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Nik Wallenda trains five days a week on a wire for three to four hours a day.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • June 12, 2013
Wire Walker: Nik Wallenda

For two weeks, Nik Wallenda is sharing his practice routine and insight into his life with a hometown audience at Nathan Benderson Park.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 3, 2012
Man critically injured in crash

Bradenton resident Richard Olsson, 57, was transported to Blake Trauma Center following a noontime acident.

  • East County
  • News
Already a popular attraction downtown on Saturdays, the Sarasota Farmers Market is planning a Wednesday event in a new location.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 2, 2014
Farmers market hopes to grow to Wednesdays

The Sarasota Farmers Market is planning to hold a mid-week event in Five Points Park, a proposal that has drawn both praise and concern.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • May 4, 2016
Siesta Key lures Darwin Santa Maria

The local chef plans to open a brick-and-mortar version of his CeviChela Project in the Village.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Longboat Key Police Department reports from Oct. 17-21.
  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • November 2, 2016
Longboat Key Cops Corner: 11.2.16

Longboat Key Police Department reports from Oct. 17-21

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
John Neal, president of the John Neal Homes division of Neal Communities, is eager to be offering homesites in University Park again.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 23, 2011
FINISH LINE (with VIDEO)

John Neal Homes, the exclusive homebuilder in University Park Country Club, is working to build out the remainder of the 20-year-old community.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Bashaw Assistant Principal Beth Marshall and Principal Joshua Bennett are getting excited to have a fresh school for students and staff.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • May 4, 2016
Bashaw Elementary's new addition equals fewer portables

The Manatee County School Board approves $14.7 million upgrade for Bashaw Elementary.

  • East County
  • News
Hurricane Humberto is tracking westward at 12 miles per hour.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • September 11, 2013
UPDATE: Hurricane Humberto lurches toward U.S.

The tropical system became the first hurricane to form in the Atlantic Ocean early this morning.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 20, 2015
News briefs

SCAT station on drawing board; County plunges into water park negotiations; Beruff appointed to healthcare commission

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 15, 2010
Player of the Week: Bill Vancelette

Bill Vancelette -- Longboat Key Public Tennis Center

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Salvation Army Center of Hope front porch, located at Ninth Street and Central Avenue, was created to help keep homeless people off the streets of the Rosemary District.
  • By David Conway and Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 26, 2013
Salvation Army extends services

Sarasota Police will increase patrols near the Center of Hope in the Rosemary District for the Salvation Army to provide sheltered waiting area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 19, 2014
Raising the Intensity

Lakewood Ranch High set a school record with five wrestlers qualifying for the Class 2A Wrestling Championships Feb. 14 and Feb. 15.

  • East County
  • Sports
Garrett Turner. Photo by Cliff Roles.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 12, 2017
Theater review: 'The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity'

“The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity” wrestles with stereotypes and authenticity at the Asolo Rep.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Darryl Hanna faces second degree murder and robbery charges following his arrest in connection with the Zota Beach Resort homicides on Aug. 4.
  • By Ryan Butler |
  • August 15, 2017
Longboat murder suspect will plead not guilty, defender says

Prosecutors are still deciding on final charges ahead of what's expected to be a lengthy trial.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Leev Theater Group performs at RIAF. Courtesy photo.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 11, 2013
RIAF REVIEW: Leev Theater Group

Leev Theater Group's recent adaptation, "Hamlet, Prince of Grief," now playing at the RIAF festival, features masterful direction by Mohammad Aghebati, a 40-minute script by Mohammad Charmshir and a single actor.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 6, 2011
Our View: Trolley folly

Prioritizing is never easy, particularly so for politicians when, for every government service, there is some sort of constituency, or special interest, wanting that service. That's true whether it is tennis courts, community rooms or kayak access.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Julia King, Matt Sawalski, Preston Boyd and Murray Chase
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 12, 2017
Evolution Now: 'Inherit the Wind' opens at Venice Theatre

“Inherit the Wind” puts independent thought on trial at Venice Theatre.

  • Arts + Culture
Traditional holiday decor (wreaths, lights, garlands) seem to be the go-to items for holiday decorating.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • November 16, 2017
Lasers rock, traditions prevail for this year's holiday shopping season

Local businesses talk about the most popular holiday decor leaving shelves this season.

  • East County
  • Business
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • March 28, 2018
Birthday celebrations go abroad

Black Tie & Tales: Kayleigh Omang

  • Black Tie
Besides being a sure shot, DiPino has earned 18 commendations in Ocean City.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • January 10, 2013
Sarasota police chief DiPino reports on first week

Bernadette DiPino always keeps a protein bar in her bag. They have come in handy during her busy first week as Sarasota's new chief.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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