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  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • July 26, 2024
Manatee County Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge seeks at-large seat

Currently the District 3 commissioner, Van Ostenbridge is introducing himself now to all the county's voters.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 29, 2023
Bobby Jones restoration reaches last major milestone

Sprigging the greens at the city-owned golf course means rebuilding the Donald Ross design is nearing completion.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • June 11, 2024
Need a beach read? Longboat Library has you covered with 6 picks

From hurricane tales to a Longboat Key murder mystery, library volunteers recommend Florida-flavored books you won't be able to put down.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 14, 2011
Pelican Press going back to its roots

This edition of the Pelican Press marks the completed transition of the Pelican Press' ownership from Milwaukee-based Journal Community Publishing Group to our company, The Observer Group Inc., locally owned and publisher of the Sarasota Observer, Longboat Observer, East County Observer and Gulf Coast Business Review and the Palm Coast Observer on the east coast of Florida.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • May 18, 2017
Welcome, commissioners

New Commissioners Hagen Brody and Jennifer Ahearn-Koch say it’s difficult to determine a top priority. They should read Tom Barwin’s 2016 budget letter. That will sober them up quickly.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • June 19, 2013
Sarasota Orchestra has Anu director

Estonian Anu Tali, who co-founded the Nordic Symphony Orchestra, will become the music director of Sarasota Orchestra for at least three seasons.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • February 26, 2025
Double turn-lane trouble

Construction on the much-discussed left-turn lanes for the south Gulf of Mexico Drive is finally beginning (at the wrong time). But much to the chagrin of residents, the designs were a surprise — and not a pleasant one.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 2, 2011
COMMUNITY SPORTS TIPS: The five most common mistakes in tennis

This week, Longboat Key Club and Resort Director of Tennis John Woods shares the five most common mistakes in tennis.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • January 12, 2011
Scene & Heard

Former Sarasota ballerina's star rises in Houston Ballet; The HuB Cup runneth over with Hollywood glamour; and Glitz up your weekend at the Five-Star Ball.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • April 6, 2011
FILM REVIEW: 'The Jonestown Defense'

"The Jonestown Defense" is being screened at this year's Sarasota Film Festival is. The film, shot entirely on location in Sarasota, is a visual rush, especially for locals.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • July 2, 2013
State approves Manatee's financial recovery plan

The Florida Department of Education approved a Manatee County School District plan to meet the state-required 3% fund balance by June 20, 2014 - a decision that prevents state takeover.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • June 17, 2010
Sarasota Small Business of the Year Awards: Elise Lipoff

Young Professional of the Year -- Finalist

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 19, 2018
High-scoring upperclassmen lead Thunder girls soccer team

The ODA senior midfielder and junior forward have been on a tear this season

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By David Conway |
  • March 16, 2017
City, county team up on traffic-timing project

The city and county are spending $1.8 million on an effort to coordinate traffic signals, a project officials hope will pay off by early 2018.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 27, 2013
Two arrested for East County vehicle burglaries

Fabian Dorene and Willebaldo Arias were arrested early this mornng.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 26, 2023
Sarasota High football wants to build on first win under new coach

The Sailors are 1-7 after a 25-6 win over Southeast High on Oct. 20.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 26, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for March 28 to April 3

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 22, 2022
Waterside-UTC connector could break ground in 2023 if funding in place

The I-75 overpass bridging Lakewood Ranch and Cattleman Road could open as soon as late 2025.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 18, 2010
Cops Corner 02.18.10

A terrified complainant reported a black Chihuahua was standing in front of the above address and growled every time it was approached.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 27, 2023
Lakewood Ranch family bonds over Brazilian jiu-jitsu

John Hokanson and Jayke Maracle are examples of how the sport can change its competitors.

  • East County
  • Sports
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