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Sweet-flavored tobacco products, far left and far right, are packaged similarly to many candy products, center, with bright colors and sleek designs.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • June 30, 2011
County to clamp down on flavored tobacco

Calling the creation of candy-flavored tobacco 'reprehensible,' county commissioners pass a resolution to urge storeowners to take the products off of their shelves.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Courtesy photo. Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Gulf Coast of Florida members Phil Yoder, Jule Doran and Jan Mazer after helping rebuild the reading garden at the North Sarasota Public Library.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • September 1, 2016
Returned Peace Corps volunteers continue service at home

Years after serving abroad, Peace Corps volunteers work on projects throughout Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 20, 2020
East County weather page photo: August 20

Bill Marrone captured this colorful sunset over a lake in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Seniors Tucker Kittle, Jack Cannon, Grant McCarthy, Sam Kimmell, Brian Ragone and Christos Eraclides have all been playing for ODA since they were in seventh-grade.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 17, 2011
Football Preview: Out-of-door Academy Thunder

Six years ago, The Out-of-Door Academy football team called a Pop Warner field home. Now, with a new stadium on campus and the support of family, friends and the community, the Thunder is prepared to leave a lasting legacy.

  • East County
  • Sports
Gen. James Edmundson earned 24 medals for his bravery fighting in three U.S. wars. But letters from those he helped save reflect the true depth of his service. File photo.
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • August 15, 2012
Aug. 19, 1942: 'Tell it to the Marines'

The late Gen. James Edmundson flew one of his most heroic missions 70 years ago. Fifty-five years later, he met, via letters, the men he saved.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By April Doner |
  • May 31, 2012
Neighborhood love story: A re-beginning

Neighborhood love story: A re-beginning

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 23, 2009
Letters to the Editor

To send in your letters, please e-mail them to [email protected], or mail them to The Longboat Observer, 5570 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, 34228. The Longboat Observer gives priority to letters of local interest and about local issues. The Observer will print all letters to the editor if it feels they are of general interest, but only if the letter is signed and the author's street address and phone number are given. The editor reserves the right to condense letters.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 8, 2019
Longboat Red Kettle drive hits top spot again

The club and other volunteers raised $19,508.47 at the Longboat Key Publix during the 2018 holiday season.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Longboat Key's Mac Spitzer (front), enjoys time with friends including Chantel Diem (left) and Kip O'Neill.
  • By Kelly Carson |
  • October 12, 2017
Aging in paradise — so much to do

Our region is ranked No. 1 for retirees for a reason.

  • Health
Built in 1999, the property at 303 Calle Miramar has eight bedrooms, eight-and-a-half baths, a pool and 3,792 square feet of living area.  (Photo courtesy of The Zarghami Group)
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 14, 2022
Eight-bedroom Siesta home sells for $4.1 million

An eight-bedroom Siesta home tops sales this week at $4.1 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
The complex will feature a new synthetic turf and regulation track. Photo courtsey
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • August 15, 2019
Cardinal Mooney undergoes $3 million renovation

The renovation includes a new athletic complex and updated classrooms.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Julie Veith and JoAnne Hampton are both cancer survivors who say the battle against the disease has not been won.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 10, 2019
Heritage Harbour's Play for Pink events continue to raise money for breast cancer research in Bradenton

Heritage Harbour's Play for Pink events continue to raise money for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation in Bradenton

  • East County
  • News
The Braden River Preserve will have direct access to the Braden River. Courtesy image.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 20, 2018
Manatee County takes steps to conserve land

Alternative funding solution makes way for Braden River Preserve.

  • East County
  • News
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 1, 2016
Cops Corner: Sarasota 12.01.16

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Lakewood Ranch junior Doris Brooks runs past a Bayshore defender.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 13, 2019
Flag football flies at Lakewood Ranch

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • East County
  • Sports
Cellist David Finckel and his wife, pianist Wu Han, performed Jan. 24 at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Courtesy photo
  • By Edward Alley |
  • January 28, 2019
Impressive weekend of orchestral concerts show need for new music hall

Sarasota Orchestra and The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center concerts shine.

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  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • September 20, 2012
Sarasota County discusses Comp Plan

County staff will meet with two developers to work out problems in the 2050 Comprehensive Plan. Staff will also update construction fee data.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 1, 2010
Christ church begins construction

The church was issued a building permit Tuesday and began construction today.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 23, 2010
Mustang freshman ties for 10th at AGJA Tourney

Lakewood Ranch High freshman Ramsey Touchberry 7-over-par 223 to tie for 10th place at the Hilton Head Junior All-Star July 19-22 at the Berkeley Hall Club in Bluffton, S.C.

  • East County
  • Sports
Cheryl Mendelson's work includes experience in the arts, education and healthcare fields.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 17, 2019
Van Wezel Foundation hires CEO

The board announced Cheryl Mendelson, whose previous work includes an executive role at the Harris Theater in Chicago, will lead the foundation beginning in February.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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