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  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 3, 2009
Cops Corner

A man called police to report that his 17-year-old daughter went to a neighbor's house and received a tattoo.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Roskamp Institute's Executive Director Dr. Michael Mullan was part of the team that discovered the genetic causes of Alzheimer's disease in the early 1990s
  • By Shane Donglasan |
  • September 25, 2018
Enduring our memories

A breakthrough study from the Roskamp Institute could mean a cure for Alzheimer's is on the horizon.

  • Health
  • By Eduardo Anaya |
  • May 31, 2012
PREEN & CHIC: Q&A with OLIVIA BONO

PREEN & CHIC: Q&A with OLIVIA BONO

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
The Mall at University Town Center named Kimberly Dominguez, fourth from left, as its marketing and sponsorship director.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • May 6, 2014
The Mall at University Town Center names executive director

Lakewood Ranch resident and marketing executive Kimberly Dominguez has been named marketing and sponsorship director for The Mall at University Town Center.

  • East County
  • News
Artistic Director Dean Bowden. “Swords can run anywhere from $200 to $600,” Tara Connelly said. “They’re either combat-ready or a wall-hanger. You have to buy one that’s going to last you a while.”
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • August 24, 2011
HIGHLIGHTS: Medieval madness

The returning peasants - cloaked in everything from leather gloves to knee-high boots - deftly fought with their swords, heavily grunting as they thrashed the heavy weaponry through the air.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 29, 2009
TOP STORY, June: 'Fight the good fight'

Town Manager Bruce St. Denis received direction to spend up to $25,000 to hire a consultant to combat Sarasota's plans to construct five roundabouts on U.S. 41.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 1, 2016
U.S. Coast Guard refuses Longboat Key bridge request

The U.S. Coast Guard may alter the timings of two Siesta Key and Anna Maria Island bridges, but Longboat Pass will remain on-demand for boaters.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Amy Korenman helps put on some finishing touches to her daughter Layla's witch costume. Layla wanted her witch outfit to be unique and chose fun fabrics to give it a signature style.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 24, 2018
Dressed to thrill for Lakewood Ranch Boo Fest

Families say making their own costumes is half the fun of Halloween.

  • East County
  • News
Officials and community members tossed sand on Turtle Beach to commemorate the completion of the county's Siesta Key beach renourishment efforts.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • June 13, 2016
Sarasota County commemorates completion of south Siesta renourishment

Community members and County officials gathered at Turtle Beach today to celebrate the completion of the second phase of the county’s beach renourishment efforts.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • June 30, 2009
Selby Gardens lays off seven to balance budget

Two world-renowned orchid experts were among those let go, and some volunteers fear Marie Selby Botanical Gardens' reputation will take a significant hit.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 30, 2013
Lady Mustangs advance to Final 4

The Lakewood Ranch High girls soccer team defeated Plant City 1-0 in the Class 4A-Region 3 finals Jan. 29.

  • East County
  • Sports
This underground tunnel is located approximately a block away from the site of January's fatal crash. FDOT officials said that underground tunnels are generally underutilized and costly to install. File photo.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 3, 2012
FDOT, town on the road to safety study

The agencies will determine whether safety improvements are needed for the Key's roads.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
To apply, interested applicants must attend a mandatory workshop about the 7-month-long application process.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • June 11, 2017
County grants give neighborhoods opportunity for improvement

Groups of residents can apply for up to $10,000 to improve aspects of their community on the county's dime.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota-based artist James Griffin's "Fugue," oil on canvas. This work will be on display through Nov. 29, at Dabbert Gallery (Courtesy Dabbert Gallery).
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • October 3, 2013
Hot Ticket Roundup: First weekend of October

Here's a rundown of some great art and entertainment events taking place in Sarasota from Thursday, Oct. 4 through Sunday, Oct. 6. There's a little something for everyone.

  • Arts + Culture
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 3, 2013
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
The Lakewood Ranch High baseball team rushes the mound in celebration after earning a trip to the Class 6A state semifinals with a 4-1 victory over Winter Haven in the Class 6A-Region finals May 11.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 16, 2012
Lakewood Ranch baseball team's quest continues

The Lakewood Ranch baseball team will make its first appearance in the state Final Four since 2003 when it travels to Digital Domain Park in Port St. Lucie to face Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy in the Class 6A state semifinals May 17.

  • East County
  • Sports
Alyssa Gagnon.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 25, 2018
East County Athlete of the Week: Alyssa Gagnon

The Braden River senior talks the 800-meter run and the 'Rocky' franchise.

  • East County
  • Sports
An underwater robot, nicknamed "Waldo" was deployed by Mote Marine Laboratory to detect the presence of Karenia brevis and movement of currents.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • October 10, 2012
Red Tide moves further into Sarasota County

Mote scientists are continuing to collect water samples, working with the county health department

  • Sarasota
  • News
State Street Eating House + Cocktails lead bartender Billy Weber prepares a Pimm's Cup the good-old fashioned way. Photos by Mallory Gnaegy.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • June 26, 2013
Bar carts roll back in style

State Street Eating House + Cocktails recommends how to add a little spirit(s) to your next summer party, using a well-stocked, portable bar cart.

  • Arts + Culture
A mass of non-perishable goods turned into the Marine Rescue headquarters building.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • September 18, 2013
Manatee County staff unites at quarterly leadership training

At its quarterly leadership training Sept. 11, Manatee County government department directors and managers took a rare moment to come together as a unit.

  • East County
  • News
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