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  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • October 13, 2016
Benderson pitches Osprey redevelopment project

Benderson Development Company is working to finish redeveloping the Shoppes at Casey Key.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 29, 2009
Water Workout

Nolan Middle School eighth-grader Shannon Kehoe was one of 12 students who participated in the Sarasota Scullers summer teen rowing camp July 20-31 at Nathan Benderson Park.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Vanessa Moody |
  • May 14, 2010
CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: ODA seniors

Now at the close of their high school careers, some Out-of-Door Academy seniors share what they have learned at ODA and pass on their wisdom to incoming freshman.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • September 20, 2016
Giving Challenge features a red carpet

The Humane Society and Sea of Strength hosted the Giving Challenge at Kona Grill.

  • East County
  • News
Join Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan as they report the daily headlines.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • October 17, 2012
Oct. 17: Daily Headlines Video

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

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 8, 2012
Letter to the Editor

An increase in parking fines would be a deterrent

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Chris Eaton catches a Frisbee. Photos by Jason Clary
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 17, 2015
A league of their own

Abby Toole-Plummer organizes Ultimate Frisbee games that appeal to both seasoned athletes and newcomers.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Pam McTeer |
  • May 20, 2009
Economy claims Atlanta Bread Co.

Mike and Cindy Snowball closed the franchise on University Parkway after losing their lease.

  • East County
  • News
Courtesy
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 27, 2013
Students send handprints to capitol

Students in McNeal Elementary School's pre-kindergarten program joined thousands of children across the country in participating in a project called Hanging of the Hands.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 2, 2013
Children's charities drive Gourmet Lawn Party

This year's luncheon will feature 30 restaurants and a top raffle prize of a 2013 Ford Fusion or $10,000 cash.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota County Coastal Resources Manager Laird Wreford said erosion losses ranged from anywhere between 20 and 60 feet along the Gulf Coast, but the award-winning sands of Siesta Key Public Beach remained.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 4, 2012
Debby ravages shores of south Siesta

The tropical storm eroded nearly 30 feet of Turtle Beach, leaving 50% of sediment placed in 2008 during a $10 million nourishment project. Siesta Key public beach was spared.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Sertoma Club of Greater Sarasota Secretary and incoming President Jake Hartvigsen (left) alongside Past President and current board Chairman Michael Schuchat, a Lakewood Ranch resident.
  • By Eric Snider |
  • February 22, 2019
Call of the Future

The Sertoma Club of Greater Sarasota adapted to attract new members while keeping its community service intact.

  • LWR Life
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 17, 2010
Dancing families need your votes

Two families from Primrose School at Lakewood Ranch have entered videos in the Primrose School and Children's Miracle Network Family Dance Off competition, and they need your votes.

  • East County
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Lois Trotochau is one of several Lido Shores residents to report issues with a neighboring vacation rental property.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 15, 2018
Residents oppose proposed rental rules

As the city prepares to consider allowing some short-term rentals in neighborhoods, Lido Key residents are leading a campaign against the changes.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 11, 2012
News Briefs

Meeting advertising doesn't add up; Weekly Publix progress report; Mote releases turtle, continues to treat dolphin

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Harvard University president Lawrence Bacow (second from left) and his wife, Adele Bacow (far left), receive a tour of Booker High School on Wednesday afternoon.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • March 2, 2020
Harvard president visits Booker High, speaks to students

Harvard University president Lawrence Bacow was impressed with Booker High School's students and resources.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 6, 2010
Donna Hayes takes county's top seat

District 5 Commissioner Donna Hayes will lead the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners in 2010.

  • East County
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 25, 2012
News Briefs

Imagine School principal resigns; Home burglarized in Lakewood Ranch; Study shows physician shortage in East County

  • East County
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  • By Robin Roy |
  • November 9, 2009
Sheriff announces plan for better customer service

Sarasota County Sheriff Tom Knight releases his five-year strategic plan. He says it's the first time in the agency's 88-year history that such a plan has been formulated.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota Christian coach Scott Lantz, left, and daughter McKenzie Lantz, second from left, on the sidelines during an SCS girls basketball game against Palmetto Jan. 22.
  • By Jason Clary |
  • January 28, 2015
Coming together

Sarasota Christian girls step up after the loss of a key player to a torn ACL.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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