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Those who had a hand in the early stages of the project officially break ground.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • May 1, 2019
Seaward Development breaks ground on Gulfstream Avenue

The company will construct Epoch, an 18-story high-rise with views of Sarasota Bay.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Out-of-Door Academy and University of Florida alum Sekou Bangoura won the USTA Pro Circuit Winston-Salem $25,000 Futures Tournament June 20, defeating No. 2 seed Darian King of Barbados 6-3, 6-2. (courtesy photo)
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 30, 2016
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 06.30.16

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 06.30.16

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Members' work is displayed at meetings so they can see what others are doing. Photo by Pam Eubanks
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • November 24, 2014
Photography group focuses on 200 members

The Lakewood Ranch Digital Photography Club has grown so much, it's starting to run out of room.

  • East County
  • News
Beverly Marchese places stickers next to the amenities she thinks are most important for the trail.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • November 18, 2019
Legacy Trail extension project to be underway by 2020

The project will connect the trail's current terminus at Culverhouse Nature Park to Payne Park in downtown Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Christine Mayer co-founded Cinderella's Closet when she was still a teacher for Sarasota County.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • April 23, 2019
Nice at any price: Sarasota shop owners share their prom secrets

Prom attire can be expensive, but volunteers and shopkeepers do what they can to make their clients smile.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 11, 2013
News Briefs

Longboat Key Fire Rescue honors staff at annual awards; Police promote three longtime employees; Town collects items for Toys for Tots drive

  • Longboat Key
  • News
More dead fish associated with red tide made its way back to Country Club Shores canals Tuesday.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 25, 2015
Bullock sends crew back to Country Club Shores for dead fish cleanup

More dead fish associated with red tide made its way back to bayside canals Tuesday. It will be cleaned up Wednesday before the Thanksgiving holiday.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
"I've never gotten to be the lead, so I think it's kind of cool ... it's a pretty big responsibility, but you can pull it off if you work really hard," Ava Podewitz says.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • September 12, 2012
Ava Podewitz: Child Star

This month, 9-year-old Ava Podewitz stars in 'Heidi.' The young Venice Theatre actress, wise beyond her years, could melt the Swiss Alps with her smile.

  • Arts + Culture
Amad Brayboy, Chase Maasdorp and Kolbe Ward rely on each other on and off the court as teammates and best friends. Photos by Amanda Sebastiano
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • January 20, 2015
Basketball diaries

Kolbe Ward's return to the Out-of-Door Academy in August meant reuniting three friends whose close connection translates to clear communication on the court.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 24, 2013
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub owner Ed Chiles is investing in Longboat Key's future by adding a second story to his Longboat Key restaurant.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 5, 2011
7 in 11: Ed Chiles

The longtime Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key restaurant owner thinks a pro-business attitude will bring a sense of community to the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
'Gloria'
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • February 16, 2014
FILM REVIEW: 'Gloria'

The Chilean film 'Gloria' is a movie without a plot. It's simply a character study of a 50-something-year-old divorced woman who isn't needy, isn't hiding secrets and is happy most of the time.

  • Arts + Culture
The infrared therapy pods can reach temperatures as hot as 158 degrees Farenheit.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • February 19, 2020
Infrared saunas a hot way to release toxins

Our reporter tests out an infrared sauna to see if there are health benefits.

  • Health
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 16, 2010
Lakewood runners win regional crown

The Lakewood Ranch High girls cross country team scored 44 points to capture the Class 3A-Region 3 Championship Nov. 12 in Estero.

  • East County
  • Sports
American Institute of Stress Executive Director Heidi Hanna, Building a Brain Healthy Community Initiative Executive Director Stephanie Peabody and Harvard Medical School psychology professor Erin Dunn are eager to get started.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 12, 2019
SMR commits $600,000 toward brain study in Lakewood Ranch

Building a Brain Healthy Community Initiative set to begin through collaboration of Schroeder-Manatee Ranch, Academy for Brain Health and Performance and Massachusetts General Hospital.

  • East County
  • News
Kyle Davenport shows off his eccentric costume for the photo booth.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • September 10, 2015
Braden River Middle School students glow up the gym

The school held a special dance for participants of an academic program.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 26, 2010
Longboaters learn secrets of community-center success

Approximately 20 Longboat residents toured the Anna Maria Island Community Center facility May 18, to learn about a non-profit model of community-center development.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Rick Piccolo, President and CEO of Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, called the new flight a "home run" for the area.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • December 1, 2017
SRQ announces nonstop flight to Pittsburgh

The flights will run Mondays and Fridays starting Feb. 23, 2018.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • December 4, 2009
Orchestra, musicians reach agreement

The Sarasota Orchestra and the union representing its musicians ratified a two-year contract Friday, ending tense negotiations.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 10, 2012
Pirates win back-to-back district titles

The Braden River High boys basketball team captured its second-consecutive district title with a 68-56 victory over Venice in the Class 7A-District 11 championship Feb. 10.

  • East County
  • Sports
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