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  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 1, 2021
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Surfin' LBK

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Samantha Chaney |
  • June 23, 2019
Our Precious Freedoms: Amy Schlaf

Female World War II civilian found freedom through bombs and bazookas.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge writes that the Commission should be able to select its government leadership.
  • By Guest Author |
  • December 8, 2020
LETTERS TO EDITOR: Manatee County commissioner says the commission should be able select its government leaders.

Savanna residents worry Lakewood Ranch area is turning into a "parking lot."

  • East County
  • Opinion
A baby turtle from Longboat Key was rehabbing this summer after it disoriented and ended up in a pool. Photo Credit: Nat Kaemmerer
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • February 17, 2021
Longboat Key considers added sea turtle protections

Longboat Key town commissioners have yet to consider an ordinance, but discussions have continued.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Bill Freund has written his first children's book.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • February 2, 2012
Neighbors: Bill Freund

One Siesta Key resident puts his money where his pen is and writes a children's book.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 28, 2022
Casey Key property sells for $4 million

A Casey Key home tops all transactions this week at $4 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By John Ewing |
  • December 17, 2012
Voices Carry: Digital exchange and the gift of community

Voices Carry: Digital exchange and the gift of community

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
John Kintz’s first day as police chief was in 1997. File photo.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 7, 2011
9/11 Looking Back: John Kintz

Former Longboat Key Police Chief John Kintz was prepared for business as usual as he planned for President George W. Bush's stay on Longboat Key. But Bush's overnight stay on Sept. 10, 2001, turned out to be anything but routine.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • August 7, 2021
UPDATE: No-swim advisory dropped for Longboat Key

Department of Health keeps advisories in place at Bird Key Park, Turtle Beach based on levels of bacteria found in follow-up testing.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 25, 2021
PGA Tour event at Concession hits volunteer limit

Those interested in volunteering can still sign up for the wait list.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 13, 2012
SIDELINES

Lady Rams soccer team tops Lady Bobcats; Cougars basketball coasts to victory; SMA basketball falls to St. Pete Canterbury; Lady Sailors cruise past Lady Tarpons

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  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 6, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, April 7

A look at our favorite events taking place this week

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The membership is just $80 until 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 and that includes a ticket to the kick-off party. After that, it's $99.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • October 18, 2013
Weekend Best Best: Culture Collective Kick-off Party

Join Asolo Repertory Theatre, FSU/Asolo Conservatory, the Sarasota Ballet, Sarasota Orchestra, Sarasota Opera, The Ringling and the Arts and Cultural Alliance; along with community group sponsors, Visit Sarasota County and the Gulf Coast Community Foundation; and The Observer and ThisweekinSarasota.com in celebrating Sarasota Culture Collective this weekend.

  • Arts + Culture
Hart's Landing has been hosting performances from local musicians for nearly two years, but the parking issue associated with the event didn't arise until this month.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 31, 2019
Parking problems surface for Hart’s Landing events

The operator of the city-owned property expressed optimism a solution could be reached regarding musical performances near the water.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Braden River Elementary pre-K student Finn Heffernan practices his reading with Shumba.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • October 18, 2017
Braden River Elementary in Lakewood Ranch brings therapy dog into classrooms

Therapy dog proves to be a students' best friend.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • March 4, 2019
Archie Griffin Pairing Party kicks off weekend of golf

The party March 4 at Thee Concession Golf Club benefitted Boys & Girls Club of Sarasota County.

  • Black Tie
Public Works Director Juan Florensa said it was discovered around 1 p.m. Thursday the light wasn't working properly and it was reset at 4:30 p.m. by a traffic engineer.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 8, 2013
Traffic light caused Longboat delays Thursday

Longboaters attempting to get to downtown Sarasota or St. Armands Circle Thursday had an hour wait to deal with, thanks to a faulty traffic light at Longboat Club Road, just before the New Pass Bridge.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 1, 2017
JDub's Brewing Co. hones its craft

Approaching its third anniversary, the brewery continues to gain momentum. Jeremy Joerger’s secret to success? Be your own toughest competition. 

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
"In real life you're stuck in one personality; on stage you can be anybody, from an ancient wizard to a showgirl," says Amanda Heisey.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • September 10, 2014
Spotlight: The many stages of Amanda Heisey

As Shakespeare once said, "All the world is a stage." The multitalented Amanda Heisey would agree.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • March 31, 2015
Sarasota County commissioners praise mobility plan

The 20-year plan will replace road impact fees.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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