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Town Manager David Bullock said that the current pension plan is unsustainable when presenting his proposal to firefighters last month.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 27, 2012
Firefighters contribute pension proposal

Firefighters say they're willing to accept changes that could reduce their pension benefits but will reject any 401(a) plan.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Madison Pack played an integral role in helping lead the Sarasota girls basketball team to the Final Four in her first season with the team.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 30, 2014
Top teams of 2014

The Observer names the top sports teams of 2014.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Jessi Smith |
  • June 29, 2012
Let your creativity blossom at Victoria Blooms flower arranging classes

Let your creativity blossom at Victoria Blooms flower arranging classes

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Guest conductor Ludovic Morlot led what, on paper, seemed to be a curious lineup of pieces that proved to be an intriguing combination. Photo by Lisa-Marie Mazzucco
  • By Edward Alley |
  • February 2, 2020
Sarasota Orchestra's Masterworks 4 reveals itself in a satisfying way

Guest conductor Morlot brings together a curious trio of pieces.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Andrea Mogensen's law office is located near downtown Sarasota, but despite her notoriety at City Hall, the scope of her work extends beyond the city limits. She said she works with people throughout the state on open government cases.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 15, 2014
Power of Attorney: Andrea Mogensen

At the center of a series of lawsuits accusing officials of interfering with city government, attorney Andrea Mogensen says she's helping people stand up to authority.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 18, 2019
East County weather page photo: July 18

Scott Veix captures a snowy egret catching a bite to eat on White Eagle Boulevard.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 18, 2019
Longboat Key weather page photo: July 18

Sergio Albuquerque caught this sunset through a veil of heavy clouds on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Roy |
  • December 24, 2010
TOP STORY, FEB.: 'Unconditional Surrender' to stay on bayfront

By a 3-2 vote, the city commissioners approved of an offer to accept a veteran's donation of the kissing sailor sculpture.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Most of the damage from Hurricane Irma in Sarasota County was minor.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • February 28, 2018
FEMA’s Irma payout in Sarasota: $9.7 million, so far

FEMA gave out almost $10 million in individual assistance grants in Sarasota County, and as we head into another hurricane season, residents are still working to get repairs completed.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Scott Hopes, a School District of Manatee County board member, shows one of the masks that will be distributed as part of the Mask Up Manatee Coalition campaign to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • August 12, 2020
Coalition formed to help keep schools open in Manatee County

County agencies, businesses and schools partner to remind the public about CDC guidelines.

  • East County
  • News
Jane Vargas and Arlene Skversky
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • February 13, 2020
Voter registration booth here to help

Volunteers are here to answer all your questions about how and where to vote.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
1. Braden River's O'Mariah Gordon repeated as the Gatorade Florida Girls Basketball Player of the Year.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 17, 2020
A year of triumph: The top-10 moments of the East County high school sports season

Multiple aea athletes got national and state recognition for their accomplishments this season.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 1, 2019
APRIL FOOLS: Contract gaffe means less sand for Lido

APRIL FOOLS: Maritime law expert says dispute's resolution might have to stand.

  • April Fools
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 13, 2019
Physics Club gathers for annual Christmas party

The Longboat Key Physics Club enjoyed dinner and good conversation.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Cask and Ale is proposed for the space west of Evie’s Tavern.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 19, 2016
City regulations on downtown bars prove flexible

Despite resident opposition, officials have endorsed a Main Street business’ application for a liquor license. How does the city gauge the proper cutoff point for downtown bars?

  • Sarasota
  • News
Joe King discovered Paul Rudolph’s work 25 years ago, in college.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • November 4, 2015
This New House: Joe King honors architectural hero

With his Walker Guest House replica, architect Joe King pays tribute to Paul Rudolph, the man who first inspired him.

  • Arts + Culture
Kim Spruance, a Greyhawk Landing resident, kisses her new puppy, Bonita Chica.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 1, 2020
Community comes to pets' rescue in East County

Community comes to pets' rescue in East County

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 13, 2011
End of the road

The Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team saw its historic season come to a close with a 3-0 loss to Tarpon Springs in the Class 3A-Region 3 finals Nov. 12.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Triton Bend property represents a rarity on Longboat Key because it is a developable tract of vacant land. Construction recently began on two of 13 planned homes. File Photo.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 2, 2013
Real estate: Lifestyle, lifestyle, lifestyle

Longboat Key has always had location working in its favor. But can it stay competitive in lifestyle offerings?

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 19, 2018
LBK firefighter rescues man clinging to small sailboat

93-year-old man taken to hospital for hypothermia treatment.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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