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  • By David Conway |
  • February 14, 2017
Musicians celebrate Valentine’s Day with pop-up concert

Henry Porter and the Love Campaign and the Westcoast Gospel Chorus of Florida led a free show on Main Street to celebrate the Feb. 14 holiday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Scully, the mascot for the 2017 World Rowing Championships, lets everyone know the event almost is here.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 14, 2017
Acts listed for World Rowing Championships opening ceremonies in Sarasota

Circus Sarasota, Sarasota Pops Orchestra highlight free event Sept. 23

  • East County
  • News
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • December 5, 2014
Weekend's best bets: Friday, Dec. 5

Weekend's best bets: Friday, Dec. 5

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Hunter Montague listens to the heartbeat of his stuffed friend — Dinorex.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • September 26, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: Health & Wellness Expo

From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 27, attendees of the Health & Wellness Expo, at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, will showcase a range of booths that offer tips on healthy living, free screenings and other fitness-related materials.

  • East County
  • News
The Sarasota County Fire Department is offering free child safety seat checks beginning in March.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 27, 2024
County fire department offers free child safety seat inspections

Inspections will rotate to a different Sarasota County fire station each month.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Pirates senior linemen Daniel Galvin (78) and Zach Moore (75) process the game's outcome as time expires. The Pirates lost 24-21.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 3, 2018
Another painful loss for Pirates against Venice

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • East County
  • Sports
5. Danny Walker, a Lakewood Ranch High grad, won the Web.com Tour's Qualifying Tournament in 2018. File photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 13, 2019
Ten players to watch at the LECOM Suncoast Classic

From two-time major winners to Lakewood Ranch High grads, there are interesting stories throughout the field at the LECOM Suncoast Classic at Lakewood National Golf Club.

  • East County
  • Sports
Solar panels in 2019 on the roof of Longboat Key residents Rusty Chinnis and Chris Killeen's house. Rooftop solar panels are a relatively rare sight on Longboat Key.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 31, 2022
Solar power users have different experiences during a storm

Battery backup power kept one Longboat household lit up during Hurricane Ian.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch's James Rivera won the 4A 300-meter hurdles at the track and field championships.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 6, 2018
Top sports moments from East County's 2017-2018 school year

Lakewood Ranch High, Braden River High and The Out-of-Door Academy all had special moments in 2017-2018. These are the best of East County's best.

  • East County
  • Sports
Jazmene Perez scored a goal in the Booker's first win in three years.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 10, 2020
Booker girls soccer nabs first win in three years

The Tornadoes are not satisfied yet, however.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 29, 2009
Lady Pirates crowned district champs

The Braden River volleyball team captured its first championship with a 3-2 victory over St. Pete Lakewood in the Class 4A-District 10 finals.

  • East County
  • Sports
Lakewood Ranch High pitchers Kevin Leone, Dom Leone, Bryan Vanvranken, Brandon King, Brad Zunica, Seth McGarry, Jake Axley, Barrett Holtry and Kyle Benson have their sights set on leading the Mustangs to their first state title since 2003.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 15, 2012
Lakewood Ranch High baseball uses nine pitchers

With the arms of nine pitchers, the Lakewood Ranch High baseball team is poised to make another run toward Port St. Lucie and an elusive state title.

  • East County
  • Sports
Championship players include: Hannah Ott, Madison Taylor, Kasey Brandt, Alana DeLaGarza, Emma Bourdeau, Kayleigh Roundy, Hailey Hirter, Courtney Stout, Riley O’Neill, Allison Van Hatten and Jessica Wagner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 9, 2013
SIDELINES

Lady Pirates go 2-1 in holiday tournament; Falkner Farms wins tournament championship; LRLL spring registration upcoming; Miss Manatee Softball announces registration dates for spring season

  • East County
  • Sports
Lakewood alumnus Ryan Kennedy led the Mustangs to a state championship when he was a senior. Courtesy photo.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 10, 2012
Ryan Kennedy: Welcome Home

Former Lakewood Ranch High shortstop Ryan Kennedy, who graduated in 2003, was named the Mustangs' new baseball coach Oct. 3.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • May 29, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, May 30

A look at our favorite arts and entertainment calendar events taking place this week in Sarasota County (Sarasota and Venice).

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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 17, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Terry's Framing & Art Supplies

The store carries all price ranges, from $6-per-foot framing to $125-per-foot materials and everything in between.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Keep Sarasota County Beautiful (KSCB) is seeking volunteers to participate in the 2012 International Coastal Cleanup from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 15.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 3, 2012
County seeks volunteers for International Coastal Cleanup

Volunteers are being sought for a Sept. 15 coastal cleanup. Volunteers are being offered free admission to Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Photos by Rachel S. O'Hara
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • December 1, 2011
Neighbors: Shirley Goodman

It is hard to say whether it is easier to spot Shirley Goodman from across the room due to her glitzy garb or the sound of her tapping feet.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Sarah Felder |
  • March 28, 2013
A smart way to teach kids about eating healthy at Easter time

A smart way to teach kids about eating healthy at Easter time

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By David Conway |
  • February 5, 2019
Work on St. Armand Circle bathroom progresses

Despite concerns about costs, a St. Armands group is pushing forward with its planned restroom project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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