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Lacey Anderson listening to her coach, Bill Culver, read the clue for the trivia question.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • February 12, 2018
Local graduates compete in Brain Bowl

East County college students head for Brain Bowl.

  • East County
  • Schools
Brazilian pepper plant
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 24, 2016
Brazilian pepper a hot topic

Lakewood Ranch CDD supervisors increase budget to deal with invasive plant.

  • East County
  • News
Jenny Aldrich plays Mary Cassatt in "A Visit with Mary Cassatt." Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • May 29, 2019
Jenny Aldrich’s 'A Visit with Mary Cassatt' paints a vivid portrait of the artist

This highly educational one-woman show channels Cassatt with warmth, wit and vivacity.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 23, 2018
Room to Grow

The Market returns to Lakewood Ranch.

  • LWR Life
  • By The Insider |
  • March 28, 2012
SARASOTA FILM FESTIVAL: Exclusive Interview with Ashley Bell from THE DAY!

SARASOTA FILM FESTIVAL: Exclusive Interview with Ashley Bell from THE DAY!

  • Arts + Culture
  • By David Conway |
  • December 10, 2014
Lift Station 87 sees new delays

After taking a step forward earlier this month, project leaders revealed Monday that the completion of Lift Station 87 could still be more than three years away - leaving nearby residents resigned to a fate of more construction.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Top fashion designers dress up Snoopy & Belle in an exhibit at the Mall at UTC.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 19, 2017
Fashion for Peanuts at Sarasota's Mall at UTC

Mall at UTC hosts 'Snoopy & Belle in Fashion' tour.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota's Jordan Page, 4, Wendy Page, Elijah Page, 11, Samuel Page, 9 and Keith Page just moved from South Africa and ran their first Turkey Trot as a family.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • November 22, 2018
Florida Turkey Trot begins its run

Nathan Benderson Park hosts inaugural Turkey Trot, Nov. 22, 2018, Florida Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 2, 2019
Light up Longboat kicks off a merry and bright season

The event was the first of its kind for the community and appeared to be a success.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The proposed site of the Embassy Suites is currently occupied by Lubé, a kitchen- design and furniture store. No zoning adjustments would be necessary for the hotel to be constructed, according to Jim Bridges, who is behind the proposal.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 15, 2013
Hotel finds its 'suite' spot

The latest in a series of planned downtown hotel developments, the 200-room, 18-story Embassy Suites would be built at Second Street and North Tamiami Trail.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Brandi Ezell of SMART accepts a grant for $3,000 from Lakewood Ranch Community Fund President Garrett Shinn.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 19, 2018
Lakewood Ranch Community Fund grants 22 wishes

Lakewood Ranch Community Fund grants 22 grants and $83,500 to nonprofits that impact Lakewood Ranch area.

  • East County
  • News
Julia Butler shows off her handmade butterfly accessories.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 20, 2015
Of butterflies and becoming bigger

All God’s Children voluntary pre-K students spent weeks caring for caterpillars and watching their transformations within the classroom.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Crew takes third in the men's youth 8A final.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 14, 2017
Will enhanced rowing knowledge float your viewing boat?

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • September 12, 2014
Weekend's best bets: Friday, Sept. 12

Weekend's best bets: Friday, Sept. 12

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Sally Trout and Chairwoman Kimberley Carreiro
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • April 27, 2017
Tea for the Sea guests raise a pinky to Mote

Supporters of Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium gathered April 27 at Sarasota Yacht Club for a high tea-themed benefit.

  • Black Tie
"I think a lot of artists ask themselves if what they're doing is substantial," Cheryl Losey says. "Sometimes, you just have to put on your blinders and trust that your work is valuable." Heidi Kurpiela.
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • November 2, 2011
Cheryl Losey: Harp's delight

Last year Cheryl Losey appeared in a PBS documentary. This year she cut an album. Meet the Sarasota Orchestra harpist landing major grants and making a beautiful racket.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • July 3, 2017
Half Shell undergoing quick exterior repair

Throughout the duration of repair, Half Shell will still be open.

  • East County
  • News
Bayfront Park, 4052 Gulf of Mexico Drive, will be revamped as part of a $3.1 million project that includes tennis, pickleball and a kayak launch among other new offerings. File photo
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 10, 2015
Sarasota County parks $2 million at Bayfront

The answer to the town manager’s request for funds was a resounding yes — even before he asked the question.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 8, 2011
News Briefs

New fence installed by Treasure Boat Way; Gulf Gate Library plans win commission approval

  • Siesta Key
  • News
St. Armands residents hope to add about a dozen royal poinciana trees to a stretch of Boulevard of the Presidents.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 10, 2015
St. Armands residents seek more median upgrades

The St. Armands Residents Association is asking the city to underground utilities and add trees to a stretch of the neighborhood near the Circle.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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