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"A Behanding in Spokane" at Venice Theatre. Courtesy.
  • By Paula Atwell |
  • April 24, 2013
Theater Review: 'A Behanding in Spokane'

Martin McDonagh's "A Behanding in Spokane," first opened in 2010 on Broadway, where it won a Tony award for Christopher Walken in the lead role.

  • Arts + Culture
Julia Rodriguez (32) gets a hug from Ellie DiGiacomo after getting fouled, as Aaliyah Capers (25) and Bella Patterson (13) jog up the court.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 27, 2019
Braden River girls basketball adds top talent

Star guard O'Mariah Gordon will have more assistance in 2019-2020.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Thomas J. McLaughlin |
  • January 1, 2020
You and Your Business Idea Need a Succession Plan

Succession planning allows you to define your business’s legacy, while encouraging the leaders of your business to support the growth of your business’s employees.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Sponsored Content
  • In Memoriam |
  • August 21, 2020
Joan Hannah Peterson

Joan Hannah Peterson, 87, of Sarasota, Florida, passed away peacefully on Aug. 16, 2020.

  • Sarasota
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Opponents of the pavilion plans wore red to today's public hearing.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 14, 2019
Lido Beach pavilion plans in jeopardy

Facing outspoken public opposition, the team behind a proposal to redevelop the Lido pool and pavilion asked the city to discuss the possibility of terminating the lease agreement.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Volunteer Washington Hill reads to a kindergarten class at Fruitville Elementary.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • April 3, 2020
Embracing our Differences sends message of inclusivity through literacy

The not-for-profit organization gifts each student a book during its Reading Day event.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Mark Veazey and his daughter went fishing on Friday at Overlook Park.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • October 2, 2020
Beachgoers, anglers return to Longboat Key

The town of Longboat Key's public beach parking reopened on Thursday.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 5, 2021
New owners expect to keep Longboat compound a family getaway

11-bedroom property sold recently for $6.75 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Sarasota Memorial Hospital first implemented a no-visitor rule last year in response to COVID-19. After lifting restrictions in May, a surge in cases led to a new prohibition on guests. File photo.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 5, 2021
Officials respond to rising COVID-19 numbers

Following a significant increase in COVID-19 cases, Sarasota Memorial Hospital is restricting visitors, while the city is interested in expanding testing resources.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Built in 1949, 276 N. Washington Drive it has three bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a pool and 2,526 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • October 30, 2021
Ringling Estates home is week's top seller at $6.2 million

Property on North Washington Drive sells for highest price in Longboat Key, Lido Key area for the week of Oct. 18-22.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 22, 2015
Obituary: Andrew Perrine ‘Perry’ Monroe Jr.

Andrew Perrine “Perry” Monroe Jr., 91, of Sarasota and formerly of Longboat Key and New Canaan, Conn., died April 10.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • February 25, 2022
Lakewood National home tops sales at $1.15 million

A home in Lakewood National topped sales this week at $1.15 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Preston Turner, Shawna Trost, Angelique Turner, David Turner and Julian Turner
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • October 8, 2019
Fruitville Grove brings fall fun to families

Fruitville Grove celebrates its 31st annual Pumpkin Festival.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
This Lake Club home at 8315 Lucerne Loop sold for $2.05 million. Built in 2019, it has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 3,165 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • March 17, 2022
Concession home tops local sales at $3.8 million

Concession home tops local sales at $3.8 million

  • East County
  • Real Estate
  • By Lisa Nisenson |
  • September 24, 2012
Arrested Redevelopment: fight sprawl, not healthy growth

Arrested Redevelopment: fight sprawl, not healthy growth

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 10, 2009
Community Calendar

If your organization would like to have meetings or events publicized, mail or fax the information at least one week in advance to The Longboat Observer, Box 8100, Longboat Key 34228; fax: 383-7193 or e-mail: [email protected]. All announcements must be typed, include hour and date of meeting, complete address of meeting place and a telephone reference number. To ensure accuracy, no telephone calls. Deadline is the previous Tuesday, 5 p.m.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dr. Elizabeth Callahan is offering free cancer screenings at SkinSmart in Sarasota.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 25, 2018
Time to be SkinSmart in Sarasota

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

  • East County
  • News
Guests can grab coffee and talk with a cop Oct. 7. Image courtesy of Flickr.com.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 4, 2016
Manatee deputies brew up conversation

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office has invited the public to Coffee with a Cop Oct. 7.

  • East County
  • News
Jack Kelley remains in the intensive care unit of Sarasota Memorial Hospital following a car accident Feb. 28.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 6, 2019
Community rallies around former Lakewood Ranch basketball star

The community rallies around former Lakewood Ranch basketball star Jack Kelley.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • November 24, 2015
Longboaters give thanks

Longboat residents of all religions gathered for the 35th annual Community Interfaith Thanksgiving Service Nov. 24.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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