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Marlon Brown
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • September 19, 2022
Commission confirms confidence in city manager following meeting debate

City Manager Marlon Brown requested a vote of confidence following back and forth among commissioners about additions to the meeting agenda.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Parrish's Gina Messenger looks forward helping the School District of Manatee County move from a B district to an A district. "I'm excited to continue the good work that Manatee County is doing," she says.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • August 18, 2020
Parrish's Messenger retains Manatee County school board seat

Gina Messenger will focus on early childhood education and grade level reading in next four years.

  • East County
  • News
Dr. Elizabeth Callahan, the founder of SkinSmart Dermatology in Sarasota, has taken appointments online.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 8, 2020
This Sarasota doctor's in ... online

Dr. Elizabeth Callahan's SkinSmart Dermatology in Sarasota moves ahead with online appointments during COVID-19 threat.

  • East County
  • News
The hall will stand empty until further notice.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • February 25, 2021
St. Mary, Star of the Sea Royal Rummage canceled

The event drew an estimated 1,000 guests last March and is canceled due to the pandemic.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Suzanne Aguirre, a Lakewood Ranch High senior, conducts diabetic testing on Alexis McClintock, a Braden River High senior. The seniors appreciate getting a head start on their nursing courses through MTC's dual enrollment program.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 31, 2021
Ahead of the game in Manatee County

MTC dual enrollment programs offer high school students advanced opportunities.

  • East County
  • News
Manatee County Animal Services Chief Sarah Brown holds Elwood, a tabby who was taken in by the shelter Jan. 10. Commissioners are debating how to fix the problem of the county's overcrowded shelter. File photo.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • June 23, 2021
Manatee County commissioners disagree on need for Lakewood Ranch animal shelter

Some commissioners say a planned animal shelter might not be necessary in East County thanks to donation of Bishop Animal Shelter.

  • East County
  • News
The Legacy Golf Club in Lakewood Ranch opened in 1997.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 24, 2015
Arnold Palmer-designed golf course gets new owner

Arnold Palmer-designed course scores new owner, ClubCorp

  • East County
  • News
A roadway construction project to improve four intersections along U.S. 301 north of downtown Sarasota is in the planning stages by FDOT. (File photo)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 23, 2022
FDOT public meeting on US 301 improvements set for Thursday

The Florida Department of Transportation is planning four intersection improvements on U.S. 301 north of downtown.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Grand Bay is one of Bay Isles Association's 19 communities on Longboat Key.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • July 10, 2022
Grand Bay condo sells for $3.25 million

A Grand Bay condo tops the week's sales at $3.25 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • July 26, 2018
Stage Door Studios asks public to cast votes — and a spell while they’re at it

The Sarasota studio is up for its first-ever Industry Dance Award, but they need your help to win.

  • Arts + Culture
Lanto Griffin is fourth in the FedEx Cup standings. Photo courtesy of PGA Tour Media.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 5, 2020
From the Suncoast Classic to stardom

These five current PGA Tour contenders played in the inaugural LECOM Suncoast Classic.

  • East County
  • Sports
"Bedsheet Man" co-producers David Leo Shultz, of Los Angeles, and Ryan Bodie, of Heritage Harbour, edit scenes.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • August 24, 2017
'Bedsheet Man' made without deep pockets

Locally produced short film hopes to generate widespread attention.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 24, 2022
Sarasota Cops Corner: Auto held hostage

Police reports from around Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
The Public Art Committee recommended selecting “Poly” by Jia Min Nancy Hou to place in the 14th Street roundabout.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 19, 2019
Committee endorses U.S. 41 roundabout artwork

In August, as construction continues at 10th Street and 14th Street, work may begin on a new roundabout at Fruitville Road.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Following complaints from downtown Sarasota merchants and residents, the motorcycle festival is moving almost entirely out of the city and expanding its presence elsewhere in the region.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 30, 2016
Top Story — September: Thunder by the Bay relocates to Lakewood Ranch

Catch up on the hottest news items of the of the year with the Observer’s Digital Year in Review.

  • East County
  • News
Police Chief Pete Cumming (right) presented Detective Eric Smith with the Officer of the Year Award.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • April 29, 2020
Detective named Longboat's Officer of the Year

Eric Smith has worked in law enforcement for 36 years.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 6, 2021
Sarasota Memorial plans weekend COVID-19 vaccine clinics for at least 3,000

Doses expected to be distributed by appointment on Saturday and Sunday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Senior forward Kaitlin Bell had eight point against Jefferson High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 21, 2019
Booker girls basketball is one win from the final four

One win from the final four, Booker High girls basketball is playing as a unit under Shantia Grace.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Jordyn Byrd.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 1, 2020
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Jordyn Byrd

The Cardinal Mooney sophomore talks the 2020 season and improving her serve.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 9, 2016
The Power of Performance : Silas Bichler proves that heart and hard work outweigh obstacles

As a Sailor Circus performer living with cerebral palsy, Silas Bichler brings a new light to the performing art.

  • Arts + Culture
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