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Dick Vitale and Jim Harbaugh at the press conference.
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • May 11, 2018
The 13th Dick Vitale Gala brings total funds to more than $25 million

The sold-out gala was hosted May 11 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • July 17, 2019
Selah Freedom's 'Next Level Gratitude' event celebrates donors

Selah Freedom honored its top donors at its 'Next Level Gratitude' event.

  • Black Tie
During the flight's short run, Denver will become SRQ's westernmost destination. Photo courtesy United Airlines.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 19, 2018
United announces spring flights to Denver

For four Saturdays in March, United Airlines will fly from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport to the Colorado destination.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • November 24, 2018
Lakewood Ranch hosts first seafood festival

Lakewood Ranch Seafood and Music Festival comes to Lakewood Ranch Main Street, first annual festival, seafood, music, 2018

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 21, 2018
Rhythm of the Ringling kicks off arts season and museum's performance series

Ringling patrons got the first look at what to expect from the museum’s performance series Oct. 20.

  • Black Tie
  • By Katie Johns |
  • December 9, 2017
Ringling debuts Phase II of the Richard and Barbara Basch Visual Arts Center

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Dec. 9 to inaugurate phase II of the building.

  • Arts + Culture
Jennie Branagan and “Evita” leading actor Ana Isabelle
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 24, 2017
Asolo Rep welcomes patrons back for the new season

The annual Asolo Repertory Theatre Welcome Back Party was held on Oct. 24 at Nathan Benderson Park.

  • Black Tie
Longboat Key Fire Rescue has earned new recognition in operationality.
  • By John McGuire |
  • August 4, 2017
Longboat Fire Rescue earns second highest rating with ISO

The department is one of 1,324 in the nation with a Class 2 rating.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Toys for Tots donation box in the lobby of the Longboat Key Police Department has been a busy place of late.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 28, 2017
Gifts roll in at Longboat Key Toys for Tots donation site

Unwrapped toys are welcome in lobby of police station.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sami Blouin, Chip Fisher, Kay Siebold and Carol Johnston give the guests a taste of The Players'   talent.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 14, 2017
Players Centre taps into its future Lakewood Ranch market

Lou and Ann Marie Marinaccio stage effort to connect with the community.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • October 20, 2016
Forty Carrots expands services with therapy center

New therapy center officially opens at Forty Carrots Family Center campus.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 14, 2016
Sarasota Memorial moves forward with cancer center

The Sarasota County Public Hospital Board has earmarked up to $4 million to design a cancer center for the hospital’s main campus.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Project officials break ground on Hyatt Place.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 9, 2016
Developers break ground on Lakewood Ranch hotel

Hyatt Place should be ready in early 2017.

  • East County
  • News
New Longboat Key crosswalks aren’t completely operational yet.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 17, 2015
Crosswalk lighting malfunction being addressed

Longboat Key crosswalk signs are covered this week while a contractor works to solve an electrical issue.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Manatee County School Board members will decide tonight what's next in the Long Range Master Plan process.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • February 9, 2016
Manatee County School Board decides on next steps of Master Plan

As part of Phase II, board members will mull over which projects are financially feasible for the district.

  • East County
  • News
i-want-that
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 13, 2015
Good Graeff single featured on MTV

Good Graeff single featured on MTV

  • Arts + Culture
Randy Cooper constructed the library, pictured here. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 15, 2015
Library added to Conservatory Park

Conservatory Park is the sixth county park to receive a "Little Free Library."

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 20, 2015
Key gets high five from Krauthammer

The night before he was scheduled to speak at the Ringling College Library Association Town Hall lecture, Fox News commentator and syndicated columnist Dr. Charles Krauthammer arrived late Monday night, Jan. 12, for his stay at the Inn on the Beach Resort at the Longboat Key Club.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Increased security patrol at the shuttered Colony Beach & Tennis Resort will be reviewed tonight at Town Hall.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 6, 2013
Commission to review Colony issues tonight

Longboat Key commissioners will also discuss selecting a new town attorney and the storage of boats and trailers Key-wide.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Ice House is the exhibition space for Alfstad& Productions, and plans to launch a season of exhibitions and events beginning in November.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 17, 2013
Sept. 17: Daily Headlines

Today's Stories: UPDATE: Bomb threat called in at Fruitville Elementary; City Commission requests new garage designs; School board votes to adopt budget tonight; Contemporary art exhibition space opens in Rosemary District

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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