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Hal Lenobel, pictured in late 2009, at Longboat Harbour, where he has owned a unit since 1969. File photo.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 11, 2012
'Hal' of famer: Hal Lenobel

Commissioner Hal Lenobel resigned this week after 12-and-a-half years. He is the longest-serving commissioner in recent town history.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
East County student Casey Rose, 18, programs a robot during class at Manatee Technical College.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 17, 2018
MTC receives historic grant

Governor presents first Florida Job Growth Grant Fund award to East County technical college.

  • East County
  • News
Historical Resources Manager Rob Bendus said it's important to preserve the county's history to add to quality of life.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • May 20, 2021
Historical resources department protects Sarasota County's history

As they celebrate the centennial year, historical resources employees reflect on the past and look toward the future.

  • Sarasota
  • News
While most East County homes don't have a huge risk of flooding, even in a hurricane, county officials say homeowners can make sure they are more prepared for high winds, such as those from Hurricane Irma.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • June 2, 2021
Be alert: It's hurricane season in Lakewood Ranch, too

Manatee County alert system sends localized hurricane notifications

  • East County
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 19, 2016
Wine Women & Shoes gives ladies a chance to strut their best footwear for a good cause

The annual event was held at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota on Friday, Nov. 18.

  • Black Tie
Join Emily Walsh as she reports today's headlines.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • July 20, 2012
July 20: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota Bay Cup Race Chair 2018 Jon Turner, Vice Commodore of Bird Key Yacht Club Bob Williams, President & CEO of Mote Marine Laboratory Dr. Michael P. Crosby, Sarasota Bay Cup Race Chair 2017 Bill Jacobs Photo courtesy of Mote
  • By Katie Johns |
  • July 25, 2017
Mote receives $10,000 donation from Sarasota Bay Cup

Mote Marine Laboratory was the first beneficiary of the Sarasota Bay Cup.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Town officials and firefighters gathered for another round of negotiations Thursday, Nov. 1.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 2, 2012
Firefighters present proposed contract

The town didn't declare impasse with firefighters yesterday but expressed hesitance about dragging out the negotiation process.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Thanks to the success of my first attempt at buche de Noel (yule log cake), I am now committed to making it every year.
  • By Columnist . |
  • November 21, 2019
The Jolly Rancher: The Holiday Roller Coaster

Thoughts on surviving the steep ups and downs of the holidays, finishing the ride and actually looking forward to next year.

  • LWR Life
Olympic street skater Jake Ilardi wants to being a quarter pipe to Payne Park. File photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 1, 2021
Prose and Kohn: News of the world('s best)

Updates from Olympic skateboarding, college softball and high school lacrosse

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 24, 2017
Sarasota weather page photo: August 24

Mary Tygh Parks captured this sunset at Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 24, 2017
Longboat Key weather page photo: August 24

Paul Sephton captured this rainbow over the Gulf of Mexico at Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 20, 2011
IDA approves positions, website

The Lakewood Ranch Inter-District Authority today approved plans to hire several part-time employees and to create a new governance website.

  • East County
  • News
Users can book small performances or full orchestra concerts via a smartphone app.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 1, 2021
APRIL FOOLS: No music hall? No problem.

The Sarasota Orchestra is ditching its plans for a new venue in favor of an on-demand model built around outdoor performances.

  • April Fools
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 17, 2020
Binge Blog: Guns. Lots of guns.

"RoboCop" and "John Wick: Chapter 3 — Parabellum" are this week's selections.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Premier's Director of Sports Antonio Saviano talks about events with Manatee County Visitors and Convention Bureau Executive Director  Elliott Falcione during the Nike International Friendlies Nov. 29.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 6, 2017
Manatee County nears Premier Sports Campus purchase

Manatee County's deal with SMR could be approved at Dec. 7 land use meeting.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 22, 2016
Longboat Key weather page photo: Dec. 22

Kathy Schwartz captured this sunset shot one evening on Lido Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 22, 2016
Sarasota weather page photo: Dec. 22

Norma Pennington captured this photo of a frog in the morning dew in her Venice neighborhood.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
New construction on Siesta Key by NC Ferguson Construction. Photos by Heather Merriman.
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • July 2, 2014
Opposites attract: Blending contemporary and traditional design

This Royal Palm Harbor home illustrates the perfect blend of contemporary and traditional design.

  • Arts + Culture
Jai Shanae plays Lil, Raleigh Mosely II plays Zooty Singleton and Lonnetta Gaines plays Lil’s mother Decie in "Lil & Louis." Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 27, 2019
'Lil & Louis' tells the story of the other Armstrong — Louis' second wife, Lil

The new play shines a light on the jazz legacy of Lil Hardin Armstrong and her rocky relationship with Louis Armstrong.

  • Arts + Culture
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