"Improving Mental Clarity for Adults"

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By Pam Eubanks |
November 6, 2013

New director builds on roots

Longtime board member Susannah Cripe takes the helm at nonprofit Foundation for Dreams.

East County
News

By Molly Schechter |
November 6, 2013

Aerobic grandma: Can exercise protect your brain from aging?

Although long known to benefit your body, exercise may also protect and rejuvinate your mind, research suggests.

Sarasota
News

By Josh Siegel |
January 29, 2014

Students build libraries at county parks

Tom Bennett and Greenbrook parks contain fodder for reading, thanks to Nolan Middle School students.

East County
News

By Liz Ramos |
January 24, 2022

Braden River Library expansion offers new opportunities in east Bradenton

The library's new Makerspace, meeting room and three study rooms help visitors explore their creative side.

East County
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
February 14, 2024

Lakewood Ranch Library fosters a culture around community

Tiffany Mautino shares why libraries remain relevant — and why they are key in the fight for intellectual freedom.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
July 18, 2024

Interest grows in dual language programming within Sarasota school district

Dreamers Academy helped introduce the learning model in Sarasota.

Sarasota
Schools

By Observer Staff |
December 3, 2025

Man asked female lifeguard to treat private area

A male beachgoer asked a female lifeguard to administer first aid to a jellyfish sting on an intimate region. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Ryan Kohn |
October 13, 2021

Prose and Kohn: Riveview volleyball coach returns to the bench as a mother

Nickie Halbert missed approximately three weeks after the birth of her son, Niko Alexander Cristiani

Sarasota
Sports

By Molly Schechter |
January 16, 2013

Social Studies: Lee Peterson

Lee Peterson's story could only have happened in Sarasota, where she moved with her husband, the late J. Robert Peterson, around 1993 ...

Arts + Culture

By Jen Blanco |
February 20, 2013

Area standout returns to dugout

Former Palmetto High and Manatee Community College infielder Erin Spivey aims to bring a championship mentality to Braden River in her first season at the helm.

East County
Sports

By Liz Ramos |
June 17, 2020

Fear of the unknown could lead to heightened anxiety

Lakewood Ranch psychiatrist shares tips to lessen anxiety as state continues to reopen.

Health

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 Niki Kottmann |
July 17, 2018

Asolo Conservatory's Dog Days Theatre returns with sizzling summer productions

In its second season, the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training's Dog Days Theatre company hopes to reel audiences in with two fun plays that aren’t too heavy for a hot Sarasota summer’s day.

Arts + Culture

By Ryan Kohn |
March 15, 2017

Sheriff's Office sergeant fights off mental fatigue to complete Dunes 100 ultramarathon

He completed the run in under 22 hours.

East County
Sports

By Suzanne Elliott |
October 18, 2018

Just go and do it

There are benefits and risks to running or walking

Health

By Eric Snider |
February 15, 2024

Parrots at Myakka nonprofit help veterans heal old wounds

Greg Para's special relationship with parrots helped him through a harrowing period in his life — and inspired him to form the Sarasota Parrot Conservatory.