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Cynthia Saunders, the superintendent of the School District of Manatee County, thanks the community for its support during a difficult school year.
  • By Guest Author |
  • June 9, 2021
School District of Manatee County Superintendent gives thanks to community for support

School District of Manatee County Superintendent Cynthia Saunders applauds teachers, students, staff members and the community for a successful school year.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • September 22, 2011
Chair defends board's actions

County Commissioner Nora Patterson told a Tiger Bay Club audience that although the commission could have paid more attention to signs of trouble with procurement before a scandal erupted, the board was constrained by the county charter.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Jamie Rusnak of the Parrish YMCA and Stacey McKee of the Lakewood Ranch YMCA enjoy a walk on a trail that winds through the woods.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 23, 2018
'A little piece of heaven' in Lakewood Ranch

Visitors say SMR knocked it out of the park with its design.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 2, 2014
Our view

Lower speed limit on GMD?

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 24, 2010
Pedal to the Medal

Ten-year-old Sasha Brun-Wibaux has been go-kart racing for the past two years. She will compete in her next Florida Series race next month.

  • East County
  • Sports
Pine Avenue Restoration project partner Ed Chiles strolls to the Pine Avenue business district for a cup of coffee on most mornings. He believes that the revitalized district could become a model for Longboat Key's business districts.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 23, 2011
Road to Redevelopment

Since 2008, Anna Maria's Pine Avenue has been undergoing a transformation. Restoration project partner Ed Chiles thinks the development could offer a model for Longboat.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Edward Alley |
  • November 6, 2016
Music review: Sarasota Orchestra: Masterworks I

The Sarasota Orchestra tackled treacherous territory with clarity and balance, showcasing the excellence of these musicians.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Tina and Jimmy O’Brien, Licensed Real Estate Agents |
  • February 6, 2019
Factors for Home Sellers To Consider Before A Home Showing

Factors for Home Sellers To Consider Before A Home Showing

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Sponsored Content
The park, which will sit at 7500 S.R. 64 E., will include 49 RV sites and a 1-acre lake when it opens this month.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 4, 2015
East County prepares for new RV park

A new RV park a mile east of Interstate 75 on State Road 64 East has plans for 108 sites and amenities such as a pool, recreation center and two lakes.

  • East County
  • News
Santa Claus made an appearance at last year's parade. File photo.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • November 29, 2012
Sarasota prepares for annual downtown holiday parade

The annual holiday parade returns to Main Street with the theme, 'Christmas in Paradise.'

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 1, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, March 2

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Robin Roy |
  • December 8, 2009
Wedding fee a 'deterrent'

Commissioners joke about the real reason behind a new fee for those wanting to get married in city parks.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 13, 2016
LBO Cops Corner 04.14.2016

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Meet this week's athlete: Jamie Mirikitani
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • January 12, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Jamie Mirikitani

Jamie Mirikitani grew up in Hawaii on the island of Oahu and was introduced to polo by his stepfather. Mirikitani played throughout high school and in college at Arizona State.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • October 18, 2017
St. Armands makes its case for public restrooms

The project could cost more than $200,000, but stakeholders say it’s a priority for the shopping district.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Riverview High School is one of 100 schools selected to participate in the new initiative.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • December 18, 2017
Riverview High selected for inclusion and diversity program

The program is meant to promote the inclusion and success of under-represented students in the International Baccalaureate program.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Courtesy photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 16, 2016
Lucia Blinn captures history in poems to late husband

The Longboat Key resident’s memos to her late husband range from the O.J. Simpson trials to the iPhone craze.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • May 20, 2018
Riverview High School honors class of 2018

The Riverview High School commencement was hosted May 19 at Ram Bowl.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 13, 2010
Storm drain repairs under way

Damaged storm drains in three Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club neighborhoods are being repaired. The repairs will cost more than $200,000.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 17, 2017
Drink This: Darkness Divides Manhattan

Enjoy a modern twist on a classic cocktail.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
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