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  • By Liz Ramos |
  • September 18, 2019
Braden River Elementary School students stuck on learning

Braden River Elementary School students tape principal, assistant principal to wall

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 17, 2010
A time for leadership

We print the cogent messages of two letters to the editor regarding the Longboat Key Club and Resort's renovation-and-expansion project hearing.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • October 15, 2024
ACE Hardware on Longboat Key throws barbecue after Helene

Reed and Ginny Savidge hope to bring camaraderie and free food to all those struggling on Longboat after two hurricanes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • August 23, 2022
Deal to sell Mira Mar is off, but plans to demolish it are not

The Mira Mar building in downtown Sarasota, plagued with safety concerns, won’t be sold to local developer who was looking to build condos in its place.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • September 27, 2018
Officials, residents discuss city-neighborhood relations

The city seeks to cultivate a partnership with neighborhood associations. How much sway do these groups have among officials — and within their communities?

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 7, 2009
Freshmen trio propels Pirate team

Madison Daunt, Bridget Lanier and Kristie Affolter have been pegged to lead this year's Braden River girls cross country team.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • October 26, 2016
Columbia President Richard Gonzmart reveals $4M plans for Longboat Key eatery

Plans call for spending up to $4 million to build a new restaurant at the location.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 21, 2013
Circle improvements on hold pending vote landowners' extension decision

St. Armands Key property owners must return ballots regarding an extension of the St. Armands Business Improvement District by Sept. 16 to Sarasota City Hall.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 18, 2021
East Bradenton high school bands prepare for state competition

Braden River, Lakewood Ranch and Parrish Community high school bands work to perfect their routines before the state competition.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 23, 2023
Two affordable apartment buildings headed for Tamiami Trail

Sarasota's Development Review Committee is working with developers planning 132 affordable housing units.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • January 25, 2019
Ringling president casts doubt on Longboat Arts Center fundraising

There is no donor excitement for theater

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 30, 2016
Cops Corner: Sarasota 06.30.16

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 28, 2014
Road privatization effort gains traction

Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club communities seek to have more security and complete control over their streets and gates.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 15, 2012
Get to the beach in time to park ...

Margot Sermet, a long-time Siesta resident, called recently to emphasize just how busy the Siesta Public Beach has been so far this season - and March's traffic count is expected to be even higher.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 30, 2012
Pirate scores on national stage

Braden River High sophomore forward Kayla Gray was selected to play for the Jamaican U17 women's team in the World Cup qualifier May 2 to May 6, in Guatemala City.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 10, 2022
Manatee County Commission, At-Large: Jason Bearden

Meet the candidate.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • April 17, 2015
UPDATE: School district considers new 2015-2016 calendar

After much community feedback, Manatee County students may return to school on Aug. 24, rather than Aug. 10

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 24, 2015
Fire contract negotiations heat up

Both the town of Longboat Key and its fire rescue union have agreed to look at wages and pension contribution modifications as part of a new three-year contract.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • May 1, 2024
First sea turtle nest of 2024 recorded in Sarasota County

The sea turtle nesting season officially begins May 1, which also marks the start to Longboat Key's sea turtle ordinances.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 25, 2022
New restaurants on Longboat Key focus on fresh ingredients

Hugo II has been serving guests since April. LaVilla Mexican Restaurant will open its doors on Saturday.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
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