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  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • March 18, 2025
6 Manatee County commissioners face lawsuit

The lawsuit claims Bradenton Times Publisher Joe McClash used his outlet to influence election in his favor.

  • East County
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  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 12, 2026
Airport cites incentives, lower costs to airlines as key to explosive growth

The cost of doing business for airlines is significantly lower at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport than others in the region, a key contributor to its rapid growth.

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  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 23, 2023
Lakewood Ranch High girls golfers say the future is now

The Mustangs look like a state title contender even though they are relying on inexperienced players.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 23, 2013
Our View: Save the Hilton

Another 5.0 tremor for Longboat Key: The Longboat Key Hilton Beachfront Resort is on the edge of no longer being a Hilton!

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 14, 2021
Winter guards earn medals in east Bradenton

Lakewood Ranch and Braden River high schools win awards at Federation of Colorguards Circuit State Championships.

  • East County
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 29, 2014
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 26, 2016
UPDATE: Lakewood Ranch High School administration calls off lockdown

The school received an anonymous threat over the phone this morning.

  • East County
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  • By David Conway |
  • September 28, 2017
STOP hopes to capitalize on citywide growth concerns

A year after forming, the citizen activist group STOP has influenced civic conversations and put allies in powerful positions. Will policy gains follow?

  • Sarasota
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  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • March 11, 2015
Veteran cooks up success after culinary program

Success is sweet for U.S. Army veteran Jason Jenkins, who has his first full-time culinary role after completing the Vets 2 Chefs program.

  • East County
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  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • June 15, 2022
Dream Weaver closing after 32 years on St. Armands Circle

You might associate Joan Morgan with high-end clothing. But now she's looking forward to living off the land.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 8, 2014
It's Read Everywhere

Voting is now open for the 2014 “It’s Read Everywhere” contest. Visit YourObserver.com/itsreadeverywhere to vote for your favorite entries. One winner will receive two travel certificates, good for travel from SRQ Airport.

  • East County
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  • By Robin Punsalan |
  • February 25, 2013
Post-Oscars musings: on underdogs, the buzz and the pageantry machine

Post-Oscars musings: on underdogs, the buzz and the pageantry machine

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 18, 2018
Prominent restaurant undergoes significant renovation

A mainstay restaurant in Southside Village, Libby’s Café & Bar, is getting a major renovation this summer — kicking off a revival of the decade-old brand. Owners plan to re-introduce Libby’s Café & Bar by October.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 27, 2009
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  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 28, 2013
Tornadoes defense stands tall

The Booker High football team forced two turnovers and blocked an extra point attempt to hold on and beat Braden River 20-18 in non-district action Sept. 27.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 16, 2020
Sarasota athletes get their competitive sides flowing with video games

Does getting virtual victories make up for a lack of real sports?

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Scott Lockwood |
  • November 23, 2021
Lakewood Ranch area musicians tune up for holiday performances

A group of musicians gathered for their monthly jam session at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • February 21, 2020
Longboat's Royal Rummage sale draws closer

The massive fundraiser offers shopping galore for Longboat Key residents and guests.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 13, 2010
Newcomers express frustration with town

Mayor Lee Rothenberg defended decisions made at Town Hall and said his opponents don't understand the workings of the island's government at Monday's debate.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 13, 2010
Newcomers express frustration with town

Mayor Lee Rothenberg defended decisions made at Town Hall and said his opponents don't understand the workings of the island's government at Monday's debate.

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