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  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 22, 2022
Riverview football still has plenty at stake

After a 31-28 win over Lehigh High on Sept. 16, Riverview has a chance to make noise in 2022, even after a slow start.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 14, 2022
Lakewood Ranch teen is one of six female youth hockey officials in Florida

Shannon Boyce, 15, is the youngest official refereeing at Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 4, 2023
Keep an eye on these Lakewood Ranch-area sports events in 2023

From rowing races to football rivalries to attempted three-peats, 2023 looks like another exciting year.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Amanda Postma |
  • December 27, 2022
Opening date for Rosemary District dog bar delayed

The owners behind what they believe will be the "doggiest space to hang out" battle various construction delays.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
  • By Kat Wingert |
  • January 4, 2023
6 arts events to look forward to in 2023

Check out these don't-miss events of this season in Sarasota.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 12, 2023
Seeking clarity on major Manatee County issues in 2023

The fate of a county administrator, a major development and Premier Park are among the Manatee County items that will draw attention this year.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • January 11, 2023
Art exhibition's tribute to cultural diversity goes on the road

Now in its 20th season, the outdoor juried exhibition "Embracing Our Differences" will open Jan. 22 at Bayfront Park.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 4, 2022
Prose and Kohn: A non-football fall sports sneak preview

A look at the area's swimming, volleyball, cross-country and golf programs, in which multiple champions could be crowned by the end of the year.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • February 17, 2021
Gardens provide escape from COVID-19

Two lifelong gardeners explain how plants can provide an escape from COVID-19

  • Health
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 3, 2021
World's best golfers hoping for a return to The Concession

Players on the PGA Tour enjoyed the course during the WGC event last weekend.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Rod Thomson |
  • December 3, 2009
MY VIEW: The problem is in the mirror

n many respects, Sarasota County did a commendable job squirreling away rainy-day funds and then reacting relatively quickly to the downturn with budget cuts.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Pam McTeer |
  • September 23, 2009
East County celebrates life of beloved teacher

Students, friends, family and colleagues honored Braden River Middle School orchestra teacher Elizabeth "Betsy" Faye Gough Sept. 19.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 12, 2009
Calm before the storm

Five years ago, Hurricane Charley set its sights on Longboat Key. The island was spared of a direct hit four times in 2004.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 30, 2009
10 to Contend: Greg Steube

At 31 years old, Greg Steube is the youngest candidate vying for State Rep. Ron Reagan's District 67 seat. The Bradenton native also is the only candidate to have a background in agriculture and law and experience working directly with the Legislature.

  • East County
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 23, 2009
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  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Michael Eng |
  • April 30, 2009
Young Life loses area director

Steve Sipes founded the Christian organization's East Manatee branch more than 10 years ago.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 7, 2009
Letters to the Editor

The Longboat Observer gives priority to letters of local interest and about local issues.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 7, 2009
Mothers: How do we love thee?

In honor of all our East County moms, we visited several East County elementary and preschools to ask our kids one very important questions: 'What do you love most about your mom?'

  • East County
  • News
  • By Rick Scott |
  • July 23, 2009
The Health Plan

$1.5 trillion: How is that 'saving'?

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Rod Thomson |
  • March 25, 2010
My View: Sarasota County-media empire

Like other municipalities, Sarasota County is building a multimedia conglomerate at taxpayer expense. Don't think there is no propaganda.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
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