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  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 24, 2017
Theater review: 'Big Fish'

“Big Fish” tells a whale of a tale at “The Players”

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • February 18, 2026
Police department utilizes grants to expand equipment and capabilities

West Coast Inland Navigation District grant funds have been acquired and spent by the police department, adding a personal watercraft and emergency response trailer to the department's equipment portfolio.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 13, 2021
Creatively connected at Braden River Library

Manatee County libraries shift to a focus on virtual programming.

  • East County
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  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • August 2, 2022
New boater rules set after completion of emergency dredge on Beer Can Island

Restricted areas on the north end of Longboat Key will only allow swimmers, kayakers and paddleboarders.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 26, 2012
Commission eyes new timeline

It's likely Colony Beach & Tennis Resort officials will receive an extension Oct. 1 to rebuild the resort, although it would come with contingencies and hinge on who controls the resort moving forward.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 21, 2016
Rowing toward Rio

Riverview High graduate will compete in the men’s single sculls at the U.S. Olympic Rowing Team Trials April 21 through April 24.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By David Conway |
  • July 3, 2014
Bayfront plan envisions $100 million aquarium

A recently leaked private proposal for public bayfront land tops $300 million, causing a stir among groups developing a plan for the future of the property.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 18, 2021
Horse riders expand skills at SMART camp in east Bradenton

From grooming to riding, SMART summer camp participants learn more about horses in east Bradenton.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 15, 2020
Manatee County schools offer free meals during winter break

Manatee County families can pick up free meals at Haile Middle and Myakka Elementary in east Bradenton.

  • East County
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  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 7, 2021
Governor commends Manatee County's COVID-19 vaccination program

Manatee County begins preregistration pool signups for COVID-19 vaccine Thursday night.

  • East County
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  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • February 17, 2022
Christ Church of Longboat Key hosts Wednesday night dinner

About 150 members came for dinner and a show by Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 15, 2022
Barks and Brews event in Sarasota benefits Nate's Honor Animal Rescue

The event at The Green at UTC featured adoptable dogs, craft brews and live music.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • April 30, 2012
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Barbara Glanz

One appetizer Barbara Glanz makes "Artichokes Adored," a simple recipe that is easy to make and is always a crowd pleaser.

  • Siesta Key
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  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • January 9, 2012
Deputies make arrest in bizarre arson case

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office arrested William Combs, 45, in connection with an arson case on Dec. 24.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 14, 2011
Manatee schools declares impasse

The district and the MEA have continued in the collective bargaining process for the 2010-2011 school year from June 28, 2010, to Jan. 5, 2011. By declaring an impasse, the district is stating it does not desire to mediate and has requested the appointment of a special magistrate.

  • East County
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  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • February 20, 2013
Gulf Gate Library opens at Sarasota Square Mall

Sarasota County Commission Chairwoman Carolyn Mason cut the blue ribbon to open the mall's temporary location Feb. 20.

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  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • July 25, 2019
Campers get crafty at Art Center

Art Center Sarasota offers 11 weeks of art summer camps that explore a different theme each week.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 19, 2019
Orioles release 2020 spring training schedule

The home opener will be held Feb. 23 at Ed Smith Stadium against the Boston Red Sox.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • February 8, 2019
Tidewell Hospice welcomes figure skater and cancer survivor Scott Hamilton

The 10th annual Signature Luncheon was hosted Feb. 8 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

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  • By Caleb Motsinger |
  • September 10, 2014
Longboat Chamber of Commerce to host September networking events

Islandstyle Networking Event and Business After Hours helps to bring together professionals from various fields.

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