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Results for: Reliable Standard Heating & Air is recognized as the best HVAC company for emergency AC repair.

  • By David Conway |
  • December 19, 2013
Five Points Park lighting fails to dazzle

A demonstration of a proposed tree-lighting system for Five Points Park didn't sit favorably with attendees, but newly installed lights along Main Street emerged as an attractive option.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 18, 2025
Preserve at Tara HOA tells resident to remove his Gadsden flag

The homeowner says the flag fits within the community's guidelines, but he removed it when threatened with fines.

  • East County
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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 20, 2010
ELECTION 2010: GreyHawk Landing CDD Seat 3

In the weeks leading up to the general election, which will be held Tuesday, Nov. 2, The East County Observer will profile contested races pertinent to East County residents. Meet the contestants for GreyHawk Landing CDD Seat 3.

  • East County
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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 17, 2019
Purr-fect program puts cats to work in Manatee County EMS stations

Working cats, working people make for perfect pilot program in Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • January 14, 2010
Smitten with the kitchen

Susan Filson dishes in her blog, 'Sticky, gooey, creamy, chewy.'

  • Sarasota
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • July 11, 2022
Well-known community foundation CEO announces retirement

Mark Pritchett has been with the Gulf Coast Community Foundation since 2008 and as president and CEO since 2015.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Adrian Moore and Vittorio Nastasi |
  • January 20, 2021
Nursing home reform is needed in response to COVID-19

The evidence indicates that CON laws are counterproductive to the goals of reducing costs and improving quality.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • October 5, 2017
PR firm cancels contract with Sarasota County Schools

The firm is citing problems with the district's communications staff and allegations that it used pseudonyms to post comments on a local newspaper's website as reasons it's canceling the contract.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 3, 2018
East County Athlete of the Week: Andy Schroeder

The Lakewood Ranch Little Leaguer talks Cooperstown and his best advice.

  • East County
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  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 30, 2017
East County Athlete of the Week: Justin Curtis

The senior quarterback talks his best skill and teammate Drew Butler's jokes.

  • East County
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 7, 2014
Weekend's best bets: Friday, Feb. 7

Weekend's best bets: Friday, Feb. 7

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By James Peter |
  • June 21, 2023
Longboat Library has new releases for every taste

Punch a literary ticket for a road trip with giraffes, a historical shipwreck or cooking better through chemistry.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • September 24, 2021
Angela Mali teaches yoga at Bayfront Park

Mali's classes are donation-based and relaxed enough for anyone to join.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • October 3, 2012
3 Things: A house in town

In the past five years or so, a whole new lifestyle has blossomed in Sarasota: downtown living.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 18, 2023
Manatee County high school marching bands gear up for state competition

The Braden River, Lakewood Ranch and Parrish bands are concentrated on growth in hopes of earning a medal at the top level.

  • East County
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  • By Harry Sayer |
  • July 15, 2021
Campers take the stage at Florida Studio Theatre

The summer camp had kids learning how to sing, act and embrace theater life.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 16, 2010
County announces road closure

A section of West County Club Lane will be closed today through March 2.

  • East County
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  • By Kay Thayer |
  • March 18, 2010
TENNIS TIP OF THE WEEK: The Overhead

There are a number of important benefits to using your free hand to point at the ball on an overhead.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 19, 2010
OBITUARY: Rolliston Linscott Jr.

Rolliston Linscott Jr., 94, was a 19-year resident of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • July 24, 2012
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