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Edward D'Agostino submitted this sunset photo, overlooking Sarasota Bay.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 20, 2011
WEEKLY WINNER: Stream of Consciousness

Edward D'Agostino submitted this sunset photo, overlooking Sarasota Bay.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Braden Woods resident Susan Darovec refills seed in one of her bird feeders. The upside-down can below it is to keep squirrels from climbing up to eat the seeds.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 14, 2017
Bird-lovers feed their hobby through laws of attraction

East County residents share tips for attracting wildlife.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The Lakewood Ranch football team will have its hands full during its Homecoming game against North Port on Oct. 28 at 7:30 p.m.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 26, 2016
That's the ticket ...

The top match-ups this week in East County sports.

  • East County
  • Sports
Dexter Trombetta, 6, uses pennies to decorate his car, and says that he wants to work on his car when he gets back home because one of the pennies fell off in the race.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • September 12, 2018
Seniors bring Scouts up to speed in Lakewood Ranch

Inspired Living hosts Cub Scout troop

  • East County
  • News
The Sarasota Babe Ruth 13U All-Star team is heading back to the World Series for the first time since 1988.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 11, 2016
One last stand for Sarasota All-Stars

The Sarasota Babe Ruth 13U and 14U All-Star teams will compete in the Babe Ruth League World Series Aug. 11-18.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 2, 2012
Linger Lodge to host festival

Bluegrass fans take note: Linger Lodge will host its first Braden River Bluegrass Festival from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. May 5, at the restaurant, 7205 85th St. Court E.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Back row: Jillian McClone, Royston Smith, Tracey Viviano and Gillian Francis. Front row: Mary Heck, Kara Pallin, John Mason, Jane Glennan and Mary Lou Moulton. Photo by Cliff Roles.
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • April 8, 2015
Black Tie & Tales 4.9.15

A Fair Legacy Fares Well; Tidbits; and Black Tie Affair

  • Black Tie
The Rev. Arthur McClellan stands in front of the Pineapple Avenue entrance, which will have glass doors and new canopies after it is remodeled to be more identifiable and welcoming to passersby.
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • March 24, 2011
First Church celebrates 120 years downtown

In 2005, First United Methodist Church was offered $17 million for its downtown property, where the church has been located since 1911.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Cellexia Foster shoots over a defender.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 22, 2016
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 12.22.16

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 12.22.16

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch member Sybil Porter and eight fellow Rotarians bagged 5,184 meals for the Sack Summer Hunger program at The Food Bank of Manatee May 21. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 19, 2019
Funds needed for summer hunger program in Manatee County

Meals on Wheels PLUS short $40,000 in its quest to provide meals for children in need.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Stuart and Lois Scheyer |
  • April 30, 2009
Riding the rails

Longboat Key's 'Energetic Travelers' continue to traverse North America's terrain in the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Joanne Cassandra receives club information from Natalie Abrams.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • October 11, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Club Day

The Lakewood Ranch Women's Club, Arts Club and a range of other groups introduced themselves to the Ranch community Oct. 11, at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall. Club Day featured more than 10 local groups that gave information on their club, along with open enrollment for individuals interested in joining a club.

  • East County
  • News
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 13, 2011
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Ficus trees on Sands Point property were trimmed improperly, according to Longboat Key town planner Steve Schield.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 20, 2011
Tree trimming: too much off the top?

After questioning from two Sands Points residents, town planner Steve Schield ruled five ficus trees were improperly cut.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 29, 2009
Cops Corner

Complainant called police to report a strange dog was trying to get into her house.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • October 17, 2018
Local amendments

Our recommendations on local questions.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Keira Knightly and Mark Ruffalo in "Begin Again." Photo source: Vudu.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 21, 2020
Hinge Blog: She's English, she's a little uptight

"Begin Again" and "Parks and Recreation" are this week's picks.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Last year, Siesta Key resident Gayle Paul helped keep her local beach clean.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • July 3, 2017
Residents prep to clean Siesta Beach after the holiday

More than 1,000 people have indicated their interest in a post-Fourth of July event on Facebook.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 16, 2011
Library checks out options for monetary assistance

The Longboat Library will make a presentation at the Town Commission's Feb. 17 regular workshop meeting.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 26, 2010
Cops Corner

May 17 Real Christmas-tree car scent 1:56 a.m. -- 600 block of GMD. Traffic Violation. Police pulled over a woman leaving the Chart House parking lot late at night. It was discovered the woman was a receptionist for a real-estate agency and was working late. Police, however, found it odd that the woman had a dead Christmas tree lying in the back of her car. She said it was too heavy for her to carry.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
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