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Results for: Betterpic AI Promo Code AVA Get Up To 90% Off On All Plans

  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 12, 2024
Local political races would pump up the ratings

Manatee County races should raise voter interest.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 23, 2023
New fire station rated for major hurricane approved for Myakka City

Willis Smith will start construction on the new station in November.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • June 22, 2022
Circus redefines peak of human strength and dexterity

The Summer Circus Spectacular lives up to its billing with incredible feats of coordination, skill and power.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • December 1, 2010
Bay Haven students bask in 'holiday splendor'

Meet some of the voices behind this week's holiday concert at the Ringling Museum.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • December 18, 2019
Sailor Circus' holiday show presents '12 Days' of derring do

Brand new winter program turns Christmas classic on its head

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • June 7, 2016
Residents question Benderson’s revised Siesta Promenade plans

Revised plans for the Stickney Point Road property include 600 residential units — which has community members concerned about the project’s impact on traffic.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Verinder |
  • June 3, 2021
My View: Make the right call on getting a vaccine

Everyone who can should step up and help protect themselves, their families and the community.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • January 9, 2024
Observer Challenge to bring weekend of island camaraderie

Longboat Key Tennis Center will host the annual tournament that's all about teamwork Jan. 19-21.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 11, 2011
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Brianna Maxa

Braden River senior Brianna Maxa hit a RBI triple with two outs in the top of the 11th inning, propelling the Lady Pirates to a 1-0 victory over Barron Collier in the Class 4A-Region 3 finals May 3.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 12, 2010
MAN ON THE STREET: Daylight Saving Time

Members and employees of the Lakewood Ranch YMCA discuss their difficult experiences with Daylight Saving Time.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • January 20, 2021
Lakewood Ranch pig problems left to neighborhoods, local trappers

Newly hired trapper explains his efforts to reduce Lakewood Ranch's pig population

  • East County
  • News
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • February 16, 2012
Fee dispute to delay spoil islands project

The effort to restore part of Palmer Point Park, on the north end of Casey Key, has been put on hold because of a fee dispute with the contractor.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • November 12, 2018
Plans set for 2019 overhaul of Longboat Pass Bridge

The bridge is considered obsolete.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By April Doner |
  • June 11, 2012
Open mics: growing and connecting local talent

Open mics: growing and connecting local talent

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 18, 2016
Growth in Manatee County sparks need for firefighters

MTC Fire Science Academy steps up to the challenge.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • May 13, 2015
TWIS Asks: Wade Gasque, director of 'Tiger Orange'

TWIS Asks: Wade Gasque, director of 'Tiger Orange'

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 18, 2009
Letters to the Editor 11.19.09

Readers sound off on health care reform and Braden River Elementary's recent candy drive.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 29, 2012
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By June LeBell |
  • October 5, 2016
What's Ahead? A look at Sarasota's upcoming music season

Sarasota's 2016-2017 music season is one filled with firsts.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) |
  • September 23, 2024
FPL Debuts New Tool in Suite of Resources to Help Customers Save

Read these tips to save on some of the biggest home energy drivers.

  • Sarasota
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