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  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 18, 2013
SIDELINES

Lakewood girls finish second; Braden River will host golf tournament; ODA swings past Southeast; ODA sweeps Imagine High School; SCF to hold invitational tourney

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 17, 2015
Why Trump is on top

Sir Isaac Newton and the late economist Friedrich Hayek have rational explanations for why the Donald is running so far ahead of the Republican pack. It’s physics and math.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 23, 2012
Our View: Destined to mediocrity?

Congratulations to the citizens of Pensacola. They had the courage to recognize and admit their city was going nowhere, and that it needed a leader, a champion, to raise it up.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Town Manager Tom Harmer listens during joint meeting with Sarasota County officials.
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • October 25, 2018
Longboat leaders talk about one county idea with Sarasota commissioners

There would be a ripple effect from such a move.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Alex Turner powers up a right-footed shot.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 22, 2016
Cardinal Mooney soccer player reflects on scoring 100 goals

He is the first player in school history to hit triple digits.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 6, 2011
Our View: Trolley folly

Prioritizing is never easy, particularly so for politicians when, for every government service, there is some sort of constituency, or special interest, wanting that service. That's true whether it is tennis courts, community rooms or kayak access.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Friends Marsha and Douglass, both of Sarasota, came to the Sarasota taping of "Antiques Roadshow" with a clock and an Emmett Kelly doll.
  • By Grier Ferguson |
  • April 13, 2018
'Antiques Roadshow' taping draws thousands to Sarasota’s Ca’ d’Zan

Treasures in hand, people from waited for answers — and possible antique stardom.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • March 15, 2018
JoshProvides celebrates 10th anniversary with new signature event

The 10 Years Anniversary Celebration Dinner was hosted March 15 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
Lakewood Ranch resident Jon Martin took this photo in October, on Longboat Key.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 25, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Lakewood Ranch resident Jon Martin took this photo in October, on Longboat Key.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Experienced shooter Jennifer LeBlanc helps beginner Michelle Carpenter with target practice.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • September 5, 2013
Straight Shooters: Well Armed Woman

The Well Armed Woman teaches women to defend themselves and their families by taking aim and firing.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • March 15, 2018
Israel Tennis Centers showcases talent, mission

Four athletes and their coaches traveled from Israel to the United States to highlight Israel Tennis Centers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • December 16, 2015
Why Trump is on top

Sir Isaac Newton and the late economist Friedrich Hayek have rational explanations for why the Donald is running so far ahead of the Republican pack. It’s physics and math.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 15, 2018
'Time capsule' home on Bird Key sells for $3.5 million

The home features all-original decor from when it was built.

  • Siesta Key
  • Real Estate
Siesta bike safety advocates say the narrow streets and crowded sidewalks in the Village pose a challenge for cyclists.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 28, 2016
Siesta Key cyclists push for safer rides

Considering the volume of bicycle activity on Siesta Key, a group of residents wants to help people bike smarter — and perhaps improve the biking conditions on the island.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Researchers have documented 1,095 turtle nests through June 21. (Courtesy Mote Marine Laboratory)
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 26, 2014
First turtle nest hatches on Longboat Key

Mote's Sea Turtle Patrol discovered the hatched nest June 22, on the Sarasota County side of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Adrian Moore |
  • September 3, 2020
How do the city and county of Sarasota stack up?

No municipality is in an entirely different world than the others. Things that work in one of them can work in others.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By David Conway |
  • May 21, 2014
Law enforcement groups to host boating safety event

The Sarasota Police Department, Sarasota County Sheriff's Office and other groups are holding an Interagency Boating Safety Inspection Day on Saturday.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Tidewell Hospice officials cut the ceremonial ribbon to celebrate the opening of the Lakewood Ranch Hospice House March 9. It will begin receiving patients within one month, officials said.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 9, 2018
New hospice house opens in Lakewood Ranch

At buildout, the hospice house will be Tidewell Hospice's largest. OR Fundraising continues for Lakewood Ranch Hospice House.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 21, 2016
Block Party, Club Day liven Main Street

Hundreds of East County residents turned out for the second annual event.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 24, 2009
Obituary: Ruth Henry Tiller

Ruth Henry Tiller, 98, of Longboat Key, died Sept. 20.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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