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By Observer Staff |
October 29, 2009

County: Remember to reset irrigation timers this weekend

When setting clocks back one hour this weekend, Manatee County Water Conservation Program and Southwest Florida Water Management District remind utility customers to properly set irrigation system timers to avoid a water restriction citation.

East County
News

By Jen Blanco |
November 25, 2009

Athlete of the Week: Wendi Golden

The Observer spotlights Lakewood Ranch High girls golf coach Wendi Golden.

East County
Sports

By Dora Walters |
December 9, 2009

Island Chapel helps seniors age in paradise

The Longboat Island Chapel plans to open a 6,000-square-foot Aging in Paradise Resource Center.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Pam Nadon |
August 20, 2009

Film Review: 'In the loop'

Political satires are a tough sell on the big screen. Films such as 'Wag the Dog' and 'Primary Colors' never came close to the genius that fueled Stanley Kubrick's 'Dr. Strangelove' in 1964. But writer/director Armando Iannucci's first feature film, 'In the Loop,' is on the right track because it watches Washington spin and sell the insanities of war.

Arts + Culture

By Pam Nadon |
January 20, 2010

Film Review: 'A Single Man'

Every so often a career-defining performance by an actor is an unforgettable experience. Think Dustin Hoffman in 'The Graduate' or Robert De Niro in 'Taxi Driver.' In the new film, 'A Single Man,' think Colin Firth.

Arts + Culture

By Kurt Schultheis |
May 20, 2009

Park project has many hurdles

A new Bayfront Park that includes plans for a 15,000-square-foot building will require a lot of behind-the-scenes work from town staff before the project can begin.

Longboat Key
News

By Jen Blanco |
July 8, 2009

Braden River builds foundation for future

The Braden River High School coaching staff is hosting its first Freshman Athletic Foundations Camp this month.

East County
Sports

By Kurt Schultheis |
April 25, 2010

Contractors see Colony differently

One inspector says the buildings are in 'sound shape'; the other says he saw mold and fungi.

Longboat Key
News

By Robin Roy |
August 19, 2010

Police panel concerns remain unresolved

A meeting between Police Advisory Panel members, police department commanders and City Hall leaders did not resolve the city's objections to some of the panel's recommendations.

Sarasota
News

By Kurt Schultheis |
June 23, 2010

Town requests input for Bay Isles Road sign

The Town Commission wants business owners to provide input before it places names on its Bay Isles Road wayfinding sign.

Longboat Key
News

By Kurt Schultheis |
April 28, 2010

Colony contractors disagree

One inspector says the buildings are in 'sound shape'; the other says he saw mold and fungi.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
August 8, 2012

Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

East County
Cops Corner

By Dora Walters |
May 9, 2012

Katherine Alexandra takes on role as music director

Russian-born Katherine Alexandra is a talented vocalist; she has won numerous honors as a concert pianist.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By June LeBell |
January 25, 2012

Music Review: The Royal Philharmonic and Pinchas Zukerman

The Sarasota Concert Association recently presented the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at the Van Wezel in a program of favorites by Beethoven and Sir Edward Elgar conducted and played by Pinchas Zukerman.

Arts + Culture

By Kurt Schultheis |
October 13, 2010

McClash dredges up Longboat Pass issue

The Town Commission believes allowing the Longboat Pass channel to drift closer to the Key will have detrimental effects on the island's north end.

Longboat Key
News

By Mallory Gnaegy and Nick Friedman |
February 9, 2012

Observer readers share their stories of true love

Turn on the Tony Bennett and pop open the rose-colored champagne. For this Valentine's Day, we asked readers to send in their love stories and letters. Apparently, Cupid has been busy over the years shooting his arrows in unexpected places -- including the Internet. So, fall in love with these stories, which could give Nicholas Sparks some inspiration.

Sarasota
News

By Kurt Schultheis |
October 19, 2011

Former building official assesses Simpson

Former Longboat Key Building Official Randy Fowler, who resigned in June 2009 amid frustrations with the Planning, Zoning and Building Department and the management style of former Town Manager Bruce St. Denis, said he's not surprised that Planning, Zoning, and Building Director Monica Simpson was placed on administrative leave amid allegations of verbally abusing employees.