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  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • August 30, 2013
Libby's Café + Bar: a standout in Southside Village

Libby's Café + Bar: a standout in Southside Village

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Audrey Grace Moore
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 26, 2012
East County Births

The East County Observer would like to congratulate all the parents who celebrated recently the births of their new bundles of joy.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
After seeing a circus performance many years ago, he was inspired by the magic to get involved in a bigger way. But, it’s the programs that keep him donating every year.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • May 8, 2013
May 8: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Third suspect in violent Sarasota home invasion captured; Mills freezes all school spending; Properties have stake in new Mote turtle policy; Patron Saints: Mitchell McKnight

  • Longboat Key
  • News
While some people still go just to read and check out books, Sarasota's libraries offer a wide variety of services. (Cassidy Alexander)
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • October 13, 2017
The next chapter: How libraries are adapting to users' changing needs

As in-person library use falls, Sarasota system sees a swing toward virtual services and new emphasis as community hubs.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 24, 2019
Lakewood Ranch softball blanked in state championship game

The Mustangs could not solve Winter Springs' pitching and lost 3–0.

  • East County
  • Sports
Nancy Krohngold, owner of Nancy's Bar-B-Q, will convert Lil’ Nancy’s Bar-B-Q at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch into a prepared food concept and open a larger barbecue location at Lorraine Road and State Road 70.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 2, 2019
'Yum' is the word in Lakewood Ranch area

East County dining opportunities will continue to expand in 2019.

  • East County
  • News
Michael Richker reads from seven books every morning as part of his routine to keep focused against his battle with substance addiction.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 11, 2016
‘Day of Atonement’ a lifelong pursuit for cocaine addict

University Park's Michael Richker lives a life of surrender and defeat. He wouldn't have it any other way.

  • East County
  • News
Cops Corner
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 15, 2018
Interesting donation at Goodwill

Interesting police reports for Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
  • By Katie Johns |
  • October 25, 2016
Former Sen. Bob Graham visits Longboat Key Democratic Club

The former senator rallies Democrats to turn Florida into a blue state.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 14, 2013
Concession names new Head Pro

The Concession Golf Club recently announced the appointment of Dan Terlescki as its new Head Golf Professional.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • February 23, 2014
The Sarasota Cuban Ballet School wins big at YAPG

The Sarasota School of Cuban Ballet took home some big wins at the Youth America Grand Prix Atlanta semifinals this weekend. It's the biggest pre-professional competition in the world.

  • Arts + Culture
McKitrick has won 240 golf tournaments, including 41 at the Longboat Key Club.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • March 28, 2018
Longboater swings through obstacles

Golfer Arlene McKitrick has persisted in her career, despite her acute type 1 diabetes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Purple Ribbon Committee will tour the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall at its next meeting on Aug. 28.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 18, 2016
Van Wezel study calls for new facility

As part of the Sarasota Bayfront 20:20 planning effort, a study commissioned by the Van Wezel Foundation recommends the construction of a new venue with more than 2,000 seats — at a price from $150 to $525 million.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mary GrandPre and Paula Murray pose with the 2012 Bradenton Blues Fest poster.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • July 31, 2013
Harry Potter artist to make poster for Bradenton Blues Festival

Sarasota-based artist Mary GrandPre has signed on for a second year of creating the Bradenton Blues Fest poster with proceeds benefiting 'Blues in the Schools.'

  • Arts + Culture
Sarasota Football Final 10.28.16
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 28, 2016
Sarasota Football Final 10.28.16

One big win, and three losses that will sting.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • June 18, 2014
Fitness industry sharpens focus on seniors

It is time again to share news items and research from fitness trade publications.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Spyridoula Collum danced Hellenic Folk. She used to teach belly dancing for nearly 30 years
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • February 10, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Greek Glendi

The St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church held its 29th annual Greek Glendi Feb. 7 though Feb. 10. This year's edition featured Greek folk dancing, live music by ELLADA, a marketplace with jewelry and crafts, church tours and, of course, homemade Greek food.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • November 25, 2011
Obituary: Steve Alan Gooding

Steve Alan Gooding, 62, of Sarasota died Nov. 21. He was born Feb. 10, 1949.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Architect Gary Hoyt and developer Tom Mannausa plan to build an 18-story condominium tower on Main Street between Gulfstream and Palm avenues.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 31, 2012
Mannausa forms 'The Jewel' of Sarasota

Tom Mannausa plans to build an 18-story condominium tower that boasts views unlike any other building in downtown Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Families take in the fireworks display at Bayfront Park during the Fourth of July celebration last year.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • June 30, 2016
Sarasota Calendar 6.30.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of June 30.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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