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Warren Roberts, a retired professor, walks the beach every day.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 17, 2018
Warren Roberts walks through challenges

In 2013, Roberts was hit by a bus while riding his bike. Then, two years ago he had a stroke. Despite these setbacks, he continues to stay active.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • July 14, 2010
Spin cycle

Kelly Insinna, aka DJ Sinna-G, shares her excitement about the Vinyl Music Festival, Top-40 remixes and CD slippage.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • March 6, 2015
Planning commission approves developer’s request to remove Bay Acres Avenue extension from obligation

In a tight 4-3 vote, the Sarasota County Planning Commission allowed the developer to abandon a road extension included in the Osprey Revitalization plan.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Elizabeth Sykes and The Sarasota Ballet in George Balanchine’s "Stars and Stripes." Photo by Frank Atura
  • By Anna Dearing |
  • March 12, 2019
History and patriotism prevail in the Sarasota Ballet's 'Poetry and Liberty' program

The Sarasota Ballet makes a mark on the ballet world with its company premiere of Sir Frederick Ashton’s 'Apparitions,' while enthusing patriotism with George Balanchine’s 'Stars and Stripes.'

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Sarasota Memorial Hospital is a nonprofit healthcare system operating on a $563.9 million budget.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • October 9, 2015
Sarasota Memorial Hospital eyes new property in East County

The healthcare system is hoping to open a second First Physicians Group location in Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • November 11, 2013
Fresh Start Café: Sarasota's secret breakfast and lunch spot

Fresh Start Café: Sarasota's secret breakfast and lunch spot

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • December 18, 2015
The Rev. Michael Mansperger celebrates 25 years

The Rev. Michael Mansperger celebrated 25 years of service to the Presbyterian Church of the Covenant Dec. 17, at Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • May 23, 2013
Manatee Superintendent keeps parents informed of budget message

After announcing the elimination of more than 250 jobs for next year, Manatee County Schools Superintendent Rick Mills directs principals to make the district's financial recovery plan available to parents.

  • East County
  • News
File photo Residents, landowners and merchants near St. Armands Circle have voiced their opposition to an art festival scheduled to be held in the park at the end of April.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 20, 2014
City attorney warns against St. Armands event ban

The commission discussed extending its moratorium on St. Armands events, but the city attorney said that could cause legal action because it targets a specific event.

  • Sarasota
  • News
STOP remains steadfast in its belief that its core issues reflect the interest of city residents.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 27, 2017
Development community responds to STOP

A new group, which includes planning and real estate professionals, is challenging the resident activist group STOP’s claims about growth in the city.

  • Sarasota
  • News
McKitrick has won 240 golf tournaments, including 41 at the Longboat Key Club.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • March 28, 2018
Longboater swings through obstacles

Golfer Arlene McKitrick has persisted in her career, despite her acute type 1 diabetes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The St. Armands Business Improvement District said Circle stakeholders have already thoroughly vetted the proposal, including the production of a design by architect Jonathan Parks.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 19, 2018
Hurdles remain for St. Armands restrooms

Concerns about maintenance expenses are holding up the potential approval of new public bathrooms on the Circle.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 27, 2014
Our View

Alternative to more Medicaid

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 10, 2013
Gladiators seeking players

The Bradenton Gladiators are looking for prospective players for the 2014 football season.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 20, 2012
Our View: Yes, get rid of 2050

It appears none of the five county commissioners has the moral conviction and courage to declare the county's 2050 plan - the county laws governing development - an abject economic failure, destructive to the economic welfare of the county's citizens and that it should be rescinded and burned at the stake.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 19, 2016
Longboat Key Obituaries

Marjorie Canfield, Howard Biddle III, Melvin Levy and Harriet Waitt died.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 15, 2010
BRLL announces All-Stars

Braden River Little League announced its final two All-Star teams today.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Michael Saunders |
  • October 13, 2009
My View: Key Club project crucial to our lifestyle

The Longboat Key Club and Colony have served as our proverbial geese laying our community's golden eggs.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Cassandra Atzrodt, Ahmad Ibsais and Alana Kelly stand behind Alex Kumar and Vinh Dong a week before their big at a national title. Not pictured are Justin Schwartz and Jaxson Bunes.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 13, 2018
Manatee County students find formula for success in F1 in Schools racing

Manatee County students find formula for success in F1 in Schools racing and head for nationals in Austin, Texas.

  • East County
  • News
Bridget Speiss, Father Fausto Stampiglia and Beth Cannata
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • November 7, 2015
'Havana Nights' Interactive Dinner

Guests are the chefs for the St. Martha Catholic School Interactive Dinner at Michael's On East.

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