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Mary Grace Epps (as Penny Pingleton) and Jordan Bollinger (as Tracy Turnblad) watch their favorite show on television.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 1, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Hairspray Jr.

Campers in Lakewood Ranch High School's Acting Up Performing Arts Camp performed "Hairspray Jr." June 26.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch Inter-District Authority Supervisor Alan Roth says  supervisors worry about parking at Town Hall, should a restaurant be developed on the Black Walnut site.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 21, 2017
Questions surround Black Walnut Cafe site

Lakewood Ranch IDA considers buying lot next to Town Hall to expand parking.

  • East County
  • News
Rachael Jaworski, 11, collasped on Dec. 26, 2009, when an arterio-venous malformation ruptured in her brain. Today, her short-term memory only lasts for 10 minutes.
  • By Michael Eng |
  • July 20, 2011
Dream Come True

Lakewood Ranch's Rachael Jaworski, who in 2009 collapsed when an arterio-venous malformation ruptured in her brain, will enjoy a four-night Disney cruise with her family through the St. Petersburg-based Children's Dream Fund.

  • East County
  • News
Courtesy photo
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 2, 2014
Sidelines

ODA girls close out season with a win; Solid sixth inning propels ODA; Miss Manatee to hold competition; LWRBA golf tourney upcoming

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Eva Rey |
  • September 5, 2012
Lakewood Ranch Town Hall update

Those who have lived in Florida long enough to recognize the waxing and waning seasonal population will inevitably ask about the summer workload at Town Hall, the number of service requests we receive, and where I am going for my vacation this year.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • November 22, 2023
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens celebrates its 50th anniversary

A Florida gardener's legacy has left a lasting imprint on Sarasota's waterfront.

  • Arts + Culture
File photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • December 21, 2018
Ringling College of Art and Design ranks No. 1 in the US on two magazine lists

The college snagged two first-place spots on the latest Animation Magazine and College Magazine top school lists.

  • Arts + Culture
Downtown Sarasota has become the focal point in local arguments about the merits of growth.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • March 3, 2017
Report: Sarasota best place in Florida to call home

U.S. News & World Report has named Sarasota No. 21 on its ranking of best places to live in the U.S.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Sarasota Magazine offices are located in Burns Court within downtown Sarasota.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 30, 2015
Portland media firm buys Sarasota Magazine

In its largest purchase in its 12-year history Portland, Ore.-based SagaCity Media today announced the acquisition of Sarasota Magazine brands from Gulfshore Media LLC.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Singing Christmas Tree stands two-stories tall at FirstSarasota Baptist.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 17, 2015
WHAT'S HAPPENING: Christmas trees, Ringling College buys land

WEEK OF DEC. 16 2015

  • Sarasota
  • News
Law enforcement and first responders practiced a response to a shooter and bomb situation today at Riverview High School.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 30, 2013
July 30: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Sarasota County Schools train for emergency situations; PHOTO GALLERY: Cinderella Project Runway; Mosquito Management warns of increased threat; Board plans to buy Iwo Jima statue

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota County commissioners will discuss a pet ordinance Tuesday, Dec. 10.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • December 9, 2013
County Commission to consider pet ordinance

Sarasota County commissioners will discuss a possible ban on the sale of commercially bred dogs, cats and rabbits during a meeting Tuesday, Dec. 10.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota Bayfront 20:20 Chairman Michael Klauber, right, said the group is on the verge of raising $150,000 for a consultant to guide its bayfront vision.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 19, 2014
Sarasota Bayfront 20:20 raises money for plan

The group reimagining the bayfront hosted an informational and fundraising reception for about 50 people Monday at Michael's Wine Cellar in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Included in artist Christine Hales' new exhibition at All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church is a series centering on the crucifixion of Jesus. The display is open to the public through the end of April.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • March 4, 2026
Iconography artist returns with new pieces at Longboat gallery

All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church is featuring the works of Christine Hales through April.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 27, 2010
Local yarn aids oil-spill relief efforts

Local knitting store A Good Yarn has introduced a new yarn color named after the shimmering Gulf.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Residents should continue to pay close attention to local news media for updates on the situation.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 25, 2012
Sarasota County Water Reclamation Facilities reaching treatment capacity

Residents are urged to reduce water usage.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dr. Nell Potter, President Jane Watt, Ora Jean Henry, Toni Schemmel and Geri Sherot
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • February 19, 2019
Women make an impact on Sarasota

Impact 100 SRQ works towards their membership goal of 200 women.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Tim Ortman and Library Foundation President Isabel Norton
  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 3, 2019
Library foundation hosts an evening with Tim Ortman

More than 50 people attending the book signing and talk with Tim Ortman in the Harbourside Ballroom.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sasha Nir and Matthew Baker wave flags to celebrate Israel’s 65th birthday. Courtesy photo
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • May 9, 2013
SCHOOL BOARD

Students at The Gan School at Temple Sinai celebrated Israel's 65th birthday, which was April 16, by taking an imaginary plane ride to Israel.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Courtesy photo
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 21, 2014
Side yard becomes private oasis

Spanish Main Yacht Club residents Jim and Phyllis McGuire decided to put their green thumbs to use this past winter by creating a small oasis in their side yard.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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