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Verier-Dunn says she’s excited to not only work in the studio but give talks about movement and the artistic process in museum classrooms. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 24, 2018
Moving Ethos dance company gets a home for expression at The Ringling

The contemporary dance group will kick off its new residency with The Ringling at Ringling Underground Nov. 1.

  • Arts + Culture
Girl Scouts Mylee Gilbert, 9, and McKinlee Gilbert, 8, show off their gingerbread houses at the annual Gingerbread Festival at the Mall at UTC in 2018. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 4, 2019
Home sweet home in East County

East County Girl Scouts share tips on how to make the perfect gingerbread house

  • East County
  • News
John Staley (left), Frank Mastelli, Dolores Diener, Karen Hahn and Tom Diener
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • February 7, 2018
Longboat takes a swing at relieving pickleball congestion

One of the two public tennis courts could don pickleball lines within a month — and the tennis center is open to adding pickleball courts, too

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The city has no formal plans to revise its special event policy, but staff is undertaking a thorough review of this year’s Thunder by the Bay.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 28, 2016
Reports contrast on Thunder by the Bay's economic impact

A survey of merchants indicated Thunder by the Bay hampered business downtown, but the organizer wants the city to consider broader impacts when evaluating the event’s future.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Freya Robbins |
  • January 30, 2019
Healthy Relationships with Freya Robbins

Healthy Relationships with Freya Robbins

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"Damn the torpedoes — I’m reading The Observer," says Barb Smith.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 11, 2012
Enthusiastic reader takes Observer on tour of Europe

Ordinarily, we are thrilled whenever we receive an It's Read Everywhere submission from one of our readers. We're always amazed where you take our little paper -- and your creativity in composing the photograph.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Used with permission by David Ramba.
  • By Sten Spinella |
  • September 18, 2019
Town lobbyist protects Longboat Key interests at state level

David Ramba focuses on issues like beach re-nourishment and short-term vacation rentals.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Luis de Jesus, of Pincher's Crab Shack, prepared ribs for the crowd.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 1, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Grill masters face off

East County residents flocked Sept. 29, to Lakewood Ranch Main Street, for the plaza's fourth annual BBQ Cook-off event.

  • East County
  • News
Rex Tharp, a purple heart recipient and Army veteran from North Manchester, Ind. and Jon Carnes, a Naples native who served in the Marines
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • April 25, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Florida Fun Shoot

The Ancient Oak Gun Club hosted the First Annual Florida Fun Shoot Friday, April 25. Proceeds from the event went to Operation Second Chance to assist wounded veterans.

  • East County
  • News
Like the Naples hybrid store, the Longboat Key Publix will offer an enhanced selection of artisan cheeses and will have a cheese specialist on staff. Photo courtesy of Publix.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 14, 2012
Publix plan nears checkout time

The Lakeland-based supermarket chain still aims to close its existing Publix in April to re-open by the end of this year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 25, 2009
Tara club completes golf course renovation

After nearly eight months, Tara Golf & Country Club will unveil its golf course during a grand opening celebration Dec. 1.

  • East County
  • Sports
Eight-year-old Olivia Trawick, of Parrish, travels to Lakewood Ranch Park each week for her tennis lessons. The tennis courts are the closest public courts to her home.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 14, 2016
Consultant hired to study Manatee County's parks

What level of service do Manatee County residents desire for parks and recreation?

  • East County
  • News
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 17, 2017
Cops Corner: Sarasota 8.17.17

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 30, 2013
JUST THE STATS

9 - The number of 3-pointers Emily Bulfin sank to set a new Lakewood Ranch school record Jan. 25.

  • East County
  • Sports
Irwin Pastor, 75, spent most of his life in the Pepsi business.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • November 15, 2017
At-large commissioner in the race for re-election

Irwin Pastor, a second-term at-large commissioner, says he wants to finish what he's started

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • May 3, 2013
Weekend Best Bet: Braden River Music Festival and Gumbo Cook-off

Linger Lodge will host the Braden River Music Festival and Gumbo Cook-off Saturday, May 4, at the restaurant and campground, 7205 85th St. Court E., Bradenton.'¨'¨

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Neal Communities opened Central Park in Lakewood Ranch last July. It recently celebrated the 100th home sale in the new community.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 11, 2011
Business Observer

Neal Communities sells 100th home in Central Park; SWAT Networking launches new Lakewood Ranch chapter; Lakewood Ranch home sales continue to climb; Furniture consignment shop to hold grand opening; and Paradise Homes names new vice president.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • October 8, 2009
Land offer complicates parking garage

M&I Bank wants to lease its vacant lot to the city for public parking. At least one commissioner thinks the potential acquisition could replace the planned Palm Avenue parking garage.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 12, 2019
Cops Corner: Sarasota 12.12.19

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Both Lakewood Ranch and The Out-of-Door Academy will play Monday night.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 25, 2017
Weather postpones season opener for two area football teams

Both Lakewood Ranch and The Out-of-Door Academy will play Monday night.

  • East County
  • Sports
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