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Harriet Sokmensuer D.K. Morton spent 13 years traveling around the world, and says moving back to Sarasota in 1983 was the best decision he ever made. This year, Morton celebrates 30 years working at Morton’s Gourmet Market.
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • November 21, 2013
Gourmet Guru

After 30 years of working at Morton's Gourmet Market, D.K. Morton can truly say there's no place like home.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 18, 2010
CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: McNeal

Students in Carolyn Winget's third-grade class at McNeal Elementary School share their plans for Spring Break.

  • East County
  • News
The renovations to Cedars Tennis Resort's pool are scheduled to be completed Oct. 1.
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • September 30, 2015
Cedars Tennis Resort awaits its updates

Since May, Cedars Tennis Resort has been renovated. The changes will be completed Oct. 1.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
Lakewood Ranch’s Jay Scheck hangs out in his man cave with his collection of Japanese slot machines.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • April 12, 2017
Lakewood Ranch collector hits jackpot

Inoperable Japanese slot machines provide new challenge.

  • East County
  • News
Al Earnst, Don Tersigni and Cliff Hornsby perform at the first Comedy Night fundraiser, part of this year's "Arts in April" on April 17 at the Town Center Green.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • April 18, 2025
Comedians bring impressions, anecdotes to Longboat Key venue

New this year to Arts in April, a comedy night fundraiser went off on Thursday at the Pavilion.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
2 —  The number of silver medals Out-of-Door Academy freshman Alexandra Bradbury won at the USA Weightlifting National School Age Championships.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 10, 2011
Just the Stats 08.10.11

See the Observer's by-the-numbers breakdown of the week in East County sports.

  • East County
  • Sports
Shannon Javaras competed in last year's First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • December 23, 2010
Running programs take off for half marathon

Signing up for a training program prior to running your first long-distance race can put you one step ahead of the game.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 7, 2013
Athlete of the Week: Bridget Walsh

Cardinal Mooney High sophomore lacrosse midfielder Bridget Walsh scored three goals in two games this week to lead the Lady Cougars to a 14-9 victory over Berkeley Prep Feb. 26, and a 13-7 victory over Tampa Catholic Feb. 28.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Braden River and Lakewood Ranch competed in a best of five series, which Lakewood Ranch won July 2.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 6, 2011
Rivalry Showcase

Braden River and Lakewood Ranch Little Leagues were the only two teams in the 10- and 11-year-old division of this year's District 26 All-Star Baseball Tournament.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 18, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Adam Strawderman

Thirteen-year-old center fielder Adam Strawderman went 12-for-19 at the plate with five home runs and 17 RBIs to help Lakewood Ranch Little League capture the 11-12-year-old division of the District 26 All-Star Tournament.

  • East County
  • Sports
Stephanie Bastos performs "Timeline" in San Francisco, Calif. in August 2016. Photo by Robbie Sweeney
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • July 5, 2017
Dancing Through Life: Performer tells her story through dance

Stephanie Bastos will share an intimate tale with audience members at Sarasota Contemporary Dance's latest one-woman-show, "Timeline."

  • Arts + Culture
James and Misdee Miller said they want to preserve the Sarasota Polo Club as a world class facility.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 28, 2018
High times for polo in Lakewood Ranch

Sarasota Polo Club opens under new owners, James and Misdee Miller.

  • East County
  • News
Meg Pierce's work is inspired by the colors and spirit of India.
  • By Loren Mayo and Molly Schechter |
  • July 13, 2011
Scene & Heard

YPGers distracted by unusual suspect After 300 hours, artist deems work is done WBTT, Players Theatre announce open auditions Spirit of India inspires colorful exhibition

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 12, 2012
Former first lady Laura Bush visits Mote

Bush got a behind-the-scenes tour of the laboratory during her recent visit to Sarasota.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
UPDATE: Chillounge Night rescheduled due to forecast
  • By Nicole Unger |
  • September 2, 2014
Day Trippin' — Land paddling at Nathan Benderson Park

Day Trippin' — Land paddling at Nathan Benderson Park

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • April 13, 2019
Lighthouse of Manasota uses art to explore the senses

Art in the Dark was hosted April 14 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
Diane Silverstein and Shirley Rose make cabbage rolls for the Sarasota Jewish Food Festival at Temple Sinai
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • January 10, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: Sarasota Jewish Food Festival

The festival boasts a wide selection of traditional comfort Jewish food including corned beef sandwiches and matzoh ball soup.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Diane Silverstein and Shirley Rose make cabbage rolls for the Sarasota Jewish Food Festival at Temple Sinai
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • January 10, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET:Sarasota Jewish Food Festival

Guests are invited to start their day with a bagel and schmear before they move on to the main dishes including brisket, stuffed cabbage and knishes.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • April 10, 2024
Trash, recycling collection rates will increase for Longboat residents

Waste Management’s three-year contract extension comes with a 28% residential rate increase due to increased labor and maintenance costs.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Courtesy Photo.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • October 20, 2011
Athlete of the Week: Summer Clarkson

Cardinal Mooney High School junior Summer Clarkson was among 80 riders nationally who competed in the equestrian hunter-jumper Marshall and Sterling League National Finals, in upstate New York.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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