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Lakewood Ranch football game moved to Thursday.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 28, 2019
Lakewood Ranch football game moved to Thursday

The change was made because of expected inclement weather in Englewood.

  • East County
  • Sports
U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson, D-Fla., is called a “centrist,” which by D.C. media standards means he doesn’t just vote party line; on occasion he will vote for what is best for the country.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 6, 2017
Nelson’s Gorsuch vote reveals who comes first: Himself

He said he will vote in favor of a filibuster to stop Gorsuch’s nomination.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By John Ewing |
  • March 22, 2013
Clásico: Downtown's newest spot for dinner, late-night bites and libations

Clásico: Downtown's newest spot for dinner, late-night bites and libations

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
The former Helmsley Sandcastle Resort opened in 1953.
  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • March 2, 2017
Ocean Properties to redevelop Lido Sandcastle

The 64-year-old former Helmsley Sandcastle Resort on Lido Key will be redeveloped into 304 rooms in two high-rise towers.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Rotary Club donated $7,700 to help fund the agility equipment and two misting cooling stations, which look like fire hydrants, in the dog area at Bayfront Park.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 12, 2017
Fluffy Anderson sounds off on Longboat Key's Bayfront Park

Longboat Key letters to the editor

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Kurt Schultheis Sleepy Lagoon residents survey the area Jan. 17, after feeling the storms early that morning.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 20, 2016
Tornado spares 'Lucky Longboat'

Tornadoes swept through Sarasota and Manatee counties, leaving Longboat on high alert but without major damage.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Freya Robbins, CDFA™ |
  • July 30, 2019
Beyond Making It Work: What To Expect Once Divorce Is Certain

Beyond Making It Work: What To Expect Once Divorce Is Certain

  • Health
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Doug Wagner will split his time between MTC and the deputy superintendent position. File photo.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • August 29, 2018
MTC executive's role expands in Manatee County

School district has set no timetable yet for its investigation into Ron Ciranna.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • September 29, 2016
Designing Women Boutique Salon Series returns after summer hiatus

The first Salon Series lecture of the fall features the keeper of the Ca’ d’Zan.

  • Black Tie
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 14, 2011
Pirate volleyball camp dates announced

Braden River High will host its Pirate Volleyball Camp July 25-27.

  • East County
  • Sports
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 6, 2015
Weekend's best bets: Friday, March 6

Weekend's best bets: Friday, March 6

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Angel Corning, Elizabeth Moore, Lotta Koppan, Beth Noyes and Marilyn Borysek
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 15, 2019
Forty Carrots pulls out all the stops for Wine, Women & Shoes

The Signature Luncheon was held Nov. 15 at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
A lane of Mound Street is blocked this evening as officers conduct an investigation. Photo courtesy Sarasota Police Department.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 9, 2019
Sarasota Police investigate dead body found downtown

The body was found in a canal near Mound Street and Osprey Avenue.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Cardinal Mooney senior Keri McMahon will play volleyball for Eckerd College.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 10, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Pair of seniors land college scholarships.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The annual soccer tournament on Labor Day brings big crowds to Premier Sports Campus.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 16, 2018
Calendar fall 2018

Fall is packed with family fun and activities for kids of all ages.

  • LWR Life
East County sports roundup: 06.27.17
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 27, 2017
East County sports roundup: 06.27.17

East County sports roundup: 06.27.17

  • East County
  • Sports
Ellen Dizio reads “Caps for Sale” to Keiryn Lacy.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • October 31, 2018
Rockin' Readers program turns the page for Booker Elementary students

Ruthie Maass started the program 13 years ago in an effort to improve reading in multiple grade levels.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • February 11, 2013
Animal Rescue Coalition Grassroots

A local animal rescue service is now accepting donations through social media service, Groupon.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Steven Hanson, pictured on the site of his company’s latest project at 1425 Westway Drive. The home, listed for $6.5 million, is approximately three weeks away from completion.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 3, 2013
Modus bets the house on new construction

Steven Hanson, managing partner of Modus Operandi Partners LP and Modus Construction LLC, sees opportunity in new 'spec' home construction.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
“It is my intention to direct officers to allow businessmen, including yard maintenance workers, marinas and repairman, to continue business as usual,” Police Chief Al Hogle said.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 27, 2011
Parking ordinance questioned

A revised Key parking ordinance does not allow motorists to park off of Gulf of Mexico Drive, unless it's in a legally nonconforming space, such as the ones at Twin Shores.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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