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Publix Vice President of Lakeland Operations Tom McLaughlin, pictured with Publix agent Michael Leeds and Mayor Jim Brown speaks about the new store.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 12, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Publix topping-off celebration

Publix Supermarkets Inc. held a topping-off party to celebrate construction of its new Longboat Key store scheduled to open in December.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The cast of Asolo Rep’s production of “Rhinoceros” will be dressed in ’30s attire and rhino heads that the director is keeping secret. Photo by John Revisky
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 13, 2018
Asolo Rep confronts the rhino in the room in timely production

"Rhinoceros" is Eugène Ionesco’s absurdist classic set in the '30s — and Asolo Rep's version shows it's comically relevant today.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
File photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • March 19, 2019
Suncoast Surfrider Foundation to host beach cleanup

Along with Suncoast Rise Above Plastics Coalition, Surfrider invites the public to help clean up the north end of Longboat Key beach.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Cynthia Sayer plays the Glenridge Performing Arts Center on Sunday, Jan. 19.
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 18, 2018
Banjoist Cynthia Sayer's fateful swap makes for a revolutionary career

Cynthia Sayer didn't set out to be an acclaimed banjo player — but her passion and her style make a recipe for success.

  • Arts + Culture
The waterfront home at 4300 Higel Ave. sits back from the road. It offers six bedrooms, six full baths and three half-baths and more than 8,200 square feet of living space.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • October 18, 2021
Siesta Key home on Higel Avenue sells for $12 million

Property in Fiddler Bayou is the top seller of the week of Oct. 4 for the Sarasota and Siesta Key area.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Erica Enmeier and Run Badal
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • September 26, 2017
All Faiths holds annual Hunger Summit

All Faiths Food Bank hosted a panel discussion on the issues associated with child hunger at Michael's On East on Sept. 26.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
"She's not lovable in any sense of the word," Danielle White says of her character in "Blind Pass." "I think she's going to leave a lot of people at a loss for words."
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • December 28, 2011
Danielle White: Blind faith

Booker High grad Danielle White pulls double duty as star and producer of the new Sarasota film, 'Blind Pass.' The bubbly actress/singer comes home to play a dark role.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • March 16, 2015
Pelican Cove residents show off their talent

Pelican Cove held its 32nd annual art show on March 14 to 16.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Runners reach the final mile of the course.
  • By Shane Donglasan |
  • March 18, 2018
A run to remember at the annual First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon Race

Runners, walkers and supporters take part in 13th annual First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon Race on March 18.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Kumar Mahadevan |
  • August 8, 2012
Mote Marine Laboratory takes closer look at sea turtles

Scientists at Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium have been studying sea turtles that nest along our Southwest Florida beaches for 31 years.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Debbie Andreacci and Beth Hocking. Photo by Liz Ramos.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 24, 2020
Million dollar effort for Peridia Golf and Country Club

Peridia Golf and Country Club residents collect almost two tons in food for Food Bank of Manatee.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 22, 2016
Study flushes $20 million project from Longboat Key budget

The island’s sole sewage forcemain to Manatee County has at least 20 more years of use, according to a study, but future issues loom in the pipeline.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 23, 2018
Cops Corner: Sarasota 8.23.18

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
‘A Kaleidoscope of Color' is on display until Aug. 5. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • June 13, 2018
Circus costume designs of Miles White take center ring at The Ringling

This Ringling exhibit, "A Kaleidoscope of Color," celebrates costume designer Miles White, who forever changed the circus with his use of color and movement-friendly designs.

  • Arts + Culture
  • 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
The Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key raised $76,000 combined this season from events like the Longboat Key Gourmet Lawn Party.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 10, 2014
Kiwanis Club increases scholarship money

The Longboat Key Kiwanis Club Foundation will increase its annual grant and scholarship funds given to area youths from $75,000 to $100,000.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Alex Miller will face Edward James III in the General Election.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 21, 2016
Florida House — District 72: Alex Miller

Miller will face Edward James III in the general election.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Town Manager Dave Bullock recommends Colony buildings be torn down because they are a nuisance and a threat to the health and public safety of the general public during a wind storm.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 11, 2013
Judge questions Klauber payment

A bankruptcy court judge denied a request from Colony Lender LLC to hold a foreclosure sale of its assets. He also questioned a $3 million payment to Klauber.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Disney's touring production of "The Lion King" had an estimated economic impact of $11.4 million, during its 2019 run at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • March 19, 2019
'The Lion King' celebrates the circle of life at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Welcome to the jungle for this spectacle offering a sweet, pop transcendentalism.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium hopes to open its new aquarium facility in Nathan Benderson Park by 2023.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 24, 2020
County, Mote to execute lease agreement for aquarium site

The County Commission voted unanimously to advance a land-use deal with Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium for property in Nathan Benderson Park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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