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Results for: Reliable Standard Heating & Air is recognized as the best HVAC company for emergency AC repair.

  • By David Conway |
  • November 12, 2021
Laurel Park residents target short-term rental

The neighborhood association succeeded in getting the city to respond to a property that was allowing one-night stays.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • July 21, 2021
Bayfront Park's dog park temporarily closes for resodding

The town of Longboat KEy plans to reopen the dog park in early September.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Stephanie Hannum |
  • August 5, 2009
Progressive dinner

Take a trip around the world with the numerous eclectic and authentic restaurants in the Gulf Gate area.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kaye Warr |
  • July 3, 2012
Introducing: Carmel Café & Wine Bar

Introducing: Carmel Café & Wine Bar

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • January 25, 2012
BACKSTAGE PASS: The right direction

Jim Weaver isn't afraid to relinquish control. The director of the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 'A Raisin in the Sun' explains why he loves calling the shots and eventually letting go.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 13, 2011
News Briefs

2011 a banner year for two sea turtle species; Landfill closure, beach park work contracts OK'd

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • December 18, 2019
Picture of Health: Susannah "Zana" Carbajal

The East County resident uses her kids to help her get a good work out in Greenbrook Adventure Park.

  • Health
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 21, 2020
Lakewood Ranch's Irish Celtic Festival founder dies

Lakewood Ranch's Frank Shea, beloved for his volunteer work, dies.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 25, 2020
Wish list for Earth Fare space in Lakewood Ranch

East County shoppers hope for another specialty grocer at The Green.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 17, 2019
Lakewood Ranch triathlete searches for his limits

From cycling to completing triathlons, Bryan Balak uses support of triathlon community to complete races.

  • Health
  • By David Conway |
  • September 20, 2018
Vengroff affordable housing project could be revived

A city policy change may lead to a renewed effort to build a workforce apartment complex near downtown, but challenges remain.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 23, 2019
Lakewood Ranch soccer captain doubles as accomplished painter

Lakewood Ranch High girls soccer captain Rheana White has commissioned paintings for restaurants and helps design handbags

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • July 14, 2016
Sarasota Calendar 7.14.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of July 14.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • September 18, 2017
Hungry to help

The Food Bank of Manatee aims to aid the community during a time of need.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 8, 2015
Benderson expansion gets yellow light

The Sarasota County Commission slows construction plans for the University Town Center to accommodate pending traffic improvements.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • June 3, 2015
Encore performances

Robert Levin will step down from his role as organizer of the Sarasota Music Festival in 2017, after 10 years of leadership.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • December 2, 2015
Mirabai Holland teaches Manatee to get fit

Longboat resident Mirabai Holland, a nationally known fitness expert, is helping Manatee County workers — and the rest of the country — learn to live healthily.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 17, 2016
Major League Football finds new funding source

New professional football league based in Lakewood Ranch appears to be back on schedule for inaugural 2016 season.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 24, 2016
Reel-world experience

Local filmmakers are showing film students professional experience and the importance of storytelling.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • March 25, 2015
Past perfect

A historic Indian Beach home recalls a Sarasota that almost disappeared.

  • Sarasota
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