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  • By Pam Nadon |
  • September 27, 2016
Film review: 'Author: The JT LeRoy Story'

This fascinating film uncovers the story behind the fictitious author JT LeRoy and the real woman behind the hoax.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Susan Myers, a McNeal parent, writes down notes about each candidate.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • June 4, 2015
McNeal Elementary School community questions potential principals

Three candidates are poised to replace Norma Scott. The new administrator will be announced Friday, June 5.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 8, 2016
Keep the music playing

Artist Series and Sarasota Music Club launch scholarship to empower and educate the musicians and audiences of tomorrow.

  • Arts + Culture
Longboat Key Town Clerk Trish Granger said she won't make a public records request to the city of Sarasota for boxes of files she believes should be transferred to the town.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 23, 2016
Record control dispute lingers on Longboat

Who’s in charge of the public records associated with the Manasota League of Cities? It depends on whom you ask.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kathryn Parks |
  • January 29, 2013
Home Resource: Sarasota’s own fringe theatre

Home Resource: Sarasota’s own fringe theatre

  • Arts + Culture
A condominium at The Grande Riviera in Sarasota sold recently for $2.15 million.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • November 2, 2017
Grande Riviera condominium sells for $2.15 million

Residential real estate transactions for Oct. 16-20.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 31, 2012
Jane Pauley interviews Gid Pool on 'Today'

After getting bumped multiple times, Jane Pauley's interview with retired real-estate agent Gid Pool at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre aired today.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rotary Club of Longboat Key President Carol Erker informed the Town Commission Monday it has a $10,170 contribution for a dog park at Bayfront Park.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 23, 2015
LBK Rotary donates $10,170 to dog park

Bayfront Park has now received $12,270 in funding gifts for a new children’s playground and $10,170 for a future dog park.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jon Bullas, director of instruction for the Golf Academy at Lakewood Ranch was recently named the new tour director for the US Kids Tour for Sarasota.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 10, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

The Golf Academy at Lakewood Ranch's director of instruction takes on new role.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 1, 2013
L'Ambiance sale makes Sarasota County history

A penthouse in the Islandside community sold for $6.75 million - the highest amount recorded countywide for a condo.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • January 31, 2013
Six Manatee County Schools superintendent finalists selected for interviews

The Manatee County School board approved a list six finalists for the district's superintendent post in a special workshop today.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • October 6, 2009
Update: Arrest made in series of home invasions

The sheriff's office said DNA links a man arrested after a Venice bar fight to at least four violent attacks.

  • East County
  • News
Oak & Stone Assistant General Manager Patrick Goeser visits with The Miracle League's Andrew Leibin and his mom, Jaycie.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 11, 2017
Sarasota's Oak & Stone raises money for Miracle League

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

  • East County
  • News
BUSTED: This week in police reports — 8.06.15
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • July 10, 2015
BUSTED: This week in police reports: Thursday, July 9

BUSTED: This week in police reports: Thursday, July 9

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 10, 2015
School Board candidates kick off campaigns

Incumbent Sarasota County School Board District 2 candidate Caroline Zucker has filed to run for re-election, while District 3 candidate Eric Robinson jumpstarts fundraising with $9,700 worth of contributions.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Join Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan as they report the daily headlines.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • October 31, 2012
Oct. 31: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • October 5, 2009
Update: Arrest made in series of home invasions

The sheriff's office said DNA links a man arrested after a Venice bar fight to at least four violent attacks.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 20, 2013
Town sends signal with wireless draft

A draft of the town's telecommunications ordinance doesn't ban cell towers, but forces applicants to prove why alternative technologies won't improve cellular reception.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jose Silva
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 14, 2011
Business Observer

Area businesses benefit from Premier; Turner Tree reports record-breaking sales; Jose Silva joins Blue Skye Lending

  • East County
  • News
"You don't get into this field thinking about what kind of skin you'll have," Jane Hoffman says of her sensitive personality. "You get into it because you like playing music."
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • January 11, 2012
Jane Hoffman: The Merry Piper

Jane Hoffman has played the flute at weddings, dinners, galas and major pop concerts. As she prepares for her next performance, the musician explains how she's managed to gig for her supper for so long.

  • Arts + Culture
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