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SUGAR founders Victoria Cobb, Stefanie Guido and Ali Pereira  show off new backpacks donated after they posted a request on Facebook.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 25, 2017
Moms sweeten opportunities for service in Lakewood Ranch area

Three moms start SUGAR, an organization to help children learn about volunteerism.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 5, 2012
Town offers fire contract with 3% raise

The town of Longboat Key is offering firefighters a raise, but it is willing to go to impasse concerning the pension issue.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Siesta Key Wastewater Treatment Facility, located on Oakmont Place, off of Midnight Pass Road, emits a distinct odor.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • March 19, 2015
Commissioners pump more money into Siesta Key station

The $25 million Siesta Key pump station project, scheduled to be completed in 2016, was delayed to coincide with a Phillippi Creek septic project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • March 8, 2018
The price to earn an ‘A’

Sarasota’s school tax vote is a ‘renewal ritual.’ But for the new school tax to pass in Manatee, voters need to see a dramatic change. Two of its board members should resign.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Jennifer Schafer holds a scallop shell she found at last year's search.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • August 14, 2017
Sarasota Bay Watch prepares for the Great Scallop Search of 2017

The 10th annual scallop search will begin at 8 a.m. on Aug. 26.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 4, 2012
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Guest Author |
  • November 23, 2018
Holiday spirits

These five East County cocktails will keep you merry and bright all season long.

  • LWR Life
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 22, 2012
Mother organizes new dance

Jamie Foss is planning a special father/daughter dance for the community March 9. Reservations are required by March 2.

  • East County
  • News
The National Association of Letter Carriers food drive to benefit the All Faiths Food Bank Campaign Against Summer Hunger.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • May 10, 2016
Letter Carriers partner with All Faiths Food Bank to Stamp Out Hunger

The National Association of Letter Carriers food drive to benefit the All Faiths Food Bank Campaign Against Summer Hunger.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • May 21, 2017
Asolo supporters cook up tasty fundraiser

Asolo Repertory Theatre’s annual end-of-season fundraising event, Men Who Cook and Brew, took place on May 21 at Mattison’s Bayside at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

  • Black Tie
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 31, 2010
Pendleton senior tumbles to state title

Lakewood Ranch resident Matt Frey won the level 10 USA Gymnastics Florida State Championship earlier this month in Daytona Beach. Frey is now preparing for the Region 8 Championships April 9-11.

  • East County
  • Sports
Ryan Heers, co-owner Dr. Elijah Benioni, Kimberly Marlow, co-owner Dr. Briana Southerland and Warren Decuir
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • May 2, 2012
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Aesthetic Arts Institute business opens on Main Street in Sarasota; Longboat Key triathlon sprint event needs volunteers for this weekend; Longboat Key resident to teach fitness classes at Sarasota Ballet

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • November 11, 2009
Guest Fashion Editor - Carolyn Ann Holder

GUEST FASHION EDITOR: CAROLYN ANN HOLDER

  • Black Tie
Charlie Morse and Bill Robinson won the Puttin on the Ritz tournament last year.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 30, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance Puttin on the Ritz

Dozens of members of the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance showed off their putting skills during the organization's annual Puttin on the Ritz event April 29. Members and their guests enjoyed a lunch and silent auction before hitting the course at The Ritz-Carlton Member's Golf Club in Lakewood Ranch. A trophy was awarded to the winning team and the winner of the putting contest received a new putter valued at $100.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Film crews capped off their visit by interviewing patrons at their tables. Photos courtesy of Sarasota Sally.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 8, 2012
Travel Channel spotlights East County's Linger Lodge

Film crews from the Travel Channel filmed a segment at the local eatery Linger Lodge Restaurant and Bar.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 30, 2011
Toys for Tots taking donations

Michael Saunders and Co. teamed up with Marines to ensure all needy Southwest Florida children receive presents this year through Toys for Tots.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Pinellas Safe Harbor
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 19, 2015
Failed model in Pinellas

The data from Pinellas County’s come-as-you-are homeless shelter doesn’t bode well for Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Eduardo Anaya |
  • March 14, 2013
PREEN & CHIC: The big screen!

PREEN & CHIC: The big screen!

  • Arts + Culture
The commission also will consider a  parking ordinance that prohibits parking in the state right-of-way along Gulf of Mexico Drive.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 2, 2011
Commission considers Colony request tonight

The Longboat Key Town Commission will decide whether to allow the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort to re-open by Dec. 31, 2012.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 21, 2014
TWIS Tour Guide: Bloody Marys

TWIS Tour Guide: Bloody Marys

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
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