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

  • By Eric Garwood |
  • July 25, 2025
Sarasota man charged in two robberies of the same branch

USF Credit Union was robbed in June and July. The suspect lived a block away.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 24, 2011
Town will seek beach bond validation

The Longboat Key Town Commission gave Town Manager Bruce St. Denis direction on how to fix a beach bond referendum requiring validation after a town clerk publication error.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Rod Thomson |
  • October 8, 2009
My View

A radical, new homeless formula

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 20, 2019
Baranciks leave a legacy of love in the Sarasota area

Philanthropic couple made a mark with their personalities and generosity.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 6, 2022
Sarasota County OKs sharing costs for New Pass study

A partnership with WCIND will examine shoaling in preparation for a possible dredging project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 20, 2019
Longboat Key Cops Corner: No burglars here, just us

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Eric Snider |
  • November 18, 2025
This Lakewood Rancher has found success. Now he helps others do the same.

Grew up poor in a faltering communist country. Bullied in school. Served in combat zones as a U.S. Marine. Sold copiers. Eric Konovalov has done all that — and a lot more.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 21, 2012
Whitney Beach overlay amendment adopted

The Longboat Key Town Commission adopted a Comprehensive Plan amendment that allows for an overlay.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • November 24, 2010
Thankful Thoughts

The Sarasota Observer caught up with second-graders at Ashton Elementary School to find out what they're most thankful for, why we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday and what their favorite turkey-day foods are.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 11, 2012
News Briefs

SKA expands online offerings for members; Santa gets a new ride; Board to consider expanding commission

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 11, 2018
Longboat Task Force plans red tide presentation at weekend meeting

Group hopes to get ball rolling on a coordinated effort against the outbreaks.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 7, 2024
Are Manatee County commissioners really interested in the environment?

Crooked River Ranch acquisition is a step in the right direction for the county.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 5, 2011
7 in 11: Susan Landau

The self-proclaimed foodie plans to spice things up with a new event this season.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Snider |
  • May 19, 2022
Raising puppies for Southeastern Guide Dogs is serious business

The Lakewood Ranch Puppy Raisers group lays the groundwork for a dog’s transition into more advanced guide dog training at Southeastern Guide Dogs.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Kourtney Kalahar |
  • September 8, 2014
That Fit Girl: Four common fitness fallacies debunked

That Fit Girl: Four common fitness fallacies debunked

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By June LeBell |
  • November 24, 2009
Music review: High Definition opera vs. live and in-person performances

Peter Gelb, the inspired and inspirational general manager of the Metropolitan Opera, really started something, when, a couple of years ago, he decided to send, via high-definition satellite transmission, live performances of operas from the Metropolitan Opera House, in New York City, to movie theaters around America.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 3, 2012
Developers want an end to interchange

Two years after the County Commission voted down an interchange concept, the plan is still on the table. The commission has urged faster staff response.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 15, 2023
Planning at Premier Park in Lakewood Ranch progresses slowly

Manatee District 5 Commissioner Ray Turner said he would like county staff to "step on the gas" in building the Premier Park aquatics and racket center.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 9, 2011
Collegiate players take center court

Lakewood Athletic Center will host the 2011 Intercollegiate Dick Vitale Clay Court Classic Nov. 11-13.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 4, 2018
Cops Corner: The fax machine has something to say

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
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