, 2019
Artist Violetta Chandler paints her home away from home

The Sarasota-based painter uses inspiration from her native country and current home in her work.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 15, 2018
Great comedic actors make 'A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder' a killer time

A charming antihero chops down the family tree for love and money in this musical comedy at Florida Studio Theatre.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By David Conway |
  • September 27, 2018
Officials, residents discuss city-neighborhood relations

The city seeks to cultivate a partnership with neighborhood associations. How much sway do these groups have among officials — and within their communities?

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • October 17, 2018
All in the family: Longboat Key family businesses share their stories

Longboat Key is home to multiple family businesses. We spoke with three of them to learn their history and why they chose Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 22, 2019
Lakewood Ranch builder John Cannon a master of tree forts to mansions

Lakewood Ranch builder John Cannon a master of tree forts to mansions

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Bret Hauff and Cassidy Alexander | Staff Writers |
  • December 6, 2017
Tom Harmer prepares to take over as Longboat Town Manager

The former Sarasota County Administrator doesn't start till Dec. 11, but he's spent the last five months getting to know the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 10, 2016
Living Legend: Palm Aire resident carries long-lasting golf legacy

At 104 years old, Palm Aire Country Club resident Gus Andreone is the PGA's oldest living member — and has a lasting friendship with golf icon Arnold Palmer.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Adrian Moore |
  • October 5, 2017
Florida and Sarasota are amazing

Florida does a much better job providing services to taxpayers.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • September 7, 2016
Retired firemen talk about painful reminders of 9/11

Fifteen years later, Lakewood Ranch residents still battle the memories.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 26, 2016
Giving his all for the kids

After eight years, Riverview High athletic director James Ward will retire from his post June 9.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Grier Ferguson |
  • April 13, 2018
'Antiques Roadshow' taping draws thousands to Sarasota’s Ca’ d’Zan

Treasures in hand, people from waited for answers — and possible antique stardom.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 1, 2017
Alfstad& Contemporary will reopen as Sarasota's newest art space

The contemporary gallery reopens Nov. 3 with a renovated gallery, but the same goal.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By David Conway |
  • November 16, 2017
Resident opposition mounts to Lido pavilion plans

Critics say a proposal to renovate the Lido pool and pavilion is a bad deal for the city.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 29, 2017
Benderson Development lights up 300 acres of UTC

Developer has plans to expand and further develop its holiday light display along Cattlemen, University Parkway.

  • East County
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • May 18, 2017
Street Fighters: Siesta residents spar over Beach Road closure

One man is responsible for igniting perhaps the most contentious issue on Siesta Key. But why, exactly, is Mike Cosentino so fired up about a 230-foot segment of Beach Road?

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 8, 2016
Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

Meadows' Joyce, Joe Wallace celebrate 70 years of marriage.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 29, 2017
Arts converge at Sarasota Film Festival

For most of the year, Erin Murphy and Greg Bortnichak are on the road, touring with their band. But the most exciting 10 days of their year are offstage, working for the Sarasota Film Festival.

  • Arts + Culture
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