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  • By Michael Eng |
  • June 17, 2009
Mike Wilder leaves Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch High School Principal Mike Wilder has accepted a position at the district level. The search is on for his replacement.

  • East County
  • Schools
It took the town and state officials 23 days to remove more than 10,000 cubic yards of waste.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • October 26, 2017
Longboat Key free of Irma waste

The town announced Wednesday, Oct. 25, that it has completed its removal of debris left by hurricane Irma.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • December 18, 2015
The Rev. Michael Mansperger celebrates 25 years

The Rev. Michael Mansperger celebrated 25 years of service to the Presbyterian Church of the Covenant Dec. 17, at Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Gus Andreone, 105, talks about serving under Gen. Patton in World War II.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 8, 2017
World War II: Call of duty

In 1944, Gus Andreone found himself going from golf instructor to serving under Patton.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 29, 2011
Suncoast unveils homelessness plan

Leaders say the plan will require the help of the entire Sarasota community.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 14, 2012
Neighbors: Leo Rojas

This local chocolatier's creations are catching the attention of his sweet-toothed neighbors.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • May 17, 2012
Fleming’s "5 for $6 ‘Til 7" Happy Hour is a Perfect 10!

Fleming’s "5 for $6 ‘Til 7" Happy Hour is a Perfect 10!

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
antipasto
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • March 3, 2015
Flavio's: Iconic, casual Italian dining on Siesta Key

Flavio's: Iconic, casual Italian dining on Siesta Key

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Garcia
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 18, 2014
Sidelines

Cardinal Mooney boys swimming captures titles; Lady Mustangs fall in state semifinals; Cougars advance to regional finals; Lakewood closes out season at state meet; Lady Thunder team earns a draw; Suncoast Storm '05 team wins 9U tournament

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 9, 2009
In Brief

Community News and Notes

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 17, 2016
CNBC names Sarasota among best places to start a business

The news website this month ranked the city 15th on its list of top metro areas to launch a business venture.

  • Sarasota
  • News
"Yes, We Have Some Bananas" is a fresh exhibit with a stale Volkswagen.
  • By Stuart and Lois Scheyer |
  • January 4, 2012
The good, bad, ugly and bizarre

It's been six years since we reported on our excursion to the bewildering world of Art Basel Miami Beach.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 28, 2017
Cops Corner 9.28

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 23, 2009
Cops Corner

A woman in the beach parking lot saw a man and woman standing by her car and pushing a note through a crack in the window.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
STOP remains steadfast in its belief that its core issues reflect the interest of city residents.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 27, 2017
Development community responds to STOP

A new group, which includes planning and real estate professionals, is challenging the resident activist group STOP’s claims about growth in the city.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Back: Lauren Solarte, Kristen Raulerson and Ryan Strawser. Front: Alex Poland, Jacquelene Gordan, Katy Bulger and Ashley Alvarez.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • August 6, 2015
This week in history 8.6.15

A glimpse of the way things were from the archives.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Asolo Rep hosting auditions for talented children this weekend (Courtesy Photo).
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • April 23, 2013
Asolo Rep hosting auditions for talented children this weekend

Asolo Repertory Theatre looking to cast children in "Show Boat" and "Grapes of Wrath"

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 1, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Get Yourself Tested Party

PHOTO GALLERY: Get Yourself Tested Party

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 2, 2013
SCS stifles HEAT

The Sarasota Christian volleyball team defeated Manatee HEAT 25-17, 23-25, 25-11, 25-17 Oct. 1.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 27, 2012
Sarasota graduate to be inducted into FSU Athletics Hall of Fame

Sarasota High School graduate John-Ford Griffin will be inducted into the Florida State University Athletics Hall of Fame Aug. 31.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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