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  • By Bret Hauff |
  • July 18, 2018
FEMA denies Longboat funding for Irma damages

Longboat Key has sought reimbursement from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to pay for sand lost during Hurricane Irma.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • September 27, 2013
Weekend Best Bets: Friday, Sept. 27

Weekend Best Bets: Friday, Sept. 27

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • January 29, 2015
Ivory Lounge lawsuit against condo owners continues in court

Ivory Lounge owner Ambrish Piare’s suit against the nightclub’s downtown neighbors got a jolt this week, when a judge denied a motion to dismiss the case.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A Sarasota County schematic shows plans for the northern section of Nathan Benderson Park at University Parkway. Courtesy rendering.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 15, 2012
Commissioners approve Benderson Park changes

The Sarasota County Commission Wednesday unanimously approved changes in the $40 million Benderson Park project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
After resigning from the state attorney's office earlier this year, Hagen Brody is seeking a spot on the City Commission.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 16, 2016
Attorney enters City Commission race

Hagen Brody, who resigned from his position at the state attorney’s office amid controversy earlier this year, is seeking a spot on the Sarasota City Commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
In other news, Bob Burstein (far right), CDD 6 chairman, said he is resigning as chairman, but will remain on the board.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • March 18, 2014
CDDs talk agreement on gate costs

At a workshop today, Lakewood Ranch Community Development Districts 2, 5 and 6 are conducting a straw poll on an interlocal agreement to share the cost of maintaining and operating the gate at Balmoral Woods Boulevard and the gate at Legacy Boulevard.

  • East County
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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 20, 2010
Commission will consider oil spill plans

The Town Commission will also hear updates about plans for a beach project on the north end of the island and the town's 2010-11 beach-wide project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Josylyn Chapman, 12,  completes math homework at her GreyHawk Landing home. She likely will be redistricted to attend the North River High School when it opens.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 17, 2018
Manatee School District prepares to move attendance lines

East County residents voice concerns about new Parrish high school.

  • East County
  • News
Julia King, Matt Sawalski, Preston Boyd and Murray Chase
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 12, 2017
Evolution Now: 'Inherit the Wind' opens at Venice Theatre

“Inherit the Wind” puts independent thought on trial at Venice Theatre.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 28, 2015
Sidelines

Yanez wins USTA Florida Winter Championships; Local teams spar on the mat at tournament; McMahon gets kudos on national level

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Wagner Realty adds business brokerage specialists
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 6, 2013
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Wagner Realty adds business brokerage specialists; Chamber survey shows economic upswing; Ranch builder continues Booker High School renovation

  • East County
  • News
Karen White introduces herself to Rabbi Michael Churgel.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • July 14, 2016
Temple Sinai packs Shabbat service to welcome new rabbi

Rabbi Michael Churgel leads Rhythm & Jews Shabbat service at Temple Sinai for the first time as the new spiritual leader.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 24, 2015
Cops Corner: East County 8.27.2015

Find out what crime is happening near you.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Steve Vernon would like to help reduce regulations that hinder budding business owners from opening or expanding their businesses.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • August 11, 2015
Conversation with Steve Vernon

The president of the Lakewood Ranch Republican Club filed to run for the District 73 state representative seat Monday, July 27.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • March 13, 2014
VIDEO: Aerial yoga takes flight

Although most yoga participants have found peace on the floor, many yoga-lovers and newcomers are taking their love for yoga to new heights.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 20, 2010
Our View

It was inevitable

  • Sarasota
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  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 24, 2013
Lakewood Ranch set to tee off for Fall Golf Classic

The Lakewood Ranch High athletic department will hold its 2013 Fall Golf Classic Oct. 5, at the Legacy Golf Club in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
Former minister the Rev. Vincent Carroll with wife, Molly, and interim minister the Rev. Bill Friederich, right, with wife, Bah
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • July 13, 2016
Longboat Island Chapel finds interim minister

The Rev. Bill Friederich will serve as the chapel’s interim minister.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Christian sophomore Cheyenne Miller has a .167 earned run average so far this season. (Photo by Jen Blanco)
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 3, 2014
Quiet Ace

Sarasota Christian sophomore Cheyenne Miller has hurled the Lady Blazers to a 7-1 record so far this season.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 5, 2014
Sidelines

Silver Hawks 12U win championship; McKechnie Field named finalist; PAL to celebrate silver anniversary

  • East County
  • Sports
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