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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 13, 2010
Loeb CEO calls project 'long-term investment'

The chairman and CEO of Loeb Partners Realty told the Town Commission Friday, Jan. 8 that The Longboat Key Cub and Resort's Islandside project it is proposing is a long-term investment for his company's more than $3 billion U.S. real-estate portfolio.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
One of the bald eagles carried nesting materials in its talons last week. Photo by Rachel S. O'Hara.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • October 25, 2012
The eagles have landed

A bald eagle pair has overcome hardship - first the removal of their nest to make way for the Ed Smith ballpark renovation, and now a fire near the nest.

  • Sarasota
  • News
This Country Club Village at Lakewood Ranch home, which has three bedrooms, three baths and 2,829 square feet, sold for $755,000.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • June 11, 2014
A home in The Concession sells for $1.5 million

A home in The Concession tops all transactions in this week's real estate.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Tailback Michael Glover rushed for 134 yards and scored the Pirates final touchdown.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 29, 2010
Pirates football team clinches playoff berth

Braden River High School captured a spot in the playoffs with a 45-34 victory over Booker in a Class 3A-District 10 contest Oct. 29.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 14, 2011
County holds off on approving upkeep bills

The Sarasota County Commission's latest foray into the Siesta Key Village Maintenance Corp. saga ended Tuesday with a request for more information from staff.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Bruce St. Denis' severance package didn’t include a $10,161 401(k) match that St. Denis also received.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 22, 2011
Commission questions payout for St. Denis

Bruce St. Denis received a $10,161 town 401(k) match that was not included in his severance agreement.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Stephanie Hannum |
  • August 12, 2010
BACK TO SCHOOL 2010: The SGA President: Joie Giannini

As a high school student, it's great to have the Student Government Association president as your friend and on your side, and Giovanna "Joie" Giannini is no exception.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
City Auditor and Clerk Pamela Nadalini was denied a bond twice
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 21, 2012
Why can't Nadalini obtain bond?

City attorney Robert Fournier told city commissioners that if someone challenged, in court, why the city wasn't in compliance with its charter, he could defend the city's position.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Brittany Cole, the lone freshman on Braden River’s softball squad this season, said she is enjoying learning from her older teammates.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 14, 2012
Braden River high baseman makes impact in first season

Braden River High second baseman Brittany Cole has been instrumental in the Lady Pirates' infield success in just her first season with the team.

  • East County
  • Sports
Allan Luke, of Longboat Key, goes for a shot during a game of pickle ball with his wife, Virginia, Friday, Feb. 4, at the Anna Maria Island Community Center.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 9, 2011
Pickleball passion nets Key fans

At the Longbeach Village Association's monthly meeting Feb. 2, resident Allan Luke spoke about approaching the town about putting Pickleball courts at the Bayfront Park Recreation Center.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 8, 2009
Cops Corner

A sandwich-shop employee allowed a man to use the store's phone. The employee recognized the man, because he often hangs out in front of the shop. The phone is located near the counter, where a tip jar sits. After the man hung up the phone and left, the employee noticed the tip jar was empty.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 20, 2014
Football preview: Lakewood Ranch High

After playing both ways last season, senior Jamie Jeffcoat hopes to add depth to the Mustangs' backfield this season.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • February 6, 2013
Downtown advocates question selection of garage contractor

The City Commission will vote Feb. 29, on the contract for the State Street garage that will include retail space.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Please send letters to the editor to Pam Eubanks at peubanks@yourobserver.com.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 12, 2012
Observed: Educational bombshell

The Manatee County School Board's meeting chambers were exceptionally crowded Monday night, and as I squeezed into the back to stand, I first noticed Superintendent Tim McGonegal was missing from his normal seat.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 28, 2010
Birth Announcements 04.29.10

Congratulations to the East County parents who celebrated recent births.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 28, 2009
Key Club urges project support from members

Longboat Key Club and Resort General Manager Michael Welly met with club members last week to ask for support at Town Commission public hearings next month.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 17, 2011
Cops Corner

March 8 8:25 a.m. - Bahia Vista Street. Road Hazard. A manhole cover was seen lying on the road, with the manhole exposed. However, no ninja turtles - mutant or otherwise - were seen in the area.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Anthony Paull |
  • October 15, 2012
Sarasota sound regulations meeting: Be the change.

Sarasota sound regulations meeting: Be the change.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Voters approved the $16 million beach project by 76.2%.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 15, 2011
Beach project, charter amendment approved

On Election Day, Longboat Key voters overwhelmingly approved a $16 million beach project and a charter amendment that clarifies partial terms for commissioners.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
"Fiori Gallery has really become a hybrid gallery," says owner Rusty Colliard. "All I carried before was original artwork, but since the economy turned, we decided to also offer consignment."
  • By Stephanie Hannum |
  • October 14, 2010
GALLERY AROUND THE CORNER: Fiori Gallery

Fiori Gallery always featured original artwork, however, in the current economy, it has expanded to include prints as well as upscale furnishings/home decor and some women's accessories.

  • Arts + Culture
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