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Results for: Reliable Standard Heating & Air is the best HVAC company in San Diego.

  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 16, 2023
To renovate or replace? Manatee County School District handcuffed by state

Even though Tara Elementary School could be replaced cheaper, the state says that renovation is the only option.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 17, 2023
New development in the works at former Kennel Club site

A plan to offer temporary off-site airport parking while a master plan is conceived met obstacles from Sarasota's Development Review Committee.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 1, 2025
Sarasota estimates $17 million remains in post-storms damage

According to a city report it will take two years and $17.4 million to repair hurricane damage and replace lost piers in Sarasota parks along the waterfront.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • February 9, 2026
New impact fee may replace land acquisition fees

The town of Longboat Key hopes to replace the land acquisition fee with one that would cost developers less and go toward upgrading existing parks and recreation facilities.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 10, 2024
Sarasota County Public Hospital Board, at-large Seat 3: George Davis

Meet the candidate.

  • Elections
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • March 19, 2025
Sarasota Ballet finally presents Sir Frederick Ashton's 'Romeo and Juliet'

The Florida premiere of the romantic, rarely seen ballet was delayed by the pandemic.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 18, 2009
The Dish on Pumpkin Pie

In The East County Observer's quest for the perfect pumpkin pie this Thanksgiving, we asked five of our community's top chefs to share their culinary tips.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 8, 2012
2011 Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key Citizen of the Year: Sue Wolverton

The Kiwanis Club honor wasn't on Sue Wolverton's bucket list. But the surprise award motivates her to do more of what she's always done: aim higher.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • January 25, 2021
Chiles Group moves L-shaped historic cottage

Crews moved the cottage down Palm Drive early in the morning on Jan. 21.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Scott Lockwood |
  • October 7, 2021
Garbage collection times returning back to normal

Waste Management has more success hiring new employees and staff illnesses are down.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • November 9, 2021
Longboat Key leaders to consider Verizon plans for nine cell poles

Town leaders will consider a plan to help improve cell service.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 15, 2022
Sarasota Police officer uninjured after shooting incident

The suspect was taken to the hospital following events in the 500 block of Beneva Road, police said.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • September 23, 2022
Sarasota County names new fire chief

After a nine-month search, retired Orange County Deputy Chief David Rathbun has been named new chief of the Sarasota County Fire Department.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 28, 2021
Cops Corner: Sarasota 1.28.20

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 9, 2009
Manatee planners to outline development goals

Manatee County Planning Department officials Tuesday will deliver a set of recommendations on the future of the development review process and the face of the community in unincorporated Manatee County.

  • East County
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 13, 2009
In Brief

Community News and Notes

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By June LeBell |
  • May 7, 2009
Sarasota Orchestra: Dvorak - Lost in America

The Sarasota Orchestra must be commended for its innovative programming and trendsetting initiative.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 13, 2012
Manatee County FCAT scores below state average

Manatee County public school students underperformed in reading and science portions of the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test, compared to other districts statewide.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • June 5, 2012
Observe this: Education department releases FCAT results

Observe this: Education department releases FCAT results

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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 22, 2011
Business Observer

Euphemia Haye unveils new tapas menu at The Haye Loft; David O'Keefe Studios celebrates new location on St. Armands Circle; Cannons Marina receives Marine Five Star Dealership Certification

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