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Johnnie Williams IV drives the lane for a layup against Southeast.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 2, 2017
Booker sophomore finds success after tragedy

The 6-foot-3 forward is already getting D-I scholarship offers.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
John League, left, discusses the proposed Legacy Trail extension on Saturday at Payne Park.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 29, 2018
City examines Legacy Trail connection options

As the county explores a possible Legacy Trail extension, the city is exploring the ways it could capitalized on the popular bicycle and pedestrian route.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Declan Young, 13 months, plays in the grass during school spirit day.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • September 20, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : St. Martha School Spirit Day

St. Martha Catholic School parents and children celebrated School Spirit Day Friday, Sept. 20, at Cardinal Mooney High School. Kids munched on tailgate food like hot dogs and chili while others played football and frisbee. Some parents and children attended the Cardinal Mooney football game after.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Eri Vincent, right, who owns her own makeup art business,  demonstrates a natural blush look. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • August 10, 2017
Natural Beauty: How to create the fresh-face look that's perfect for the heat

Three local makeup artists gave us their best tips and tricks for an easy, barely-there makeup look.

  • Black Tie
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 14, 2012
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Chamber honors construction company for its service; Taylor Morrison rep named as panelist; John Neal Homes reports record third quarter sales; Salt and Light Productions receives Emmy nod

  • East County
  • News
Alisha Leopold decided to chair the donation drive for foster children at Temple Emanu-El because of a personal connection.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • April 14, 2016
Mitzvah Day donations to benefit foster children on the move

Former foster child chairs luggage donation drive for Temple Emanu-El Mitzvah Day.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Ahoy! Tim and Beth Self are on board.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • November 1, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Chamber's SandFest

The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce kicked off November with a splash, as patrons danced, sang and ate beachside Nov. 1 at the Siesta Beach Pavilion.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 25, 2012
News Briefs

Imagine School principal resigns; Home burglarized in Lakewood Ranch; Study shows physician shortage in East County

  • East County
  • News
Lisa Chavez  plays Rosina in "The Barber of Seville" at Sarasota Opera House. Photo by Cliff Roles
  • By Edward Alley |
  • October 29, 2018
Sarasota Opera receives well-earned standing ovation for 'The Barber of Seville'

Rossini's most beloved opera runs through Nov. 11 at the Sarasota Opera House.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Lynn Earl
  • By Dora Walters |
  • March 24, 2011
Earl's 95th birthday arrives right on schedule

Lynn Earl celebrated her 95th birthday on March 12 with her 21 grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 10, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Bradentucky Bombers season opener

PHOTO GALLERY: Bradentucky Bombers season opener

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Laura Daniel Gale goes by the stage name Lady La La and Berry Ayers goes by the stage name Beneva Fruitville. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • August 14, 2019
Beneva Fruitville and Lady La La celebrate empowering performances

'Beneva Fruitville’s Drag Queen Bingo Bonanza' and Black Diamond Burlesque turn 9.

  • Arts + Culture
The commission will meet at the Manatee County Administrative Center, 1112 Manatee Ave. W.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 14, 2011
Planners consider East County development

The Manatee County Planning Commission today will make recommendations regarding several East County projects.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • May 24, 2017
Longboater pens medical mystery book

Dr. Stuart Mushlin is on faculty at Harvard Medical School, but the patients he's met have taught him more than any other research could.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee freshman Kristie Affolter believes the government has overreached its boundaries with the Affordable Care Act.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • October 3, 2013
VIDEO: Young professionals discuss healthcare reform

Sarasota college students and young professionals sound off on the Affordable Care Act.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota's Isabel Traba finished sixth in the 200 IM (2:06.16) and eighth in the girls 100 butterfly (55.68) at the Class 4A state meet on Nov. 10. File photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 31, 2018
Prose and Kohn: Golden hours for the high school season

Our columnist's favorite moments of the 2017-2018 school year.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
These circle dances often involve handholding.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • October 22, 2012
VIDEO: The Sarasota Grapeviners

The Sarasota Grapeviners are an international folk dance group that meets every Wednesday from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the John Chidsey Bayfront Community Center.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 28, 2017
Business professionals hit the green for Ranch Scramble

Lakewood Ranch golf outing proves a hit.

  • East County
  • News
Booker High School Key Club members Janae Bryant, 17, Venesha Bryant, 18, Sandi Jackson, 18, and Akira Peterson, 18, pose with Congressman Vern Buchanan, Friday, April 20, at the Golden Apple Dinner Theater.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • April 24, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Buchanan talks at Sarasota Kiwanis Club meeting

The Sarasota Kiwanis Club had Congressman Vern Buchanan attend their most recent meeting, Friday, April 20, at the Golden Apple Dinner Theater.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Type 1 diabetes requires constant monitoring but it hasn't kept Kate Arpke Houle from pursuing activities such as water skiing and aerial acrobatics.
  • By Katie Hendrick |
  • April 10, 2013
Team Euphemia Haye walks for diabetes cure

Euphemia Haye restaurant owners Ray and D'Arcy Arpke fight to advance treatment for the disease that has been part of their daughter's life since she was in college.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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