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Lorenzo Jr., left, is a member of the Sheriff's Office; Cory, right, has joined the Bradenton Police Department.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • October 7, 2015
Sheriff's Office captain retires after 36 years of service

Lorenzo Waiters leaves behind legacy of solid county police work. Now, he’ll watch his sons take his place.

  • East County
  • News
Artists Lois Mills, Betsy Meyer, Kathie Hayes, Marge Schemanski and Karen Johnson
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • February 16, 2011
Crafty ladies spill tricks of the trade

Five female artists from last week's 'Fabulous Arts Boutique' at Art Center Sarasota explain why they love working with their hands.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 1, 2012
News Briefs

Libraries, AARP offering free tax-return assistance; Volunteers needed for 2012 cleanup; Members sought for emergency services board

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 20, 2011
News Briefs

Longboat receives water award from U.S. EPA DeLynn collection earns ASM accreditation

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A 9-year-old at Sea of Strengths Academy, Max Collado suffers from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, dyslexia and post-traumatic stress.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • December 19, 2012
Local support group helps families with ADHD

Max Collado and his mother, Alexandra, fight ADHD together.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The scoreboard could get a workout in the Sarasota vs. North Port non-district matchup.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 14, 2012
Friday Night Clash: Sept. 14

Tonight's games include Lakewood Ranch vs. Bayshore, Sarasota vs. North Port, and ODA at Moore Haven. Read more in our "Friday Night Clash."

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Mary Kay Ryan, Melissa Sparks, Maria de la Cruz and Rhonda Holliday. Courtesy photo.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • August 3, 2011
Business Observer

Longboat Key Club and Resort honors two of its managers for achievements WUSF Public Media celebrates partnership with Armel Jewelers

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 31, 2014
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
The Sarasota City Commission agreed to move forward with a State Street parking garage process Monday.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 19, 2011
State Street garage process moves forward

Sarasota city commissioners reviewed a proposed parking garage and an affordable housing deletion request at their regular meeting Monday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A head-on collision near Pattigeorges restaurant Sunday night resulted in the death of one man and sent another man to the hospital with a concussion.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 24, 2015
Top Story — April: Car crash fatality on GMD

A head-on collision near Pattigeorges restaurant Sunday night resulted in the death of one man and sent another man to the hospital with a concussion.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Kyle James is the new part-time receptionist at Town Hall.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • October 7, 2015
Conversation with Kyle James

The 21-year-old is taking lessons learned at Disney and applying them to Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 15, 2010
Wicker Inn sells for $4.2 million

The 11-unit property will still operate as a resort.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Adrian Moore |
  • October 6, 2016
Amendment 1: Bad for the future

This proposed amendment appears to be for solar power. A closer look reveals its true intent is to protect utility companies’ profits.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Patrick Lui, bicycle and pedestrian coordinator with Sarasota County, talks with Legacy Trail supporters Wednesday.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • April 2, 2015
Legacy Trail gains momentum

County staff will complete a property appraisal and prepare a contract to purchase 7.5 miles of railroad corridor to extend the popular trail from Palmer Ranch into downtown Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Keely Carney |
  • April 7, 2012
The Voices in My Head ... and the Hair Atop It

The Voices in My Head ... and the Hair Atop It

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By TWIS Street |
  • May 27, 2013
Farmers Market Field Trip: Peperonata Pasta

Farmers Market Field Trip: Peperonata Pasta

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
East County residents Linda Dabbiero and Dan Rocco will compete in the 2016 Race Across America beginning June 18.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 2, 2016
A considerable drive to help

East County residents will cycle 3,000 miles to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 13, 2013
General employees reject union label with vote

Employees rejected a proposed union by a 21-6 vote.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
At the Longboat Key Town Commission's statutory meeting Monday, newly appointed Mayor Jim Brown, left, presents outgoing Mayor George Spoll with a plaque that expresses the town’s gratitude for his years of service. Photo by Dora Walters.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 24, 2011
TOP STORY, MARCH: Brown takes mayor's chair

Commissioner Jim Brown becomes mayor for the first time. Commissioner David Brenner is elected as vice mayor.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • June 28, 2016
Theater review: 'Relativity'

Florida Studio Theatre takes a an unexpected look at Albert Einstein.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
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