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Urban Design Studio Director Karin Murphy.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 3, 2018
Issues to watch 2018: Zoning codes

The city and county will both review proposed changes to development regulations this year.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Porter Osuch, a third-grader, colors on the first day of school in August at Willis Elementary. Willis is one of several East County schools  at which the School District plans to add more classrooms. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 3, 2018
Growth fuels need for more teachers in Manatee County

Superintendent says district needs more money to lengthen school day, increase teacher pay.

  • East County
  • News
Ron Basque and Ryan Modjeski, 13, sing "Believe" from "Finding Neverland."
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 10, 2018
Final act for Players Centre?

The performing arts group announces upcoming season, which could be its final at the current theater.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • March 28, 2018
APRIL FOOLS: Coming arts and culture center books Hamilton

The American musical based on the life of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton will have a three-week run on Longboat Key.

  • April Fools
Bulldozers have begun clearing land immediately west of Grand Harbour Parkway and north of State Road 64. Equipment is using existing stub-outs in the road to access the property.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 14, 2018
Possible Costco shows the impact of development

The new store adjacent to Heritage Harbour could change traffic, aesthetics.

  • East County
  • News
Ellen Tomek falls back into the arms of U.S. teammate Meghan O'Leary after they earned a silver medal in the Women's Double Sculls on Sunday at the 2017 World Rowing Championships in Sarasota.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 1, 2017
2017 World Rowing Championships closes in Sarasota

Sarasota, Manatee county areas big winners in tourism.

  • East County
  • News
All 10 performances will be broadcast live from the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City.
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 6, 2017
CinéBistro Siesta Key begins showing Metropolitan Opera performances

Residents will soon be able to experience Met Opera performances broadcast live from the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts.

  • Arts + Culture
Photo by Justin Demutiis Photography.
  • A time to celebrate |
  • August 24, 2016
Just Married: Lea Mei and James Buchanan

Lea Mei and James Buchanan were married Friday, May 6.

  • Sarasota
  • Celebrations
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 7, 2016
Longboat Key Letters to the Editor

Business incentives rob Peter to pay Paul; No extras for Colony property

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Daisy Vulovich, an associate vice president, explains how State College of Florida aligns itself to help area businesses.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 25, 2016
Educators, businesses form bonds that should help growth in Manatee County

Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance event discusses the 'State of Talent' in the area.

  • East County
  • News
"Evolving/Revolving" photo by John Revisky.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 1, 2016
Sarasota Contemporary Dance comes full circle in 'Evolving/Revolving'

Sarasota Contemporary Dance closes its 10th season by looking to the past — and the future.

  • Arts + Culture
The city is considering a policy that would regulate the streets commercial trucks could use as through routes.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 16, 2017
City weighs changes to truck policy

The city wants to address resident concerns about large trucks traveling through neighborhoods.

  • Sarasota
  • News
MSC realtor Julie McClung (left) stands alongside Red Cross Major Gifts Officer Kristin Burke (second from left), MSC realtor Bobbie Bannan (second from right) and Jewish Family & Children’s Services CEO Heidi Brown.
  • By Ryan Butler |
  • July 25, 2017
Michael Saunders Foundation grants aid 50 local causes

The $56,000 awarded will go to help local nonprofits.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dick Pelton has done a lot of research on brain health, which is part of what prompts him to stay so busy — he knows how good it can be for your mind.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • August 1, 2017
Healthy brains lead to happier people

To live life to the fullest, Dick Pelton advises to stay busy, stay engaged and have a purpose.

  • Health
Volunteer Roxanne Williamson holds up a 10-pound bag of shells found on the grounds of Phillippi Estate Park.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 7, 2016
WHAT'S HAPPENING: Consortium of Colleges, City land swap

WEEK OF JAN. 7 2016

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • July 11, 2015
Film Review: 'Amy'

The new documentary "Amy" explores the rise and fall of musical genius Amy Winehouse.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Members of the Inter-District Authority Board vote on their 2015-2016 budget.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 22, 2015
IDA holds costs down

The budget adoption paves the way for Lakewood Ranch CDD budget adoptions next month.

  • East County
  • News
The centerpieces at the Sarasota Opera Gala were created by Becky Creighton of Flowers by Fudgie, and because no cherry blossoms could be found, they were replaced with pink roses, pink bougainvillea and orchids.
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • January 23, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 01.26.17

From ritzy galas to famous speakers, this is what you missed on the social scene last week.

  • Black Tie
  • By Katie Johns |
  • February 8, 2017
Longboat Key Obituaries

Dudley Chipley Barrow and Abbott Buegeleisen,

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
One of eight existing gauges is located on River Club Boulevard, where the road crosses the Braden River.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 15, 2017
Manatee gauges water levels

A new rain gauge on Mill Creek will be the county's ninth gauge on waterways.

  • East County
  • News
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