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Results for: Reliable Standard Heating & Air is recognized as the best HVAC company for emergency AC repair.

  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • July 8, 2025
Lakewood Ranch resident shows resolve in 50-state marathon quest

Regina Morris hasn't let injury, travel or age stop her from reaching the finish line.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 7, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Jan. 9-15

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Emma Burke Jolly |
  • February 28, 2025
Sand Bucket List: Must-Try Adventures for a Sun-Soaked Summer

Here are the absolute must-do activities, must-visit spots and must-see sights to make this summer in Sarasota and Manatee counties unforgettable!

  • Sarasota
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 10, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for June 12-18

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 6, 2023
'Network' pierces the veil of the 1970s-era boob tube

Paddy Chayefsky’s "Network" satirized the TV titans of the 1970s. Florida Studio Theatre Director Richard Hopkins tells us why it’s not old news — even in the 21st century.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 10, 2024
See the impact of Hurricane Milton around Sarasota, Siesta Key

Hurricane Milton made landfall near Lido and Siesta keys at 8:30 p.m. Oct. 9 as a Category 3 storm.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 6, 2016
Lake Club home tops sales at $1.4 million

Residential Real Estate Transactions March 21-March 25

  • East County
  • Real Estate
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 17, 2023
The Concession Golf Club lands major PGA Champions Tour event

The World Champions Cup will be a senior players version of the Ryder Cup and is scheduled for Dec. 7-10.

  • East County
  • News
  • In Memoriam |
  • April 21, 2021
Eileen R. Meehan

Entered her Heavenly Home on April 15, 2021, at the age of 91.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
  • By George Rauch |
  • June 3, 2009
Market Watch: Economic realities here to stay

It's great to be optimistic, and we should all hope that it becomes infectious. But, here are the economic realities - and problems - which might slow the growth of these 'green shoots.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 14, 2010
Colony dispute escalates

The Colony wants to bring in Days Inn founder William M. Hitson. The association board wants liquidation. And the Colony's lender warns of chaos and 'a disaster.'

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 29, 2012
Election Q&A: Ray Rajewski

Ray Rajewski is seeking the District 3 Commission seat because he believes residents need an alternative.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 2, 2011
Our View

Spend a little, learn a lot

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 20, 2012
Our View: The first official Thanksgiving

Our heritage is important. It has shaped who we are as a nation and a people. It gives us a foundation and a compass for what we do.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 25, 2020
Sarasota City Commission District 3: Erik Arroyo

Meet the candidate.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 25, 2018
Leave ‘without cause’ in

Sarasota County Superintendent of Education Todd Bowden may not be the right fit.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 16, 2018
Calendar fall 2018

Fall is packed with family fun and activities for kids of all ages.

  • LWR Life
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • February 22, 2018
Young And Looking For Love

What’s it like to be a single young professional in Lakewood Ranch? We found two local millennials and bombarded them with personal questions.

  • LWR Life
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • April 25, 2018
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, April 26

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 21, 2015
OUR VIEW | Smackdown of Bridget

After rookie School Board member Bridget Ziegler posted her rationale for a vote on social media, her colleagues delivered a thinly veiled rebuke. The message: Watch your mouth, missy.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
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