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By Jen Blanco |
August 19, 2009

Athlete of the Week: Stuart Fogleman

The Observer spotlights East County golfer Stuart Fogleman.

East County
Sports

By Jen Blanco |
May 27, 2009

GreyHawk mom uploads new Web site

Rachel Branson's site, freeinmanatee.com, offers visitors a calendar of free events, opportunities for deals and a listing of free or low-cost kids meals.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
August 28, 2013

Weather photo: Longboat Key

Do you love taking photos? We want your best photos of sunrises, sunsets, rainbows, etc.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Mark Gordon |
February 20, 2013

Forward Thinking: TLC Diversified

A gutsy move to maintain payroll in the core of the downturn has finally begun to show dividends for one entrepreneur.

Longboat Key
News

By Emma Burke Jolly |
February 9, 2025

A feast for the heart: Where to dine on Valentine’s Day

From buzzing bistros to a do-it-yourself dining activity, here are some of the perfect spots around Sarasota to celebrate romance.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By David Conway |
May 5, 2015

Development raises questions about attainable housing standards

The city of Sarasota is allowing a developer to move ahead with plans for a residential project near Laurel Park, but more discussion about affordable housing requirements remains. Also, the city makes a decision on a land swap with Ringling College.

Sarasota
News

In Memoriam |
September 2, 2022

Edward K. Christian

Edward K. Christian, 78, of Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan and Longboat Key, Florida, passed away peacefully on Friday August 19, 2022, after a short illness.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Marty Fugate |
October 25, 2019

'The Fantasticks' considers love’s illusions at The Players Centre

This reverse “Romeo and Juliet” is more than fantastic.

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

By Amelia Hanks |
October 3, 2018

Do math changes add up in Manatee County?

Some parents in The School District of Manatee County irked by new direction teaching math.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
May 9, 2012

Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Rachel Brown Hackney |
September 29, 2011

Siesta still leading the way

It seems Siesta Beach's No. 1 beach ranking is paying off.

Siesta Key
News

By Michael Saunders & Company |
March 24, 2020

Beach bound anyone?

East County
Real Estate

My View: Facts are in: Tax cuts raise revenue

There is a distinct pattern throughout American history: When tax rates are reduced, the economy's growth rate improves and living standards increase.

East County
Opinion

By Robin Roy |
April 1, 2011

The other Jackson Lab eyes Sarasota

APRIL FOOLS - With the world-renowned Jackson Lab possibly looking elsewhere to build its new genetics-research facility, Sarasota County has found another Jackson Lab to take its place, but its impact will be much different.

Sarasota
News

By Kurt Schultheis |
April 1, 2011

ELECTION DEBACLE

APRIL FOOLS - Because all town elections from the last four years are invalid due to advertising errors, the Town Commission must hold an emergency special election to re-vote for all commissioners.