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  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 16, 2013
News Briefs

Rajewski qualifies for commission seat; New Longboat Key police cars hit the street; Public invited to meet ULI panelists

  • Longboat Key
  • News
"I'm a really big bunhead," Sara Sardelli says. Bunhead is a term, coined by ballerinas, that translates to "hardcore ballet fanatic."
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • August 1, 2012
Sara Sardelli: Turning Pointe

Sara Sardelli takes on a larger-than-life role as she dances her way into the upcoming season as the newest principal of Sarasota Ballet.

  • Arts + Culture
Lakewood Ranch junior Talia Falco won the triple jump with a jump of 36 feet, 10.5 inches.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 30, 2014
Mustang Stampede

Sisters Talia and Sophia Falco will lead the Lakewood Ranch High track team into the FHSAA Class 3A track and field championships May 3, in Jacksonville.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lynn Weddington and Longboat Key Club and Resort General Manager Michael Welly were married during a recent trip to Italy. They’ll head to the West Coast before deciding the next step in their careers.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 31, 2012
Right place, right time

The Longboat Key Club and Resort's general manager Michael Welly is saying 'goodbye' after eight-and-a-half years.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Punsalan |
  • February 5, 2013
“Beasts of the Southern Wild:” The little movie that could

“Beasts of the Southern Wild:” The little movie that could

  • Arts + Culture
Join Alex Mahadevan and Mallory Gnaegy as they report today's headlines.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • September 20, 2012
Sept. 20: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Carolyn Lowry-Nation was pleased her bougainvillea weren't affected by the cold snap.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 10, 2018
Lakewood Ranch residents don't chill when it comes to plants

Covering plants with sheets can stop damage due to cold weather.

  • East County
  • News
The proceeds from the event will benefit Autism Speaks.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • September 13, 2013
WEEKEND BEST BET: HCW Family Field Day

Hornback Chiropractic and Wellness, P.A. (HCW) hosts its third annual Family Field Day benefiting Autism Speaks at Summerfield Park in Lakewood Ranch Saturday.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • October 23, 2014
VIDEO: Southside Village welcomes the return of familiar faces

Following the reopening of Sam Snead’s American Grill, Southside Village businesses are excited about the future.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • February 20, 2014
Roat: a voice and a vision for Sarasota County

Paul Roat's work as an editor and a photographer for the Pelican Press and Anna Maria Islander spanned some of the area's most memorable moments and highlighted his passion for the community in which he lived.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Derricks such as these will dot the Summerfield community.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 1, 2011
Ranch CDD considers oil drilling

APRIL FOOLS' DAY - At least one Lakewood Ranch CDD 1 official hopes the option of oil drilling on CDD property could help reduce assessments for residents.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 22, 2012
Signage standards delay enforcement

Changes in federal standards have delayed the Manatee County Sheriff's Office from increasing traffic enforcement in Lakewood.

  • East County
  • News
In March 1981, Longboat Key voters voted in favor of a mid-Key bridge.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 26, 2017
Bridge to Longboat …

… 50 years of stop-and-go talking

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Tomasin Brennan.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 17, 2016
Foil your other plans and try Sarasota Fencing Academy and Club

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
A dramatic, Asian-inspired entrance sets the stage for a calm and contemplative interior. Photo by Rachel S. O'Hara
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • May 8, 2013
Home of the Month: Classic on the Key

A Siesta Key home showcases the genius of architect Ralph Twitchell - half a century later.

  • Arts + Culture
Indigenous is Ingenious. Courtesy photos
  • By June LeBell |
  • May 8, 2013
Tidbites

Indigenous is Ingenious; Updated menu and Full-Service Bar at Americano; Ophelia's is a Best Bet for Food and View

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 30, 2009
Cops Corner

Cops Corner

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Myakka City’s Morgan Smith has nine goats on her property, including two of her favorites, Jay and Annie.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • October 3, 2017
Milking a hobby on the ranch

Myakka City resident hopes to clean up with goat soap.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Roger Hill started working for Schroeder-Manatee Ranch in 1981.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 5, 2013
Lakewood Ranch remembers longtime manager

Roger Hill, ranch manager for Schroeder-Manatee Ranch, died March 1.

  • East County
  • News
Andy Adams controls 75 of the condo units at the former Colony.
  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • November 16, 2016
Adams says ‘no’ to Colony proposal ... for now

Majority unit owner Andy Adams has voted against an Orlando developer’s plan to redevelop the Longboat Key resort.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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