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Senior running back Jay'den Birch (8) and the Rams will need to control the game on the ground in order to give their defense a rest against Venice on Friday.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 17, 2021
Riverview welcomes playoff rematch with rival Venice

The winner will advance to the third round of the Class 8A playoffs next week

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 16, 2010
'Friends' refute Fishkind study

The Friends of Lakewood Ranch formally explained why it is opposed to incorporation during a public meeting June 9.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 4, 2021
Sarasota weather page photo: November 4

Luann LaRussa captured this sailboat at sunset on the Gulf of Mexico from Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
An Afternoon of Operetta takes place May 12 at Sarasota Opera House. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • May 3, 2019
Artist Series Concerts' 'An Afternoon of Operetta' celebrates unique genre

This Mother’s Day, Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota is offering the present of a two-century-old art form.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • March 25, 2021
COVID-19 vaccine to open for all adults

By April 5, all adults in Sarasota County will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 14, 2009
After 32 years, gifts flood in for public works manager

Neil Martin, who retired as public works operation manager Oct. 1 after 32 years of service to the town, celebrated at a party Wednesday, Sept. 30, at the Public Works building.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Half Shell Oyster Bar, which has made its home on Main Street and Links Avenue for a little more than a year, is moving.
  • By June LeBell |
  • September 20, 2013
Tidbites

Rumors abound; Location, location, location; Carmel Cafe offers three-course prix-fixe; Perfectly picturesque; and Itsy-bitsy tidbites.

  • Arts + Culture
Avery Goelz and Kiney Goelz are close despite personality differences.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 10, 2017
Lakewood Ranch softball sisters have experience to lead team all the way

They won a travel ball title with the Tampa Mustangs in 2015.

  • East County
  • Sports
Josylyn Chapman, 12,  completes math homework at her GreyHawk Landing home. She likely will be redistricted to attend the North River High School when it opens.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 17, 2018
Manatee School District prepares to move attendance lines

East County residents voice concerns about new Parrish high school.

  • East County
  • News
The Sarasota County Courthouse was built in 1927 on land owned by Charles Ringling.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • November 23, 2020
County courthouse given historic designation

The courthouse was built on land owned by Charles Ringling and first opened its doors in 1927.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A "no outlet" sign shows that Lena Road heading south on its northern segment does not connect to the southern portion of the roadway.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 26, 2017
Lena Road: A new priority?

Commissioner promises to make Lena Road a priority.

  • East County
  • News
Brendan and Jay Roper are a freshman and cross country coach at Riverview High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 12, 2019
Prose and Kohn: Riverview cross country star is coached by his dad

Rams freshman Brendan Roper is posting impressive times while on a limited mileage plan.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
A typical lunch at Gilbert W. McNeal Elementary School sits on a tray ready to be served. The lunch meets all nutritional requirements.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • January 24, 2017
Hearty to healthy

School lunches today may look similar to the past, but the difference is what they’re missing.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 14, 2014
Surviving a weekday St. Paddy's, as told by 'Leprechaun' .gifs

Surviving a weekday St. Paddy's, as told by 'Leprechaun' .gifs

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 3, 2021
East County weather page photo: November 4

Gordon Silver captured this deer peering through the grass in Del Webb of Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • April 7, 2021
The long road ahead

It just so happens we’re living here when the 50-year-old roads and bridges need updating. Still better than New York.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • April 7, 2021
The long road ahead

It just so happens we’re living here when the 50-year-old roads and bridges need updating. Still better than New York.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
The city is preparing its fiscal year 2017-18 budget.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 21, 2017
Pension costs loom large in city budget

As the city attempts to maintain or improve its level of service, personnel expenses constrain the ability to invest resources elsewhere.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Steve Queior and Randy Walker |
  • May 10, 2012
My View: The best downtown in America?

We're getting there. Consider some of the recent achievements. But downtown still needs more boosts.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
In his free time, Jim Wilson enjoys biking, cooking, cruising and watching the Philadelphia Eagles play.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 3, 2012
In the Public Eye: Jim Wilson

Jim Wilson has been the CEO of the Lakewood Ranch Medical Center since 2008.

  • East County
  • News
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