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  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 29, 2011
Briefs

Rare wasps generate more local buzz; PIC takes stance on Longboat's budget; South Carolina man dies in parasailing accident; Holiday affects Key's garbage schedule; Subcommittee meetings formed; First turtle nests hatch on Longboat and Siesta

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Hillary Steele is the board chair of the Sarasota Ballet.
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • March 9, 2016
People With Purpose: Hillary Steele

The chairwoman of the Sarasota Ballet board of directors takes pride in growing the organization.

  • Black Tie
Town attorney David Persson called his resignation Monday night a decision "two years in the making."
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 4, 2012
Town attorney submits resignation letter

Town attorney David Persson has agreed to stay on as the town's legal counsel until June 30, 2013.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Nick and Moe's owner Nick Salem poses with Iris, Marissa and Amanda Boccarossa after their family wins pizza for a year.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 1, 2016
Nick and Moe's celebrates opening

The operator touts its homemade food offerings and commitment to the community.

  • East County
  • News
Ally, daughter of Gregory and Laurie Rahn, donned a Miami Dolphins jersey and carried a football for her solo. (courtesy Miami Dolphins)
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 27, 2016
She's got spirit

Braden River graduate earns spot on Dolphins' cheerleading squad.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 16, 2015
Cops Corner: Longboat Key 4.16.2015

Cops Corner: Longboat Key 4.16.2015

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
greenbeer
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 17, 2015
TWIS Tour Guide: 2015 St. Patrick's Day parties

TWIS Tour Guide: 2015 St. Patrick's Day parties

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Richard Williams, 35, of Bradenton, was arrested 10:45 p.m. Monday and charged with the murder of 17-month-old William “Quincey” Pollard at their apartment in the 6200 block of Rosefinch Court, according to a Manatee County Sheriff’s Office arrest report
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 27, 2015
Top Story — July:

Police allege that a blow to the head resulted in the death of William 'Quincey' Pollard.

  • East County
  • News
  • By George Rauch |
  • September 18, 2013
Market Watch: Government bonds: financial disaster

In the June Market Watch article, we discussed the possibility of a bond market crash. Since then, yields on bonds have zoomed.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Don Olinger and Tracy Rhodes moved into their two-bedroom apartment in May with dogs Ralphie and Gary.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • July 22, 2015
Dogs help roommates see eye to eye

Don Olinger and Tracy Rhodes' service dogs guide them to independent living and a lasting friendship.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Mayor Terry Gans rings the bell for the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign on Dec. 16.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • December 21, 2016
Mayor Gans makes nice list

The newly appointed mayor helped the Kiwanis Club with bell ringing for the Salvation Army.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 28, 2016
Cops Corner: East County 09.28.2016

Enjoy this week’s edition of Cops Corner!

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Sarasota Christian sophomore Alyse Yoder helped lead the Blazers to their fifth straight district title Jan. 29.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 4, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Three Sarasota area girls basketball teams will have home court advantage to open the playoffs

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Photo courtesy Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 27, 2019
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens displays Paul Gauguin's tropical treasures

The artist's perspective of French Polynesia comes to life through his art and Selby's plant displays in 'Gauguin: Voyage to Paradise.'

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 14, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Tara Fashion Show

Tara hosted its Fashion with a Flair Fashion Show.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Ben Waechter's Garden House is one example of his bold yet simple design style. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • May 24, 2018
Sarasota Architecture Week kicks off in style

The inaugural The American Institute of Architects Florida Gulf Coast Chapter Sarasota Architecture Week is an event series that will feature an exhibit at the Center for Architecture Sarasota June 6 through 22.

  • Arts + Culture
Col. John Saputo says commanding men in the military was the most important task of his life.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 7, 2018
Veteran John Saputo discusses how to show respect for our military heroes

Veteran John Saputo, a Lakewood Ranch businessman and philanthropist, talks about Veterans Day and respecting our military heroes

  • East County
  • News
Kayla Walker.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 28, 2017
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 09.28.17

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 09.28.17

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Winners Cathy and Larry Duguay recently celebrated Cathy’s 60th birthday by traveling to Greece and Turkey with their family. They took a moment to catch up with the East County Observer in Istanbul before the Blue Mosque’s nightly light show.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 9, 2016
It's Read Everywhere brings Observer around the world

Observer readers didn't forget to pack an Observer paper when jet setting around the world.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Single-car accident closes Fruitville Road east of I-75.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 22, 2016
Downed power lines close Fruitville Road

Single-car accident just east of I-75 causes closure.

  • East County
  • News
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