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  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 11, 2016
That's the ticket ...

The top matchups this week in East County sports

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • May 13, 2015
This week in history 5.14.2015

A glimpse of the way things were from the Pelican Press archives.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • January 8, 2015
Candidates finalized for March commission election

One district race for this year's City Commission election is already decided, while three competitors will face off in the other two districts.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • April 18, 2013
Student Spotlight: Lauren Henry

Sarasota Christian School senior Lauren Henry is a little more than a month away from graduation, but she has already exceeded the school's community service requirement.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • August 28, 2014
Learning Express Toys shares the 'love' in upcoming Loom-a-thon

The Learning Express, 8451 Cooper Creek Blvd., invites children to participate in a Loom bracelet-making event, or Loom-a-thon, Sept. 13 and Sept. 14.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 5, 2026
Lakewood Ranch farmers market is a family affair

Many of the vendors operate family businesses in the region.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • May 4, 2016
Players Theatre uproots from longtime Sarasota home

The Players Theatre is selling its property near the bayfront and moving to Lakewood Ranch. Why is the oldest arts organization in Sarasota leaving the city?

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • April 14, 2016
Sarasota calendar 4.14.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of April 14.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 3, 2010
Letters to the editor

Letters to the editor

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 30, 2016
Ringling seeks to fraternize with Village

Ringling College opens fraternity in Village

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • September 16, 2015
Friends of Braden River plans for October river cleanup

Formerly called the Old Braden River Historical Society, the group’s mission is to safeguard the river.

  • East County
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • April 5, 2018
Man dressed as Spider-Man draws concern from farmers market

Reports of problematic behavior surround an individual weaving his way around Sarasota County in a Spider-Man costume.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 4, 2009
Application hinges on road

Longboat Club Road is a point of contention in The Longboat Key Club and Resort's Islandside application.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 23, 2014
News Briefs

UF and CFAS begin collaboration on building; Commission OKs first phase of work at lift station; County plans parking fix for North Shell Road

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • November 8, 2017
Give all veterans their due

We owe more than ‘Thank you for your service.’ Veterans committed their lives to keep us free — a priceless virtue.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • July 9, 2025
Asolo Rep's 'A Year With Frog and Toad' explores the seasons of friendship

Scott Keys is directing the Asolo Repertory Theatre production of Robert and Willie Reale's heartwarming, hilarious musical following the yearlong adventures of Frog and Toad.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 2, 2023
In response to growth, Manatee seeks to expand reclaimed water supply

Manatee County is doing research on a possible reclaimed water partnership with the city of Bradenton.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • April 17, 2024
How beach groins protect Longboat Key's sand

The human-made structures help guide sand movement and hold back currents to preserve beaches.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • March 22, 2017
Dynamic Duo: Local ballroom competition will feature new amateur couple

Sarasota Challenge gives Carrie and Peter Walsh the chance to learn the art of ballroom dance — and fall in love all over again.

  • Arts + Culture
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