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Results for: Playvital Discount Code "AVA10" Get 10% Off On All Products!

  • By Eric Snider |
  • August 17, 2023
This home collection of jukeboxes is a museum-worthy experience

When a jukebox in a store window caught Vickie Compton’s eye, she had to have it. That led to four decades of collecting and restoring them with her husband, Rodger.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 9, 2012
New College president to retire

Dr. Gordon 'Mike' Michalson says he hopes to spend more time with his family after he retires from the school in July.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 29, 2019
Familiar Faces: Tracey McCammack

Tracey McCammack has been catering Black Tie events at Michael’s On East for more than 20 years.

  • Black Tie
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 9, 2009
Our View

Undermanned? Under siege?

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 5, 2015
City pension reform can’t wait

You have seen many times in these pages that the city of Sarasota has more than $150 million in unfunded liabilities in the city-employee pension systems.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • August 6, 2015
City pension reform can’t wait

You have seen many times in these pages that the city of Sarasota has more than $150 million in unfunded liabilities in the city-employee pension systems. 

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • September 20, 2022
Manatee County borrows money to move up infrastructure projects

The County Commission will borrow $232 million to accelerate 19 infrastructure projects, including nine in East County, with the $1.2 billion Capital Improvement Plan.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 1, 2023
Lakewood Ranch Avian Club spreads its wings

The organization, which originally specialized in domestic birds, has now extended its focus to wild birds.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • August 12, 2009
Profiles of Summer: Paint by Nostalgia

Sarasota artist Joseph Patrick Arnegger lets his Long Island childhood mix his palette.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • July 22, 2024
Rainbow bridge for pets proposed in Greenbrook Adventure Park

The footbridge would be a place of comfort for grieving pet owners.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Emily Leinfuss |
  • November 21, 2024
Lemur Conservation Foundation provides oasis for an endangered species

The Lemur Conservation Foundation has been protecting and conserving lemurs — among the most primitive of primates — for nearly 30 years.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • September 24, 2021
Angela Mali teaches yoga at Bayfront Park

Mali's classes are donation-based and relaxed enough for anyone to join.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • September 2, 2020
Hope thrives on horseback for East County resident

After stroke, East County senior takes SMART approach to horseback riding.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 26, 2024
Sarasota author stirs up his own personal 'mob'

Mike Sisti's innovative way of collaborative writing has lead to more than 550 followers.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • November 2, 2024
St. Regis opens a new wealth of possibilities for Longboat Key

After a decade of twists and turns, the St. Regis Longboat Key introduces a different level of luxury for the island — with a nod to the noted property that preceded it.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 28, 2011
Our View: Start with a blank sheet

In adversity, there is opportunity.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By David Conway |
  • November 19, 2020
Arlington Park developer withdraws project

After expressing opposition to the Arlington Commons proposal, residents hope new plans will be more in line with their desires.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jessica Luck |
  • June 9, 2011
Technology and Innovation winner: Anexio

Anexio received the Technology and Innovation award at the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce's 2011 Frank G. Berlin Senior Small Business of the Year Awards.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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