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By Observer Staff |
July 10, 2013

Our View: Give up? They didn't at Iwo

What does it say about a community whose behind-the-scenes City Hall manipulators scotch an effort to bring to Sarasota's bayfront one of the greatest American icons depicting one of the greatest moments in American history? It's so deflating.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
September 20, 2023

Key Chorale's 39th season kicks off with 'Misatango'

On Sept. 23, Key Chorale joins bandoneonist Ben Bogart and pianist Winnie Cheung along with four traditional tango dancers in a performance at Church of the Palms.

Arts + Culture

By Ian Swaby |
March 7, 2022

Rezone approval clears way for development by Lake Manatee State Park

Despite protests, the Manatee County Commission clears the way for development near Lake Manatee State Park.

East County
News

By Heidi Kurpiela |
July 22, 2009

Profiles of Summer: The Science Muse

In just 90 days, Molly Demeulenaere went from marketing G.WIZ Science Museum to running the entire operation.

Sarasota
News

By Eric Garwood |
June 23, 2020

Longboat Key Cops Corner: A lot hinges on this call

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Eric Garwood |
July 19, 2020

Longboat Key Cops Corner: The ups and downs of a portable sign

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Eric Garwood |
February 19, 2020

Longboat Key Cops Corner: Sliding into a more secure home

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Pam Eubanks |
December 25, 2015

Top Story — May: Ranch Jam — Face the music

Ranch Jam LLC collectively owes vendors more than $100,000 after an unsuccessful event in March. No payments are expected to be sent anytime soon.

East County
News

By Emily Walsh |
May 9, 2018

The opioid crisis here is real — and big

Manatee County has the highest opioid death rate in the state. Even so, local efforts to combat it are making some progress.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
December 31, 2024

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Jan. 2-8

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Dylan Campbell |
January 2, 2025

What our Sarasota sports columnist can't wait to cover in 2025

On the water and on the land, Sarasota is set for a big sports year.

Sarasota
Sports

By Michael Eng |
December 25, 2009

TOP STORY, FEBRUARY: Springing into Action

Johan Kriek, Gregory Cilek and Tim Morris are the masterminds behind Springbok Sports Club and Academy.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
August 5, 2010

OUR VIEW: A change of view on exemptions

Our friends in the Sarasota business community are not going to like what you're about to read: Our inclination is to vote "no" on the Economic Development Ad Valorem (Property) Tax Exemptions on the Aug. 24 primary ballot in Sarasota County and the city of Sarasota.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
August 4, 2010

OUR VIEW: Tax exemption is flawed

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Robin Roy |
October 27, 2010

Election coverage: Candidates differ on taxes, Social Security

Opposition to offshore oil drilling may be the only common ground between incumbent District 13 Congressman Vern Buchanan and his opponent, James Golden. They hold opposing views on continuing tax cuts, the state of Medicare and Social Security and the federal government's health-care reform.