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  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 5, 2013
Our View: D-Day: Memorial Day cont'd

There are 25 million living American veterans. Since Gen. George Washington commanded the Continental Army, 42 million Americans have served the colors. A million have been killed in its defense. Another million and a half wounded.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • August 11, 2011
Village business owners target fence replacement

The fence on the north end of Siesta Village was part of the 2009-10 beautification project. Lately, the fence has been a focal point for vandals.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 18, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Jeff Casseus

Braden River senior Jeff Casseus had a team-high 17 points and 11 rebounds, helping lead the Pirates to a 64-44 victory over rival Lakewood Ranch Jan. 11.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jimmy Kuebler and Natalie Buffett |
  • October 4, 2013
ODA falls in district opener

The Out-of-Door Academy football team fell to Bishop Verot 56-0 Oct. 4.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • October 7, 2024
Whitney Plaza business owner recounts his Hurricane Helene experience

After staying open during the hurricane, Gary Hagen of Donuts By Design got stuck in his shop with a dead phone and car.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 29, 2016
That's the ticket ...

Check out this week's top East County sporting events.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 23, 2014
Vice Mayor Duncan won't seek third term

The vice mayor said both commissioner and Manasota League duties take up almost 40 hours of his time per week.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 30, 2019
Manatee school board moves toward superintendent contract

News briefs: Discussion looms over Saunder's hiring, Manatee County combines preserve parcels and Manatee County starts the search for new administrator.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • April 6, 2016
East County parents sign off on Opt Out movement

With testing season underway, some students are choosing not to take the Florida Standards Assessment.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Mayor Richard Clapp |
  • March 18, 2010
My View

The City Commission says it will focus on the following activities for the next two years.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By David Conway |
  • August 22, 2017
City OKs U.S. 41 design changes

Despite city administration’s concerns, the Sarasota City Commission unanimously approved adding a third northbound lane on U.S. 41 at Gulfstream Avenue.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • July 23, 2020
Booker VPA seeks $22 million renovation

The $22.5 million upgrade would add a mezzanine, classroom space, a larger lobby and a black box theater.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • May 30, 2017
Theater review: 'The Remnant'

'The Remnant' offers a cure for Vietnam War amnesia.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Sen. Jeff Brandes, Florida District 24 | Guest Contributor |
  • May 18, 2022
Marketplace of Ideas: A call for courage

When Florida lawmakers convene on property insurance, they will confront the biggest economic challenge in state history. They need to change the incentives to a market of free enterprise and competition that benefits consumers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 30, 2020
May we quote you? The Sarasota Observer news quiz

See what kind of 2020 newshound you were. Like you had somewhere better to go or something better to do.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Lainee Jennings |
  • October 9, 2010
Southeast shuts out Pirates

The Seminoles controlled the line of scrimmage on both sides of the ball as they beat Braden River 31-0.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 13, 2012
Letters to the Editor

The Observer editorials have changed my opinion; Tips for safe holiday shopping

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • October 30, 2014
Kayak site becomes launch pad for erosion issues

Small kayak launch sites such as the ones on Vamo Drive and Wharf Road are gaining in popularity - and problems.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • November 5, 2014
Business owner maintains workforce military roots

Veteran business owner Kevin Henault finds his best employees in former military men and women.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Siesta Key Oyster Bar |
  • August 22, 2024
Sunday Funday! New SKOB Brunch Is Egg-cellent

Siesta Key Oyster Bar Chef Devon’s rolls out a brand new brunch menu every Sunday 9am to 11:30am.

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