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David Lehrman hopes to complete the Halcyon of Siesta Key project by the end of 2018. Rendering courtesy David Lehrman.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 25, 2017
Siesta housing project moves forward

Plans for a multifamily beachfront property on Midnight Pass Road generated controversy last year. Now, the developer is proceeding with an adjusted proposal.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
President Donald Trump awards Sam Valley his diploma.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 6, 2018
President Trump awards East County resident his diploma

President Trump awards East County resident his diploma May 25 from the U.S. Naval Academy.

  • East County
  • News
Orioles head groundskeeper of Florida operations Dan Thomas stands on the field he maintains.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 22, 2018
Field day: Orioles' Florida groundskeeper shares secrets of the trade

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
It turns out the Easter Bunny’s timing is good this year: Last year, the holiday came two weeks later, creating a lull in post-spring break traffic during the first two weeks of April.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 4, 2012
Businesses prepare for hopping Easter weekend

The Easter Bunny's timing is just right this year for local hotels and motels that are prepping for one of the busiest holiday weekends in recent years.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 25, 2010
In Brief

Community news and notes.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 17, 2014
Save the dates

The social scene is packed, as usual, for the fall. We're looking forward to countless events this season - but here are 10 through the end of 2014 we already have circled on our calendar.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Jaymie and Tommy Klauber celebrated 10 years in the business at Polo Grill & Bar on Nov. 1.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 8, 2017
Polo Grill celebrates after decade of delights in Lakewood Ranch

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

  • East County
  • News
Public Works staff put orange tape in place this week to direct beachgoers toward a safe beach access path.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 2, 2011
Sand loss prompts beach warning

The sand loss at the North Shore Road beach access doesn't surprise Longboat Key Public Works Director Juan Florensa.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 23, 2014
Letters to the Editor

Diverging diamond is a partial traffic solution

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 2, 2017
Sarasota Letters to the Editor 2.2.17

City has ignored offers to meet

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Bill Cotter
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • March 16, 2016
Retired constitutional law professor speaks about Supreme Court

Beachplace resident Bill Cotter talked about the Supreme Court and its decisions March 1, at Beachplace.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Hi, I’m Nico and this is my sister, Bella, and we have the best daddy in the whole world!
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • February 8, 2012
Readers share their love stories

From buses to dog parks, residents have met their soul mates in many places. But their stories have one common element: lots of love.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ingredients
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • May 5, 2014
Cinco de Margaritas

Cinco de Margaritas

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 29, 2011
News Briefs

New regulations proposed for scrap metal; County to dedicate historical marker

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Dale and Lisa Nauman know where the local eagle nests are and help the Audubon Society monitor the population.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • May 11, 2016
'Eagle Man' attempts rescue

Unfortunately, injured bird found along State Road 64 doesn't survive surgery for broken shoulder.

  • East County
  • News
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 1, 2012
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 31, 2020
Did you test positive for COVID-19?

The Observer is seeking Sarasota and Manatee residents who have tested positive.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tammy and Richard Karp. Photo by Cliff Roles
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • May 1, 2019
Gentlemen play on Sweeney Todd character for Asolo Rep's Starry Night 3

Designing Daughters launch new campaign for tenth anniversary, Tomeika Hunter Koski shares her journey and more on the scene this week.

  • Black Tie
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • January 29, 2015
WATCH: Behind the Bar with: Social Eatery and Bar on First

WATCH: Behind the Bar with: Social Eatery and Bar on First

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • November 14, 2018
Still red, and deep blue

Florida is like the nation: Its rural and less-populated areas are holding on to their conservative ways, while the most populous centers are becoming increasingly progressive.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
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