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  • By Amanda Morales |
  • July 28, 2015
In Bloom: Director of Botany for Selby Gardens

Director of Botany Bruce Holst recalls his 20 years with Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Lakewood Ranch boys cross country team won the Class 4A District 8 meet on Oct. 20 at Palm Harbor University.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 20, 2016
Lakewood Ranch boys cross country team wins district meet

The team qualified for its regional meet on Oct. 28.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 27, 2019
Sarasota weather page photo: September 26

Lois Kastner photographed this heron overlooking Clower Creek in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Dozens of volunteers, including members of Venice Theatre, arrived at the Players Centre for Performing Arts to help replace a water-damaged floor.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • September 20, 2017
Weathering the Storm: Arts community proves resilient after Hurricane Irma

In the days following the historic storm, Sarasota’s arts community shows its strength.

  • Arts + Culture
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • August 7, 2015
City rejects Taco Bus pick-up window, facade proposals

City rejects Taco Bus pick-up window, facade proposals

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
A “smart ball” — which uses a sensor to identify locations where corrosion may be affecting the pipe, which are then confirmed using ultrasonic testing — was recently used to test the pipe.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 16, 2016
Report: Longboat wastewater pipe has longer lifespan

The island’s sole sewage forcemain to Manatee County has at least 20 more years of use, according to a study.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
New Sir Knights pose with San Damiano Assembly Color Guard Members.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 14, 2015
Knights' council members raise ranks

Blood drive remembers 9/11

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 25, 2010
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  • Sarasota
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  • By Kathryn Parks |
  • June 4, 2014
Theater SRQ&A: Dylan Jones

Theater SRQ&A: Dylan Jones

  • Arts + Culture
Dick Vitale. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 12, 2019
Dick Vitale has 80 reasons to celebrate

ESPN, coaching legend says he's still young at heart.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 7, 2009
Freshmen trio propels Pirate team

Madison Daunt, Bridget Lanier and Kristie Affolter have been pegged to lead this year's Braden River girls cross country team.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • September 13, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Sept. 14

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

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  • Things To Do
Fruitville Road Park could be sold to generate revenue for the city, but residents in nearby communities believe the green space is needed along a stretch of road that’s already home to multiple retail complexes. Photo by David Conway
  • By David Conway |
  • May 22, 2014
Residents fight to preserve Fruitville Road Park

As the city examines selling 7.7 acres of land to make way for a shopping center, residents say it's not in the best interests of the city or the public.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Brian Roberts welcomes participants at his Newtown clinic on Jan. 12.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 17, 2019
Star-studded clinic opens door for Newtown baseball

The Newtown baseball clinic was put on by former Baltimore Orioles All-Star Brian Roberts, with help from other community leaders

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Brain Health Initiative Executive Director Stephanie Peabody held roundtable discussions with  Lakewood Ranch residents in March.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 10, 2020
Brain Health Initiative pilot study takes off in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch residents will receive requests to participate in Brain Health Initiative pilot study.

  • East County
  • News
Gilbert W. McNeal Elementary School teachers Denise Touchberry and Andrea Berninger received a $1,000 grant to maintain the school’s garden and build birdhouses for the McNeal Garden Club.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • October 25, 2017
Grants enrich seeds of learning at McNeal Elementary

McNeal Elementary garden club among Manatee Education Foundation grant recipients.

  • East County
  • News
Transition Sarasota volunteer Adam McIntosh gleans tomatoes at Enza Zaden Research Facility located in Myakka City.
  • By Randi Donahue |
  • August 15, 2019
Waste Not

Glean (verb): to gather grain or other produce left in the fields by reapers after a seasonal harvest.

  • LWR Life
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 6, 2011
Lido Pool agreement approved

The Lido Beach Pool will continue to be operated by its current concession operator.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • January 6, 2016
People to Watch: Kyanne Merrill

The director of the Community Activities Corporation started her position in April.

  • East County
  • News
The pigs have been seen at the side of Lakewood Ranch Boulevard foraging for food. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 20, 2019
Hog family hams it up in daylight

Large group of wild pigs wallow in public attention.

  • East County
  • News
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