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GreyHawk Landing resident Lindsay Rushmore said the community needs to offer better solutions for the site, not just complain about what may come.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 18, 2018
Proposed Bradenton car dealership drives concern

GreyHawk residents to begin petition and letter-writing campaigns.

  • East County
  • News
GreyHawk Landing's Abigail Zion is back in the area after an educational trip to Poland and Israel.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 9, 2018
Lakewood Ranch High senior experiences 'March of the Living'

Her trips includes touring concentration camps in Poland and speaking with Holocaust survivors in Israel.

  • East County
  • News
Kendall Douley won the cake walk competition.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • November 10, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: ODA Thunder Fun Day

Out-of-Door Academy held its 7th annual Thunder Fun Day event on Nov. 10. This free event included games, inflatable rides, tournaments, a craft tent, bake sale and more. Trophies were awarded for a chili cook off and cake walk competition.

  • East County
  • News
Daniel Morris played guitar with his grandfather Greg Deas.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 10, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Nolan's Got Talent

Nolan Middle School's HOSA Chapter celebrated HOSA Week Nov. 5-9, by sponsoring a special Nolan's Got Talent Show Nov. 8. Performers showed off a variety of talents, including song, dance, piano and more.

  • East County
  • News
Sophomore Max Munroe has been pitching for The Out-of-Door Academy since he was in the eighth grade.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 27, 2016
Sophomore pitcher has control of his destiny

The Out-of-Door Academy student was the only Florida pitcher named to the 15U Perfect Game All-American team.

  • East County
  • Sports
Michael Donald Edwards delivers the identities of the seven shows of the 2015-16 season.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • March 16, 2015
Asolo Repertory Theatre announces 2015-2016 season

The fourth year of their American Character Project includes old favorites and exciting new works

  • Arts + Culture
The Braden River Middle School Pom/Hip Hop team danced to "Blow."
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 15, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Tara Dance Recital

Members of the Tara Elementary School Dance Team and Braden River Middle School Panther Dancers showed off their hard work and dancing skills May 15, with a special "Just Dance" recital performance at Braden River High School.

  • East County
  • News
During their long-distance relationship and marriage, Michael Haluska and Susan Lorenc-Haluska shared the tradition of fixing the same meal and clinking wine glasses via their computers.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • May 26, 2011
Couple stays connected through virtual reality

Susan Lorenc-Haluska and Michael Haluska fell in love over dinner, drinks and long conversations - via their computers. after nearly two-and-a-half years of marriage.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The state audit began in March and concluded with the release of the report November 25.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • December 4, 2013
State report threatens school district recovery

The Manatee County School District could see as much as a $7.2 million reduction in its general fund balance as a consequence of a report from the state Auditor General's Office.

  • East County
  • Schools
The staff of Café L’Europe gathers for a group picture before guests arrive to celebrate the restaurant’s 40th anniversary.
  • By Katie Hendrick |
  • January 3, 2013
Cafe L'Europe 40th anniversary luncheon

Cafe L'Europe turns 40 later this month and kicked off the celebration Thursday, Jan. 3, with an unveiling of a new "old" logo (the restaurant returned to its original font) followed by a luncheon, where guests were treated to a complimentary glass of wine.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lonnie Brown.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 6, 2019
East County Athlete of the Week: Lonnie Brown

The Braden River senior talks scoring 31 points and his first dunk

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 24, 2018
Miami man charged with three felonies in Lido Beach fight, shooting

No injuries reported in 7 p.m. fight, police say.

  • Sarasota
  • News
County staff is seeking assistance from the Sarasota County Commission to recruit new members for some empty advisory councils. Observer File Photo.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • August 19, 2014
County seeks recruits for advisory councils

Several county advisory boards have so many vacancies that meetings are unable to attain a quorum.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The bayfront home has five bedrooms and six bathrooms.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 27, 2011
St. Armands home sells for $7,494,500

The three-year-old home has more than 6,500 square feet of living space.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Jose Franch-Ballester
  • By June LeBell |
  • April 18, 2014
MUSIC REVIEW: La Musica final program

La Musica ended its season last Wednesday with a wonderfully sculpted program it played with precision and beauty.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jennifer McPheeters |
  • December 2, 2014
BOOK REVIEW: 'All the Light We Cannot See' by Anthony Doerr

Anthony Doerr's novel, 'All the Light We Cannot See,' is a National Book Award finalist, and with good reason.

  • Arts + Culture
Sarasota County Fire Chief Michael Regnier spoke at a press conference Feb. 15 announcing a partnership with PulsePoint that he said will help save lives.
  • By Ryan Butler |
  • February 15, 2018
Sarasota County first responders look to save lives with app partnership

PulsePoint provides resources to help civilians assist people suffering emergencies.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota Orchestra President and CEO Joseph McKenna said the orchestra has deferred a number of maintenance projects due to poor economic conditions over the past five years.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 30, 2013
City Commission to consider orchestra improvements

The City Commission will hold a special meeting Wednesday morning to discuss $460,000 in facility upgrades to the Sarasota Orchestra building.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rick Rogala survived 11 months as a prisoner of war in North Korea.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • May 22, 2013
Veteran regains love for country

Rick Rogala lost faith in his country as a prisoner of war in North Korea in 1968. Now, he cherishes his country.

  • East County
  • News
Mote's seahorse exhibit opened to the public in 2009.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 13, 2011
Mote begins new seahorse tours

The tours offer information about Mote's seahorse conservation efforts.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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