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Betty Jane Prince, Shirley Blanton (front) and Carol Bradley
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • February 2, 2019
Sarasota's long-time residents given a Pioneer Picnic

Rotary Club's Pioneer Picnic celebrates those who have lived in Sarasota for an extended time.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 29, 2012
Our View: Derail the streetcar

At first thought, it sounds appealing and intriguing - a fixed-rail streetcar system for downtown Sarasota. How cute and quaint.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 8, 2012
Welcome back: Since you left ...

We waded through Beach Road after Tropical Storm Debby pounded the island in June, and survived the stench of hundreds of tons of algae that washed ashore after to bring you the news.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Tracey and Daniel Gonzalez spent four years looking for Leo, and they're not going to let him run away that easily!
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • March 21, 2019
Sarasota dog gets a helping hand from police officer

Sarasota Police Department officer helps return run away dog.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 7, 2010
News Briefs 07.08.10

The Lakewood Ranch Community Coalition will hold a presentation on the concepts of the proposed city charter for Lakewood Ranch during a presentation at 7 p.m., July 14, at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall, 8175 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.

  • East County
  • News
After asking students and faculty for input on the master plan, Ringling College officials intend to discuss any changes with residents living near the north Sarasota campus.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 21, 2019
After growth, Ringling College updates master plan

School officials are taking stock of changes that have taken place on-campus in the past few years as they plan for the future.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Crews are working on building a new home in the 6000 block of Gulf of Mexico Drive.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • July 8, 2021
Longboat Key property values officially rebound

The Property Appraisers Offices in Sarasota and Manatee counties provided the town with official values on July 1.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jenny Townsend wanted to create a place for music lovers of all ages to meet and collaborate.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • March 9, 2016
Music Compound: a business of note

After Keyboards and More closed its State Road 70 location, some employees find a home at Music Compound.

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch's Dick Vitale has been chosen to receive the NCAA President's Gerald R. Ford Award.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 22, 2020
NCAA honors Lakewood Ranch's Dick Vitale

Dick Vitale of Lakewood Ranch presented the NCAA's Gerald R. Ford Award

  • East County
  • News
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • August 2, 2012
Neighbors: Joe Volpe

Mechanical engineer and Siesta Key resident Joe Volpe came up with a way to give pets - and golf clubs - the rides of their lives.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Todd Bellamy performs "The Way You Do The Things You Do," by The Temptations.
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • July 18, 2019
WBTT emphasizes Motown history with summer program

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe ushers in a new generation of performers with Stage of Discovery.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Zi Burns.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 4, 2019
East County Athlete of the Week: Zi Burns

The ODA basketball player talks being more aggressive and winning a state title in Delaware.

  • East County
  • Sports
1. Braden River High sophomore O'Mariah Gordon won the Gatorade Florida Player of the Year award in 2019.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 1, 2020
For this East County 10, it's showtime

Ten local high school athletes have served notice they will have a big year.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Bryan brothers and their Lake Club clinic participants celebrate at the day's end.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 17, 2021
Tennis legends share tips, tricks and stories at the Lake Club

The Bryan brothers retired in 2020, but are not looking to give up the sport entirely.

  • East County
  • Sports
Cops Corner
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 25, 2018
Beware of another scam in Manatee County

Cops Corner — Interesting Sheriff's Office reports for Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton areas.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Cops Corner reports from the Sheriff's Office.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 14, 2019
Aggressive arm chops visitor in Lakewood Ranch

Cops Corner: Interesting police reports in Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton areas.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 20, 2020
You Observed: Pen Women demonstrate flower arrangements

Polly Curran's event was the third in a series for Grand Bay residents.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Bradenton Area Visitors and Convention Bureau Executive Director Elliott Falcione says the improvements will improve branding and the customer's experience.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 21, 2019
Manatee County plans Premier improvements in Lakewood Ranch

Manatee County considers improvements at Premier Sports Campus to improve customer experience, attract collegiate play.

  • East County
  • News
Isabella Juliano earns several awards during the regional Fusion National Dance Competition. She'll dance at the 2020 Fusion Nationals this summer. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 29, 2020
Lakewood Ranch girl goes from tutu to can-do

Lakewood Ranch dancer flutters to national competition

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 12, 2020
Longboat church cancels services

Christ Church of Longboat Key directs members to watch live streaming version until further notice.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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