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Terri and Michael Klauber. Photo by Stephanie Hannum.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 12, 2013
Special surprise

Terri Klauber was surprised to walk into her own surprise party on Saturday, Sept. 7.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Mark Gordon and Katie Johns |
  • November 28, 2018
Murf Klauber's zest for life included his personal and professional endeavors

Considered a true renaissance man and a visionary thinker by many who knew him — and a sartorial standout who was rarely not seen in a colorful tropical shirt and loafers on his feet, never socks  — Dr. Murray "Murf" Klauber died Nov. 22. He was 91.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Televising the afternoon workshops was one of Bridget Ziegler's staples in her campaign for her school board seat.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • December 8, 2014
Kovach proffers compromise on televising board workshops

Frank Kovach, chairman of the Sarasota County School Board, wants to make sure board discussions are accessible for residents but allow for informal discussion, too.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Photo courtesy of Eric Anderson. Sarasota-based Boyce Avenue is made up of three brothers: Daniel Manzano, left, 35, plays bass and percussion; Alejandro Manzano, 29, is lead vocals and plays piano and guitar; and Fabian Manzano, 31, right, plays guitar a
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • May 11, 2016
Band of Brothers: Boyce Avenue's unique road to stardom

How does a local band find global success? Lots of persistence. And never relent on quality.

  • Arts + Culture
Ben & Jerry’s Manager Peter Quaresima scoops The Tonight Dough, one of the shop’s most popular flavors.
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • August 19, 2015
I Scream, You Scream

We all scream for St. Armands ice cream.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Shahid Avraham records all his music in his Lakewood Ranch home studio — usually in the dark. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • August 29, 2018
Local artist Shahid Avraham to release new hip-hop album, 'Some Real Quality'

Lakewood Ranch-based singer/songwriter Shahid Avraham is about to release new music — album 'Some Real Quality' — for the first time in more than two years. But he acts like he never stopped.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 12, 2010
News Briefs 05.13.10

The trial of former Braden River High School football coach Josh Hunter, out on bond on a DUI manslaughter charge, was slated to begin this week with jury selection starting May 10.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 27, 2009
Who owns Beer Can Island?

The town of Longboat Key and Manatee County disagree about who should be responsible for the popular swath of sand.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Drs. Brad and Ashley Masuga plan to open an optometry practice on Main Street. Photo courtesy of Amanda Vercheski
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 22, 2014
Lakewood Ranch Main Street reaches 100% occupancy

Lakewood Ranch Commercial Realty expects the final lease to be signed this week.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • August 23, 2016
Film review: 'Hell or High Water'

Chris Pine shines in this cat-and-mouse thriller.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 20, 2012
News Briefs

Homeowners hold protest against builder; Grant applications available for charities; Habitat for Humanity to repair, renovate homes

  • East County
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In an exclusive interview with The Observer, Gov. Rick Scott says he is staying true to his core principles and goals of putting the state back to work even as he altars how he handles Tallahassee and the media. Photo by Rod Thomson.
  • By Rod Thomson |
  • February 1, 2012
Gov. Scott stays on track

Despite surprising decisions to spend more money on education and Everglades restoration, Gov. Rick Scott is sticking to his principles of shrinking government and growing the economy.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub site plan amendment and special exception approval will be revisited.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 20, 2013
Mar Vista project will be reviewed again

Commissioners will review a Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub project after Mar Vista owner Ed Chiles requested a re-hearing.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Tonya Herschberger and Linda Keefe. Courtesy Photo.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • August 18, 2011
Nurse and patient are all smiles at reunion

Four years ago, Linda and Larry Keefe were walking their dogs in downtown Sarasota when a drunk driver lost control of her vehicle.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
As CEO of Jebco Ventures, Bridges is spearheading two hotel projects and three residential developments, among other efforts.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 7, 2016
People to Watch: Bridges builds up development resume

Jebco Ventures CEO Jim Bridges has a full docket of ongoing projects throughout Sarasota, and he's embracing every challenge.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • April 5, 2017
Goldfarb gets off her yoga mat after 30 years

Executive director continues as leader of Longboat Key Education Center but will no longer teach yoga classes.

  • Health
Iris Simone Cannatello
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 27, 2013
Occasions: Birth Announcements

The Observer welcomes East County's newest additions.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Commissioner Phill Younger’s analysis suggests that just 1.8% to 3% of entries and exits to the Key are through traffic.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 19, 2014
Analysis suggests few mainlanders use GMD as thoroughfare

Commissioner Phill Younger analyzed data from traffic cameras on both ends of the island and concluded that reports of through traffic are overestimates.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By George Rauch |
  • March 6, 2013
Market Watch: No clear path for the investor exists

We need to step back, take a look at our investment life and redefine where profits will come from in the future.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Christine Kasten wants to foster stronger ties between local businesses and her new organization, SMART. Courtesy photo
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • May 6, 2015
New director plans for SMART growth

Christine Kasten takes the reins as the first paid executive director of the Sarasota Manatee Association for Riding Therapy.

  • East County
  • News
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