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  • By Shane Donglasan |
  • November 19, 2018
Humanizing homelessness

Photographer Allan Mestel and activist Greg Cruz, seek to change the homelessness narrative.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
University Park Country Club has a 27-hole golf course.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 2, 2018
Manatee County OKs recreation district for University Park

Residents will vote in September on a board of supervisors for the district.

  • East County
  • News
Maureen Hager; Michelles Atkinson, coordinator for Florida Friendly program; and Emily Vosnos. Photo by Polly Curran.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 2, 2012
Ovations

Congratulations are in order. Do you know someone who has cause for celebration? The East County Observer wants to celebrate with you! Submit your Ovations news to Michael Eng, [email protected].

  • East County
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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 19, 2019
Bucs headline Manatee Chamber luncheon

Tampa Bay Bucs players attend Manatee Chamber of Commerce Lunch with the Bucs event.

  • East County
  • News
Moore's Stone Crab Restaurant announced its closure Wednesday via signs on the doors Wednesday.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 27, 2015
Top Story — July: Moore’s Stone Crab Restaurant sold

New owners Mark Caragiulo and Tom Leonard have plans for a new Longboat Key restaurant similar to Shore on St. Armands Circle. The restaurant will stay closed for 10 months to a year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jill Mullins attaches a flyer about the death of her husband, Patrick, to a post at the State Road 64 Boat Ramp.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 7, 2018
Manatee County man's death remains a mystery

Educator offers $20,000 for information about her husband's death.

  • East County
  • News
  • In Memoriam |
  • August 29, 2018
Nicholas "Nick" Myrhorod

Nicholas Nick Myrhorod passed away in Orillia Ontario Canada after a brain hemmorrhage, he will fondly be remembered by his wife Virginia Holmes, he was a snowbird to Longboat Key Florida.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • December 8, 2011
Teams begin training for half marathon

More than 4,000 people are expected to participate in the seventh annual First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon and Relay March 11, 2012.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Tayla Rosenthal sits with Israel Defense Forces soldier, Barak.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • October 26, 2018
Lakewood Ranch student has historic passion

Lakewood Ranch High junior works to share new knowledge after her study abroad.

  • East County
  • News
"Madeline's Madeline" opens Opens Aug. 10. Courtesy image
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • June 20, 2018
Critic's summer film picks

Escape the heat and check out these must-see summer movies.

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  • By Randi Donahue |
  • November 21, 2019
Grape Expectations

An East County vineyard is making its mark in the Florida wine scene and invites tourists and locals alike to share the fruit of its labor.

  • LWR Life
Dynasty Dance Clubs started the Dynasty Stars program in 2016. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 30, 2019
Dynasty Stars ballroom dance students shine on and off the floor

Dynasty Dance Clubs' special needs ballroom program is more than just dance lessons.

  • Arts + Culture
"Funny Girl" runs through April 15. Photo by Cliff Roles
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 1, 2018
'Funny Girl' delivers larger-than-life comedy at Players Centre

The last Players production of the season is the next best thing to the Ziegfeld Follies.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The Fine Arts Society of Sarasota President Vern Weitz assumed her position in 2017. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 27, 2019
After 50 years, The Fine Arts Society of Sarasota makes big changes

The organization is celebrating its 50th anniversary by looking backward and forward.

  • Arts + Culture
Unit B at 363 Benjamin Franklin Drive  was built in 2010 with four bedrooms, four-and-two-half baths.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • July 10, 2020
Palazzi Al Mare condo sells for $3.5 million

Residential real estate transactions for June 29 and July 3.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • September 24, 2019
WaterVentures makes a splash at Alta Vista

WaterVentures, a 53-foot mobile science lab, visited Alta Vista Elementary on Sept. 24.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Courtesy photo. Reverend John Cairns, Reverend Glen Bell, and Reverend Melanie Kim are some of the pastors who will be teaching the Foundations classes at First Presbyterian Church.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • September 24, 2015
Sarasota Calendar 9.24.15

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Sept. 24.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • February 24, 2018
Puppy love fills the air at Michael's On East

Animal Rescue Coalition hosted its Unconditional Love Gala on Feb. 24.

  • Black Tie
When grease gets into the county’s wastewater collection system it can cause blockages and clogs. Photo Courtesy
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • January 23, 2020
Change in Sarasota County grease regulations leave business owners concerned

A change in the county's fats, oils and grease regulations leave business owners with additional annual expenses.

  • Sarasota
  • News
East County resident Lori Dengler, a one-year appointee to Manatee County's Healthcare Advisory Committee, reviews documents in her home.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 9, 2016
Piecing together the healthcare puzzle

With $20 million dedicated to indigent care, Manatee County seeks funding alternatives.

  • East County
  • News
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