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  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 27, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the East County Observer archives.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 27, 2012
Cellular discussion eats up minutes

The commission was hesitant to devote 20 minutes to a wireless discussion but got that and more - 43 minutes' worth.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 10, 2010
Sweethearts set sail for honeymoon

Longboat Key Club and Resort concierge Elaine Levin married her sweetheart, Steve Smith, Jan. 16.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Playwright Lindsay Price addresses students in her play.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 8, 2010
Lakewood thespians welcome playwright

Playwright Lindsay Price watched Lakewood Ranch High School drama students perform her show, 'Somewhere, Nowhere.'

  • East County
  • Schools
The Healthy Start Coalition provides professional services for pregnant women, infants and new families in Sarasota County.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • July 17, 2013
Healthy Start Coalition announces keynote speaker

The Healthy Start Coalition of Sarasota Inc. annual meeting will take place Sept. 26 at Sarasota Laurel Oaks Club.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Although the city had placed a hold on permits for downtown special events, organizers of events like the Sarasota Seafood and Music Festival can now reserve their locations.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 24, 2016
Downtown event policies remain in flux

City commissioners offered a sign of support for maintaining downtown as a venue for special events — but also expressed an interest in revamping event regulations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Downtown merchants believe an amplified music system would help attract shoppers.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 3, 2017
Downtown merchants make play for music

Businesses in downtown Sarasota want to add amplified music throughout the district to enhance visitors' experience.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jen Blanco Sarasota Crew senior rower Shawna Sims overcame a career-threatening injury her sophomore season to earn national and international accolades.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 20, 2014
Pushing forward

Shawna Sims, one of the Sarasota Crew's most decorated rowers, will row for the University of Virginia next year.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 14, 2016
Cops Corner: 11.17.2016

Enjoy this week’s edition of Cops Corner!

  • East County
  • News
Janet Walter and her dog, Buck.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • October 26, 2011
I Am Woman captures strength of women through portraits

Janet Walter's family cherishes a portrait, painted in the '30s, of her grandmother wearing a canary-yellow dress. They refer to the painting as 'Dearie.' It now hangs in a museum in Tulsa, Okla.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 27, 2013
Top 10 2013 attractions

Here's our guide to the top 10 can't-miss activities and destinations on Longboat and its surrounding keys.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
LECOM School of Pharmacy students, from left, Brandi Conely, Kelly Fero, Stephanie Wills and Johnny Le Nguyen (far right), stand with faculty mentor Victoria Reinhartz in front of the group’s winning poster presentation. Courtesy.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 3, 2017
Drinking water safe despite smell

I-75 flyover gains Sarasota County approvals

  • East County
  • News
Bob Delfassee plays the trumpet, and Jody Edwards sings. Photo by Yaryna Klimchak.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • November 29, 2012
Jam sessions jazz up Sundays at Hotel Indigo

The Jazz Club of Sarasota has teamed up with Hotel Indigo to host Sunday Jam Sessions. The non-profit organization encourages musicians and vocalists to come and perform for jazz enthusiasts.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Bob Bowling, pictured with football players Justin Ross, Jimiah Albritton and Davion Banks, is the only athletic director Braden River High has ever known since it opened its doors in 2005. Photo by Jen Blanco
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 3, 2014
Lasting Legacy

After 41 years as a coach, teacher and mentor, Braden River High Athletic Director Bob Bowling officially retired from his post Aug. 29.

  • East County
  • Sports
Roslyn Lurie and Gail Cardi (Photo by Molly Schechter)
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • March 26, 2014
Aerobic Grandma

Friends in fitness see the social benefits of exercise

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 4, 2012
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Mote held an invitation-only ribbon cutting for its new facility on May 25.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • May 30, 2017
Mote cuts ribbon on new Summerland Key facility

The building will be used for coral reef restoration and research.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Adam Garrison, local stand-up comedian and actor, has created a new space for every kind of performer to express themselves.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • November 20, 2014
'Adam's Night Out' creates an inclusive night of comedy and entertainment

Local comedian Adam Garrison starts first comedy revue at the Players Theatre for local entertainers to scratch their artistic itch.

  • Arts + Culture
The Colony's recreational facilities include 12 tennis courts in the center of the property.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 22, 2010
Colony owners seek stake in courts

The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort unit owners now have the option to purchase a 5% interest in the resort's tennis courts.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dick Pelton has done a lot of research on brain health, which is part of what prompts him to stay so busy — he knows how good it can be for your mind.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • August 1, 2017
Healthy brains lead to happier people

To live life to the fullest, Dick Pelton advises to stay busy, stay engaged and have a purpose.

  • Health
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