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  • By Liz Ramos |
  • September 21, 2021
McNeal Elementary students collect donations for Afghan refugees

McNeal Elementary students work together to collect blankets, stuffed animals and clothing for Afghan refugees.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 9, 2022
Sarasota High boys swim team captures third-consecutive team title at FHSAA state meet

The Sailors collected three individual gold medals on their way to their third title in a row.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • 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 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 Jen Blanco |
  • February 17, 2010
SPORTS BRIEFS: 02.18.10

The Braden River and Lakewood Ranch High boys basketball teams saw their seasons come to a disappointing end in the Class 4A-District 10 semifinals Feb. 10.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • 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 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 Robin Hartill |
  • May 26, 2010
Business Observer

Isabelle's Restaurant closes after five months; SCVB announces winners of Tourism Week awards; Longboat Key resident buys Island Discount Tackle

  • Longboat Key
  • 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 Observer Staff |
  • April 19, 2012
News Briefs

Sarasota Memorial named a Top 100 hospital; Special Olympics Torch Run

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • 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 Observer Staff |
  • July 20, 2011
Our View: District needs finance help

Manatee schools may need a financial intervention.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • 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
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