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  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 22, 2014
Memories & mishaps

Some holidays are magical, and some result in mishaps. Regardless, the season always results in plenty of memories. Here, we share some of your most memorable holidays stories.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
After a holiday weekend, the tall grasses and water surrounding the gazebo on Raymond Road are peppered with beer cans, said Ellen McKeefe, a bird naturalist volunteer.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • December 16, 2015
Should police stalk litterers at Celery Fields?

Volunteers say park becoming party central during holiday periods.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 6, 2013
Letter to the Editor

Pay attention to beach flags; Drop meat from the menu

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks member Steve Carruthers and club Exalted Ruler Darrin Simone drive north on Lena Road to where the future Elks lodge will be built. Right now, the roadway ends at a cul-de-sac.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 13, 2016
Lena Road shows gap in priorities

With new businesses going in along Lena Road, will it connect?

  • East County
  • News
Sky rides will offer unparalleled view of the area.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 1, 2011
Slice of the City

APRIL FOOLS -- Sarasota aims high to bring in sky ride; 'Seniorpalooza' set to rock Payne Park; Officers in training get some new wheels; Circus Sarasota star bridges the gap

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Longboat Key Fire Rescue will assist those with special needs in getting off the island if a mandatory hurricane  evacuation order is issued.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 9, 2011
Evacuation-assistance program announced

The Longboat Key Fire Rescue Department is urging Longboat Key residents with special needs to apply now for an evacuation-assistance program.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota architect Gary Hoyt drew renderings for town center concepts.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 24, 2013
ULI committee focuses on town center

Town staff is working with business owners on a town center concept, while also tackling ideas for Gulf of Mexico Drive and Bayfront Park.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Braden River wide receiver Troy Gatling showed vast improvement over the course of the offseason and is expected to be one of the Pirates’ top offensive threats.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 17, 2011
Football Preview: Braden River Pirates

The Braden River High football team learned the value of teamwork Aug. 10-13 during its trip to Warren Willis Camp in Fruitland Park.

  • East County
  • Sports
Tim Mulqueen assumed the role of Lakewood Ranch's director of sports in January.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 17, 2011
Ranch announces first event for sports complex

Schroeder-Manatee Ranch Inc. has secured its first major sporting event at its new sports complex in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
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  • By Ila Edwards |
  • April 22, 2014
A toast to Mom

A toast to Mom

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • July 26, 2016
Film review: 'Hunt for the Wilderpeople'

The hunt is on in this delightful action comedy.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Incoming Executive Director Robin Rose sits with several of the Girls Inc. girls.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 18, 2013
Girls Inc. welcomes its new director

Incoming Executive Director Robin Rose brings passion for children and non-profit experience to Girls Inc.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 21, 2015
Five beers to try at the new World of Beer Main Street

Five beers to try at the new World of Beer Main Street

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Troy Snyder is a three-time personal watercraft world champion.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 30, 2017
East County resident's mantra — Just Doo it

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
Finding parking on Siesta Key can be tough, but commissioners were hoping to change that. The main problem now will be funding.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • October 17, 2017
Funding already a concern for Siesta Key parking solutions

The discussion about parking options is happening at the same time the county is looking to make budget cuts totaling millions of dollars.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 11, 2010
RECIPE AND A RESERVATION: Re Federico

Re Federico owners Massimo Murri and Alessandro Danieli share an exclusive recipe for YourObserver.com readers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Danielle Colon shows photos from Pilchuck.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • April 9, 2014
Spotlight: Glass group hosts biggest collectors in Sarasota

Richard Basch announces an exciting glass show coming this winter.

  • Arts + Culture
Sheehan
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 21, 2014
Football preview: Riverview High

Riverview High senior lineman Riley Sheehan has been an integral part of the Rams' varsity squad. This year he hopes to lead his team to the playoffs.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 11, 2011
Pirates, Mustangs advance to district final

The Braden River and Lakewood Ranch High boys basketball teams will face each other at 7 p.m., tonight in the Class 4A-District 10 championship.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Colony Beach & Tennis Association believes it can move forward with plans for redeveloping the historic resort — even without the approval of longtime owner Dr. Murray "Murf" Klauber.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 18, 2012
Association disputes Klauber's claims

In a Jan. 16 letter to Town Manager David Bullock, Colony Association attorney Donald E. Hemke argued that the association doesn't need the approval of the resort's longtime owner to proceed.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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