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By Molly Schechter |
July 3, 2012

Aerobic Grandma: A good read that's good for your health

Books about health and fitness are not generally "fun reads." "Drop Dead Healthy - One Man's Humble Quest for Bodily Perfection" is the delightful exception.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
August 17, 2011

News Briefs

GreyHawk supervisor cleared of ethics complaint; Mega-church buys more Ranch property; Town Hall to host irrigation presentation; Schools gear up with open house events; Manatee County Jail earns re-accreditation

East County
News

By Mark Bergin |
May 22, 2020

Longboat Key preps for hurricane season during COVID-19 pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has raised several questions about hurricane preparations to keep people safe.

Longboat Key
News

By Shane Donglasan |
August 30, 2018

Siesta Key businesses feel the financial toll from red tide

As customers stay away, driven by beach conditions, cutbacks in operating hours and staff layoffs begin to mount.

Siesta Key
News

By Samantha Chaney |
May 30, 2019

Sarasota County re-evaluates approach to hurricane shelters

Following Hurricane Irma, Sarasota County officials have made organizational and structural changes to how they will approach the 2019 hurricane season.

Sarasota
News

By Suzanne Elliott |
October 23, 2018

Lido beach project could help New Pass boaters

New Pass being dredged for Lido renourishment

Longboat Key
News

By Marty Fugate |
June 21, 2017

Local karate master takes matters into his own hands

James Horne is a master of more than just martial arts. By hand-crafting his own weapons, he creates functional works of art.

Arts + Culture

By David Conway |
December 15, 2016

Residents push for dog-friendly policies in Bayfront Park

Residents want to let their dogs off leash in Bayfront Park in the mornings, but the city is worried its pet policies might be too complex.

Sarasota
News

By David Conway |
June 5, 2014

Comedy Central: McCurdy's set to open June 11

McCurdy's Comedy Theatre owner Les McCurdy says despite the pain of moving his business, he made the right choice. Now it's time to let the laughs begin.

Sarasota
News

By Liz Ramos |
November 18, 2021

East Bradenton high school bands prepare for state competition

Braden River, Lakewood Ranch and Parrish Community high school bands work to perfect their routines before the state competition.

East County
Schools

By Andrew Warfield |
January 10, 2024

Sarasota moves toward expanding vacation rental regulation

City Commissioner Erik Arroyo maintains his opposition, comparing the ordinance to "using a sledgehammer to kill a fly."

Sarasota
News

By Jay Heater |
August 13, 2025

Upcoming Manatee land use meeting should grab your attention

Wetland buffers and the Future Development Area Boundary will be discussed.

East County
Opinion

By Jay Heater |
September 4, 2025

State's special interest favoritism plagues Manatee

Manatee County commissioners are trying to figure out wetlands conundrum.

East County
Opinion

By Andrew Warfield |
June 15, 2026

Sarasota County tells EDC to refine changes to Business Park zoning

With most requested changes already modified, the Sarasota County Commission tells the EDC to further refine its requests for changes to the Business Park zoning district.