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Jaymie Klauber spends time on her Polo Club ranch with 14-year-old Macarena. She has opened a new business, Epic Equine Experiences.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 15, 2018
Epic start in Lakewood Ranch

Former Polo Grill & Bar co-owner Jaymie Klauber takes a different trail in starting equine business.

  • East County
  • News
The U.S. 41-Gulfstream Avenue intersection isn’t too busy in August, but barrier island residents believe improving traffic flow on these streets is crucial. The city, however, is focusing more on pedestrian-oriented changes.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 17, 2017
Taming U.S. 41: City, residents discuss roadway changes

The city wants to make U.S. 41 safer for pedestrians. Residents want to make it less congested. Is there a solution that can satisfy everyone’s needs?

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch's Erv Hyde is 78 but he still loves to make music.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 8, 2019
Come join the Manatee Community Concert Band

Lakewood Ranch residents among those who enjoy a renewed musical career with the Manatee Community Concert Band.

  • East County
  • News
Erin Kraft is a Chicago-based freelance director and recent graduate of DePaul University’s directing program. Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • March 20, 2019
Urbanite Theatre tells the taboo tale of a child disappearance in 'In a Word'

Lauren Yee’s 'In a Word' pushes the limits of live theater at Urbanite Theatre. Director Erin Kraft wouldn’t have it any other way.

  • Arts + Culture
The Colony Association presented a $3.1 million offer for a Colony rec lease today that was accepted in U.S. Bankruptcy Judge K. Rodney May’s courtroom.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 4, 2015
Colony Association acquires triple debtor estate for $3.1 million

A $3.1 million offer for a Colony Beach & Tennis Resort triple debtor estate was awarded to the Colony Association Friday in court. But a rec lease and a rec lease judgment are still in dispute.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Betty Greenspan has designed original botanical art for nearly 40 years. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • August 1, 2018
Betty Greenspan's permanent botanical artwork exudes flower power

The owner of Fusion Botanical Arts, Betty Greenspan, creates works inspired by nature that promote joy and healing.

  • Arts + Culture
The play follows the journey of the eponymous Hetty Feather, a feisty, redheaded orphan in 19th-century England, who joins the circus to search for her real family (photo by Donald Cooper).
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • December 11, 2015
Asolo Rep runs away to the circus in Hetty Feather

The popular 2014 London family-friendly, circus adventure will receive its American premiere in Sarasota in June.

  • Arts + Culture
Residents say outdoor staircases at the garage, depicted in this rendering, could negatively affect the homes across the street with light and noise. The city says residents’ concerns are being taken into consideration.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 11, 2017
St. Armands garage plans trouble neighbors

As the city finalizes the design of the St. Armands Circle parking garage, residents near the project site fear their interests aren’t being taken into consideration.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • October 10, 2018
Cops Corner: When the car haulers return, it can only mean fall is here

Police reports from around the Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • February 15, 2018
Models sparkle on the runway for SPARCC

SPARCCle on the Runway: Fashion Police was hosted Feb. 15 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
Enjoy this week'  s edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 9, 2017
Cops Corner: Sarasota 3.9.17

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
The Rev. Chip Bennett, pastor of Grace Community Church, says the new church building is designed to foster a sense of community despite its size. It will accommodate up to 1,000 people per service when completed.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 12, 2020
Lakewood Ranch church hopes to shine in Corporate Park

The 43,000-square-foot facility is expected to open August 2020.

  • East County
  • News
The Siesta Key home at 3500 Bayou Louise Lane was built in 2002. It has five bedrooms, five baths, a pool and 5,656 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • March 14, 2021
Siesta Key home sells for $8 million

Residential real estate transactions for March 1-5.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Deb Kehoe and Kathi Skelton flank Staff Sgt. Christopher Gordon, who was honored during the 2018 Rosedale Golf Classic.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 18, 2018
Rosedale women pull heart strings in Manatee County to help vets

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

  • East County
  • News
As part of the project, the sidewalk will be extended along the south side of Ringling Causeway, and Australian pines removed on both sides.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • October 14, 2019
Trail expansion along Ringling starts soon

Australian pines will be removed as part of city of Sarasota project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • January 13, 2018
Runners support Sarasota YMCA at annual Ringling Bridge Run

Now in its 15th year, more than 1,500 runners participated in the major event.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 4, 2012
News Briefs

Siesta Sheriff facility extends lease; Siesta water facility back on track; Siesta Key flooding traps residents; Say what, Siesta?

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • April 5, 2012
State Street: Urban Chic Meets Classic Comfort with a Twist!

State Street: Urban Chic Meets Classic Comfort with a Twist!

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Dick Vitale will present a $200,000 pediatric cancer research grant in the name of Tyler Trent.Â
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 8, 2019
Dick Vitale to present $200,000 pediatric cancer research grant at Gala

The grant will be made in honor of former Purdue University student Tyler Trent

  • East County
  • Sports
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  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • November 26, 2013
Thanksgiving Day: Super Bowl for Foodies?

Thanksgiving Day: Super Bowl for Foodies?

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
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