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The Pilates “scissors” exercise, from the front: Ginny Walder, Joan Elder and, legs only, Sharon Burde, Genie Sundquist and Peggy Keefe.
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • January 20, 2016
Fitness 2016: An abundance of options and LBK’s first yoga studio

The new year brings new fitness opportunities to Longboat Key fitness enthusiasts.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Matt Holler
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 2, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Oct. 3

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Acqua Vita provides a blueprint for what luxury buyers are looking at the moment.
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • August 16, 2017
Luxury redefined

A new home on Longboat offers every amenity.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Ricardo Rhodes and Victoria Hulland perform George Balanchine’s “Stars and Stripes” as the characters of El Capitan and Liberty Bell, respectively. Photo by Frank Atura
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 27, 2019
'Poetry and Liberty' shows Sarasota Ballet as emblem of the brave and true

With returning répétiteur and principals, Sarasota Ballet looks forward to ‘Stars and Stripes.’

  • Arts + Culture
Detective Lieutenant Robert Bourque testifying at a Nov. 21 Adversarial Preliminary Hearing at the Manatee County Judicial Center.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • December 13, 2017
Forfeiture in North Port parallels Longboat pursuit

North Port Police Department is the only agency to successfully seize real property in Manatee and Sarasota Counties since 2001 — so how does its case stack up against the case brought by Longboat Key Police Department.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Anne Ross has been a town of Longboat Key employee for eight years.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 1, 2015
Ross applies for Lakewood Ranch position

Longboat Key’s assistant town manager is applying for a executive director position where she resides in East Manatee.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Lift Station 87 has also prepared an updated landscaping plan for the facility, which reoriented some trees to make the building more visible.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 2, 2017
Lift Station construction remains on schedule

The city is excited about the progress of work on Lift Station 87, but the Osprey Avenue bridge remains closed as work continues.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Caitlyn Benedetto finished her career as Braden River's all-time leading scorer with 1,257 points.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 16, 2011
Pirates' all-time leading scorer signs with Gyrenes

Braden River High senior Caitlyn Benedetto signed a national letter-of-intent May 4 to play basketball for Ave Maria University in Naples.

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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 11, 2009
County OKs commercial project

Developer SM Duck Dog 2 will build on 14 acres at the southwest corner of Lorraine Road and State Road 64.

  • East County
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Alexis Pennington, the former co-owner of CrossFit Lakewood Ranch, and Amy Whittington, owner of Drive SRQ, joined forces two months ago.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • November 29, 2017
Lakewood Ranch trainers fit for a partnership

New trainer strengthens Drive SRQ.

  • East County
  • Business
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 11, 2017
RCLA Town Hall Lecture Series kicks off with annual dinner

Inspirational speaker Liz Murray spoke at the Platinum Appreciation Dinner Jan. 11.

  • Black Tie
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 4, 2011
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

LBK trolley schedules forced visitors into cars

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Lisa Hoffman is averaging 21.3 points per game in the last three games. File photos
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 2, 2014
Sharp shooter

The Out-of-Door Academy senior forward Lisa Hoffman scored a career-high 33 points Nov. 24.

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  • Sports
Gov. Rick Scott sits down with The Observer to answer a few questions.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 10, 2011
Scott: Jobs will solve state's problems

Florida Gov. Rick Scott's visit to the Observer Group prompted discussion on economic growth, the importance of jobs and Scott's intention to reduce state taxes.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
David Wolff installs mini reefs  underneath docks at MarVista Dockside. File photo
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • December 16, 2020
Siesta residents start project to clean canal

More than 20 homeowners have signed on to place mini reefs under their docks to filter water and support marine life.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Lemeki, a 3-year-old elephant with the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, was found abandoned in Kenya as a result of flooding. Photo courtesy and copyright of the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • September 9, 2021
Lakewood Ranch fifth graders adopt an elephant

McNeal Elementary fifth graders address the elephant in the room.

  • East County
  • Schools
Hazel Steskal and the canal that separates Bayfront Park from Longboat Key estates.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • May 23, 2018
Longboat canal is cause for concern

The border between Bayfront Park and Longboat Key estates is worn, but it's unclear who is responsible for fixing it.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dwight Currie sheds light on the expansive genre of performance art at the Ringling.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • February 24, 2015
The Art of Now: Ringling announces RIAF lineup

Dwight Currie, the curator of performance at the Ringling, leads the venerable arts institution into the realm of performance art. The Ringling in Sarasota, FL announced its Ringling International Arts Festival lineup.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • January 10, 2022
Newcomers win Observer Challenge on Longboat Key

Although the tennis tournament has many repeat players, some of 2022's winners were first-timers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota's Landon Shoenberger greets Merlin after an impressive catch.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 12, 2018
Doggone good times in Myakka City

Dog Frisbee league in Myakka City provides plenty of laughs for Sarasota, Bradenton area residents..

  • East County
  • News
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