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  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 16, 2014
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Gene Payson shows off the S-800 hexacopter drone — one of the small-scale unmanned aerial vehicles used to train drone pilots.
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • October 3, 2013
TAKING FLIGHT

Sarasota is at the front lines for the domestic use of a high-tech tool from the war on terrorism.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lisa Fulk of Sunshine Canning said The Market's second season should be bigger than last year.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 6, 2018
The Market at Lakewood Ranch opens new season

The Market at Lakewood Ranch opens a new season.

  • East County
  • News
Benderson Development is planning hotels, retail and apartments near Siesta Key.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • October 7, 2016
Commissioners slated to discuss Siesta Promenade

The 24-acre development planned for the intersection of Stickney Point Road and South Tamiami Trailwill make its first appearance before county commissioners Tuesday.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • April 11, 2012
FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Bill Carman

Longboat Key resident Bill Carman is a car aficionado. Read more about Carman in this week's candid Q&A.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 23, 2009
Brides make a run for it

Brides make a run for it

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
“One World, One Heart” by Anna Zigel is one of three best-in-show winners for this year's Embracing Our Differences outdoor exhibit. Courtesy image
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • December 5, 2018
Scene & Heard 12.06.18

Here's a look at the A&E news of the week regarding Sarasota's Embracing Our Differences, "50 Words" short film and Sarasota Orchestra.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Executive Chef Greg Campbell (right) and General Manager Austin Harlow behind the newly added service bar.
  • By Randi Donahue |
  • February 22, 2019
Out of the Woods

Grove lays roots in an iconic spot on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

  • LWR Life
Matt Eastman scoops out freshly made  orange creamsicle.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 15, 2017
Ice cream business scoops up fun

East County entrepreneur seems to have ice cream business licked.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 16, 2016
Longboat Key: Cops Corner 06.16.16

Enjoy this week’s edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Megan Piggott as the Library Lady and Pedro Leos as Tomás .
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • February 6, 2020
FST shines a light on libraries

In placing chldren’s libraries in the spotlight, ‘Tomás and the Library Lady’ runs through Feb. 22 at Florida Studio Theatre.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 9, 2013
News Briefs

School District to open enrollment period; Stoneybrook Rec Center has new hours; Retirement home names new public relations director; SCFCS holds fall 2013 information sessions

  • East County
  • News
A worker puts the finishing touches on the pump station, which will hopefully be fully functional within a month.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • February 14, 2018
Siesta Key residents pumped over sewage plant demolition

The new pump station on Key will cut back on odor, noise and other effects neighbors have dealt with for years.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Lakewood Ranch junior forward LaDazhia Williams was named the Class 7A Player of the Year by the Florida Association of Basketball Coaches.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 16, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Lakewood Ranch girls basketball player and coach receive top honors

  • East County
  • Sports
Longboat Key Mayor Jim Brown is asking elected officials to create an amendment to a house bill.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 23, 2011
Longboat requests amendment assistance

The town of Longboat Key is urging its elected officials to help create an amendment that still would allow the town to make density modifications.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Guests will be able to stomp grapes as part of fundraising activities.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 14, 2015
Winery helps stomp out cancer

Rosa Fiorelli will host a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society this weekend.

  • East County
  • News
Every morning, Vic Herbert visits each classroom to say hello to students and teachers.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • June 22, 2016
The final lesson: It's time to go

East Manatee County schools lose long-time administrators.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 22, 2013
Commissioners review town wish list

A community center and improved cellular communication service topped the list of goals for residents and town leaders this week.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Shane Donglasan |
  • March 5, 2018
The lucky life of author Michael Lewis

Michael Lewis, the author of "Moneyball," "The Blind Side" and "The Big Short," shares the experiences that jumpstarted his career at the Ringling Town Hall.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jack Daly
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • June 29, 2016
Jack Daly back on the dais

Despite receiving a heart valve replacement June 2, Commissioner Jack Daly hasn’t missed a beat at town meetings.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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