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  • By Robin Roy |
  • January 6, 2011
7 in 11: Chris Gallagher

As a senior designer with Jonathan Parks Architect, Chris Gallagher shapes not only Sarasota's facades but also its community.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Nick Duckart and Ana Isabelle perform in Asolo Rep’s production of “Evita.” Photo by Rod Millington
  • By Edward Alley |
  • December 3, 2017
Music review: 'Evita'

Commanding, skilled performers and a full — but not overpowering — orchestra make "Evita" shine.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
File photo by Loren Mayo
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • February 10, 2016
Obituary: Owen Comora

Audubon Society hosts dedication to life of bird enthusiast Owen Comora.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 7, 2009
Longtime Longboat Key police captain retires

Longboat Key Police Capt. Steve Roehl retired last month after more than 20 years of service to the department and even longer ties to the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Key lime truffle, cake pop and cupcake at Heavenly Cupcakes
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • June 5, 2013
Florida's key fruit

When someone visits our area, it's likely they'll order Key lime pie as the perfect ending to his or her meal (usually consisting of fresh fish).

  • Arts + Culture
Access to Shell Beach was restricted while the city of Sarasota laid a new water pipeline to Lido Beach.
  • By Jack Gurney |
  • December 22, 2011
TOP STORY, JAN.: New water pipe being installed under Big Pass

Siesta Key residents inconvenienced by Shell Road work crews will have to be patient through the end of February, when a Sarasota city project to install a new water pipeline under Sarasota Bay to the south end of Lido Beach will be finished.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Take note, New York and Paris: Preschool kids at Kids R Kids of Lakewood Ranch may have created the latest fashion trend.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 10, 2011
Ranch kids makefashion statement

Take note, New York and Paris: Preschool kids at Kids R Kids of Lakewood Ranch may have created the latest fashion trend.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Developer Wayne Ruben said Bennett Park serves as the perfect amenity for his company’s new apartment project off State Road 64.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 29, 2012
Apartments planned near Bennett Park

Ruben Holland is gearing up to start The Landings at Parkview.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 28, 2016
Into the liar’s den

Republican Carlos Beruff knew that being a candidate for the U.S. Senate could get ugly. But calling him a ‘Charlie Crist Republican’? Now that’s nasty — and a lie.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Lakewood Ranch Community Development District 5 residents Gary and Sara Crowley are upset with the area beyond their house, which has overgrown marshland. Photos by Alex Rostowsky
  • By Alex Rostowsky |
  • October 22, 2014
Ranch conservation questioned

A marshland area that used to be trimmed is now part of an untouchable conservation area.

  • East County
  • News
A preliminary rendering shows the proposed development at the corner of Gulfstream Avenue and U.S. 41. The 144-unit condo tower is on the left, and the 275-room hotel is on the right. Courtesy Nichols Brosch Wurst Wolfe & Associates, Inc. architects
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • March 21, 2013
Developer plans condo and hotel

Preliminary plans outline 144 luxury condos and a 275-room hotel on a 2.9-acre vacant parcel.

  • Sarasota
  • News
D.M. Williams with former commissioner and good friend Joan Webster
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • January 31, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: D.M. Williams' Birthday

D.M. Williams, long-time manager at Casa Del Mar, was thrown a surprise birthday celebration on Tuesday, Jan. 31. The beloved manager turned 81, contrary to the '18' on his horse-themed birthday cake. In honor of his birthday, the resort planned a spin-off of the old game show, 'To Tell the Truth,' so everyone could learn about his past 81 years. Some facts attendees learned were: Williams called every pet he's owned 'Ben,' his favorite charity is St. Judes and that he was named D.M. because he was the youngest of 11 siblings and his mom ran out of names.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The candidates are: Pam Stewart, Diana Greene, Dr. Constance Jones, Kathryn LeRoy, Rick Mills and Dr. John Carvelli.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • February 12, 2013
Manatee superintendent finalists interview one-on-one with board today

The six finalists for the superintendent of Manatee County Schools are interviewing one-on-one with the school board today.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 10, 2009
Sarasota Ladies Soccer kicks off season Sunday

Sarasota Ladies Soccer is set to begin its 2009 fall season Sept. 13 at Adventure Park in Greenbrook.

  • East County
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  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 15, 2015
Great information for every LBK taxpayer

Kudos to Town Manager David Bullock and town staffers who produced the online information about the underground-utility referenda. It’s a ‘must-read’ for an informed electorate.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
George Glance, president of KB Home’s Central Florida operations, met with Association-selected contractors Sept. 20, in the Willowbrook community.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 26, 2012
Contractor selected for Willowbrook repairs

The Willowbrook Condominium Association has informed its residents of pending temporary balcony repairs.

  • East County
  • News
Seven-year-old Emmalee Adams with Sarasota Dance Academy
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • October 22, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Kids, Cats and Cupcakes

Cat Depot's fundraiser with cat themed cupcakes, games, dancers, face paint and prizes made already cool cats, even cooler on Saturday, Oct. 22. There were 16 games, a bouncy house and live entertainment provided by area dance academies. The cats were getting lots of love in the adoption center, too.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 3, 2014
The man with a plan

On the heels of completing his 10,000th home, Pat Neal remains focused on building out Lakewood Ranch, and doesn't show signs of slowing down anytime soon.

  • East County
  • News
Libby Bennett and Lara Hines, local sand sculptors, will lead two sand sculpting lessons tomorrow at Siesta Key beach.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • October 12, 2012
Free sand sculpting lessons start tomorrow

Crystal Classic organizers will offer two sessions beginning at 9 a.m., tomorrow, for up to 10 people each.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Emma Littlefield, a second-grader at Braden River Elementary, leads the pack as she safely uses the crosswalk.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • October 5, 2016
Braden River takes charge on the crosswalk

Braden River Elementary hosts National Walk to School Day this morning.

  • East County
  • News
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