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  • By June LeBell |
  • December 29, 2010
Music Review: What They're Doing Right

As we reflect on the first half of the 2010-2011 season, we realize there have been two groups that have been doing just about everything right: Sarasota Orchestra and the Artist Series of Sarasota.

  • Arts + Culture
Town Finance Director Tom Kelley talks to the commission.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 29, 2010
Commission adopts budget

The Longboat Key Town Commission voted 6-1 to pass a fiscal year 2010-11 budget on second reading and public hearing that includes a tax rate of 1.8872 mills.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 4, 2012
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Siesta business delves into historical tours; Daiquiri Deck upgrades patio projector to HD; Blase Cafe plans Becker charity event

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Davis Development plans to break ground on The Venue at Lakewood Ranch in January.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 28, 2012
Apartment complex planned near Ranch Medical Center

Atlanta-based Davis Development has purchased prime Lakewood Ranch real estate for an apartment complex.

  • East County
  • News
Photo courtesy of Cindi Soderholm
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 20, 2013
Russell the razorbill spreads his wings at new home

After a month of rehabilitation at Save Our Seabirds, the razorbill has a new home at Sea World in San Antonio.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A citizens group wanted a view of Bird Key Park that would be unobstructed by signage. Photo by Katie Hendrick
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 6, 2013
Group seeks fewer signs, more scenery

FDOT signed off on the removal of 88 signs from a two-and-a-half mile stretch after citizens organized to express concerns about sign pollution near Key attractions.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
David Glorius and Kate Rhodes were the first two people to play when the Longboat Key Tennis Center reopened on May 8.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • June 7, 2020
Doubles play to resume at Longboat Key Tennis Center

The Tennis Center closed from March 22 through May 7 because of concerns related to the coronavirus pandemic.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Cynthia Saunders, superintendent of the School District of Manatee County, adjusts her recommendation for opening schools to allow all grade levels to return full time in person, participate in a hybrid schedule or do e-learning.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 14, 2020
School Board of Manatee County approves new start date

First day to now be Aug. 17, and all students can choose to return full time, participate in a hybrid schedule or do e-learning.

  • East County
  • News
The majority of the Kress Building, including the ground floor space, is currently vacant. Photo courtesy Wikimedia Commons.
  • By Grier Ferguson |
  • March 5, 2020
Historic Main Street building sold for $5.8 million

The Kress Building in downtown Sarasota was built in 1932. New ownership plans to target high-end retail tenants.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The owners of Morton's Gourmet Market transformed Siesta Market this year.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • December 24, 2015
Top Story — April: Siesta Market to close May 31

Chris Brown and Mike Granthon purchased the property in November.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Capt. Robert Mealy accepts an award for Det. Rebecca Angel, who couldn't be in attendance and who was being honored by the Lakewood Ranch Elks during Law Enforcement Appreciation Night.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 9, 2019
club news

club news

  • East County
  • Neighbors
 Zota’s opening creates an appropriate time to acknowledge and applaud Ocean Properties’ commitment to this region.
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 5, 2017
A bow to Ocean Properties' commitment

Rarely are private enterprises recognized and applauded for their investments and contributions.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 8, 2019
Volunteers help clean New Pass

Sarasota Bay Watch coordinates removal of all sorts of stuff from under the water.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Here is one of the current doors. It will be removed and replaced with a stronger door in the coming months.
  • By Sten Spinella |
  • July 30, 2019
Beachplace Association to replace every door in the complex

The project will cost $2.5 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Morgan Gerhart was just named  advancement director for The Players Centre for Performing Arts. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 21, 2018
Scene & Heard 11.22.18

Here's a look at the A&E news of the week in Sarasota County — more specifically with The Players Centre for Performing Arts, Southwest Florida Glass Art Alliance and Venice Theatre.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Longboat Key Garden Club officers JoAnn Schwencke, Pat Cooper, Zelia Trueb, Susan Phillips, Barbara Gurchiek and Susan Tone
  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 17, 2019
Longboat Garden Club blossoms at annual meeting

The club hosted its annual meeting and picnic April 17 at Joan M. Durante Park where they awarded grants and scholarships.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Carlye Perrigo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 4, 2018
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Carlye Perrigo

The Riverview High sophomore talks being inspired by the Olympics and her love of travel

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
“Pip” was made possible by donors Gary and Melody Johnson. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 17, 2018
Scene & Heard 10.18.18

Here's your look at the A&E news of the week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 25, 2017
Top Story - May: Nathan Benderson Park organization CEO resigns

Catch up on the top news items of 2017 with the Observer's Digital Year in Review.

  • East County
  • News
East County student Casey Rose, 18, programs a robot during class at Manatee Technical College.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 17, 2018
MTC receives historic grant

Governor presents first Florida Job Growth Grant Fund award to East County technical college.

  • East County
  • News
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