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  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • August 14, 2013
Building a Legacy

Shawn O'Malley's grandfather taught him the art of woodworking from salvaged material. Now, O'Malley is the teacher.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 23, 2013
Full circle

Lakewood Ranch High seniors Danny Walker and Ramsey Touchberry will vie for their third consecutive state championship Nov. 5 and Nov. 6.

  • East County
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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 19, 2014
Key tourism: Brace for the storm

Frigid temperatures and snow storms up north continue to bring a flurry of tourists to hotel rooms on sunny Longboat Key.

  • Siesta Key
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  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • February 26, 2014
Jake Brady: Set in Concrete

Jake Brady never considered himself an artist until everyone else started labeling him one. Now, he's content signing his work.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By June LeBell |
  • October 30, 2013
Tidbites

Cooking for Kids; Learning to cook as an adult; Eat Here Out There; and Quick Bites.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 17, 2013
THEATER REVIEW: 'Show Boat'

Read Marty Fugate's theater review of Asolo Repertory Theatre's 'Show Boat.'

  • Arts + Culture
  • By David Conway |
  • November 28, 2013
Sarasota residents speak out about homeless shelter

During Monday's joint meeting, city and county commissioners identified three sites as potential locations for a regional 'come as you are' shelter.

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  • By Josh Siegel |
  • December 4, 2013
District aims to win STEM education grant

After nearly earning funding last year for a similar grant, the Manatee County School District is again a finalist for a 'Race to the Top' grant to fund STEM labs in elementary schools.

  • East County
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  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 29, 2014
Dancing queen

When she's not busy cheering on the Mustangs, Lakewood Ranch High senior Marina Masterson expands her dance skills through classes at the Sarasota Ballet.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 6, 2014
Letters to the Editor

The Observer's readers weigh in on local issues.

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  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 22, 2021
Lakewood Ranch, Braden River, Parrish high school marching bands finish season on bittersweet note

No trophies, but east Bradenton high school marching bands produce sweet final performances.

  • East County
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  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 9, 2021
Lakewood Ranch High School guidance clerk finalist for Support Employee of the Year

After unusual introduction to Lakewood Ranch High, Kari Keech-Babcock provides sweet service to school's community.

  • East County
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  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 26, 2021
Expansion at Nate's Honor in Lakewood Ranch nears completion

Nate's Honor Animal Rescue of Lakewood Ranch completes construction on intake building and training center.

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  • By Harry Sayer |
  • January 4, 2022
Sarasota High School student cuts hair after hours

Seventeen-year-old Landon Garrett works as a licensed barber outside of school.

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  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 20, 2024
Urbanite Theatre's 'Judith' is a Shakespearean shapeshifter

The play's star, Livy Scanlon, changes voices, accents and posture in the blink of an eye.

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  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 12, 2024
Local political races would pump up the ratings

Manatee County races should raise voter interest.

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  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • August 21, 2024
Ariel Aparicio-Jerro gets into the groove at Fogartyville

The musician and arts administrator talks about his new job managing the music venue.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • June 7, 2024
Town employees graduate from first professional development course

Fourteen Longboat Key staff members complete the ENGAGE program.

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  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • December 14, 2023
Plans scaled back for aquatic complex in Lakewood Ranch

While the Premier Park design had included three pools, Manatee County commissioners voted to remove the 25-meter pool to cut costs.

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  • By Madison Bierl |
  • April 28, 2025
Free acting class series coming to Lakewood Ranch Library

Florida Studio Theatre employees will lead classes on Improv for All, Acting Foundations, Reader’s Circle and Intro to Playwriting.

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