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Results for: PU Prime 100% Working Referral Code "SAVE10" Reduce Trading Fees by 10% Forever

  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 20, 2023
Debate ends with a traffic light at Lorraine Road, Players Drive

The Manatee County Commission voted 7-0 on Nov. 14 to move away from a roundabout and to build a traffic light instead.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • April 26, 2022
This Week in A+E: April 28 to May 4

Ballet and dance take center stage in Sarasota this week, and there will also be heaping helpings of top notch musical theater on the menu.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 4, 2018
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Jan. 11

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 9, 2015
Learning polo ... can horses stick to it?

Trainer specializes in converting thoroughbreds so they excel at a new sport.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 29, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 31-Aug. 6

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 31-Aug. 6

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • September 6, 2025
LWR Conversational Spanish breaks down language barriers

LWR Conversational Spanish is led by Lakewood Ranch's Montse Florensa, who has Spanish roots in Cuba, Puerto Rico and Spain.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 7, 2024
City Island attraction park proposal merits further study

Divided over a public-private partnership proposal to activate Ken Thompson Park, commissioners voted 3-2 to allow further evaluation of Ride Entertainment's project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • January 2, 2013
Through the Trees

A bold couple seeks success with a new entry in an old industry: Florida amusement and recreation. It's a good thing they aren't afraid of heights.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • September 29, 2021
Hey Joe & Nancy: Tell us, what’s your vision for us?

We know they want us all bowing to their coercive laws that confiscate people’s wealth and make Americans dependent on them. But in the end, how will that make America stronger?

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By David Conway |
  • October 11, 2019
Selby garage proposal remains central point of contention

Sarasota residents and officials point to proposed 486-space structure, with a restaurant on top, as the main discussion focus.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • August 6, 2009
Mystery Man

Few Sarasota business leaders, residents or city employees know much about City Manager Bob Bartolotta.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • In Memoriam |
  • December 23, 2020
Ian Willis

Ian Willis, 86, passed away on December 18, 2020 at his home on Longboat Key, Florida after a long illness.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 5, 2009
Trainer focuses on kids' health

Heather Hackett spent most of her childhood overweight. Now she is hoping to help kids avoid a similar fate through her business, I Train Your Kids.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 17, 2009
Mustangs receive collegiate coaching

Ohio State University wrestling coach Tom Ryan conducted a two-day mini camp for the Lakewood High wresting team June 11-12.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 24, 2010
Cops Corner 03.25.10

Dispatch reportedly broadcast via radio a BOLO for a white Jeep Cherokee with several passengers in it. The occupants were smoking what appeared to be illegal drugs from a crushed can.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 21, 2010
Cops Corner 07.22.10

The victim had employed the suspect for the past 16 months as a vet tech for the clinic. During that time, the suspect was responsible for maintaining and ordering the medication for the animals. The suspect's performance became poor, and he seemed to be under the influence of drugs while at work.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 29, 2010
Cops Corner 07.29.10

A man in a fast-food restaurant drive-thru paid for his order with a $50 bill. He received $42.87 in change. The man drove around the building and pulled into the drive-thru again to order a couple of more hamburgers. Again, he pulled out a $50 bill to pay, but the employee said she didn't have enough change and asked if he had any smaller bills. He said he didn't, and she replied that she had just given him $42.87 in change a few seconds ago.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 5, 2010
Ranch honors scholar athletes

Lakewood Ranch High School recognized 294 athletes with a 3.0 GPA or above during its Scholar Athletic Awards Ceremony April 29.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • July 12, 2012
Brides Across America outfits military brides with free wedding gowns

For couples with one or both members in the military, tying the knot can be an even more complicated and stressful process than usual.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • August 22, 2012
Scene & Heard

Eighth-grader donates bar mitzvah money; Here's a Little more news; Calling all singers, actors and dancers; Hitting the pavement

  • Arts + Culture
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