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  • By Robin Roy |
  • July 22, 2010
Investigation finds no county bid rigging

An audit by the Sarasota County Clerk of Courts Office found that a county employee did not improperly influence spring-training contract bids. when he made personal contact with two companies seeking those contracts.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Msgr. Gerry Finegan at his Golden Jubilee mass on May 7.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • June 14, 2017
Monsignor Gerry Finegan reflects on 50 years in priesthood

On June 18, 1967, Gerry Finegan, of Cavan, Ireland, was ordained for the Diocese of St. Augustine.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Mary Gobell and Joan Colwell rang in the new year at last year’s All Angels annual Epiphany concert. (File photo)
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 3, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: All Angels Epiphany concert and party

All Angels by the Sea will ring in the twelfth night of Christmas with a concert and party.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lakewood Ranch senior Haley Martin hopes to play collegiate soccer next year.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 18, 2012
Lakewood Ranch senior Haley Martin instrumental for Lady Mustangs

Lakewood Ranch senior Haley Martin has been instrumental in helping lead the Lady Mustangs to 14-4-2 record and a No. 2 seed in the Class 4A-District 11 tournament.

  • East County
  • Sports
Photo courtesy Chicago Sun-Times
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • November 5, 2018
'The Sisters Brothers' is a new, intimate character study-focused take on westerns

Astounding cinematography and award winning performances make this film a must-see.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The Out-of-Door Academy sophomore Ashtin Frank rushes for a Team Blue first down during the school's first O Bowl under the stadium lights.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 2, 2011
ODA kicks off first O Bowl

ODA hosted its first girls-only football game Feb. 26 under the stadium lights.

  • East County
  • Sports
Allan Luke
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • March 7, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Allan Luke

Allan Luke started playing hockey when he was old enough to walk across the street to the ice rink. He played until age 50. He's also played softball and coached both AAA division hockey and high school girls fast-pitch softball.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Photo by Cliff Roles.
  • By June LeBell |
  • December 6, 2015
Music review: Gloria Musicae

Gloria Musicae Singers Present a Glorious Christmas

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 28, 2017
Best of Cops Corners 2017

The East County Observer highlights the best and strangest Cops Corners of 2017.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Chamber President Gail Loefgren went on this trip last year. Courtesy photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • July 10, 2017
Deadline nearing for Longboat Chamber China Trip

The deadline to register for the nine-day trip is July 17.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 9, 2015
Week's best bets: Monday, Feb. 9

Week's best bets: Monday, Feb. 9

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  • Things To Do
Marissa Kay of Delray Beach tees off during the third round of the championship.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 17, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: AJGA Rolex Girls Junior Championship

Seventy-two of the world's elite junior golfers teed off during the American Junior Golf Association Rolex Girls Junior Championship June 11-15 at The Concession Golf Club. Rolex Junior Player of the Year Ariya Jutanugarn of Bangkok, Thailand shot a record-breaking 18-under par 270 to defend her title, finishing 18 shots ahead of her sister Moriya who finished second. Jordan Lippetz and Nelly Korda, who both train at IMG Academy, finished tied for 34th (315) and tied for 55th (323), respectively.

  • East County
  • Sports
Ashley Groff and Matt Smith say despite his rare disease, their son, Jaymesun, is as strong and active as any other toddler.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • June 23, 2011
Son Shine

With their 14-month-old son newly diagnosed with a rare terminal disease, a Sarasota couple pursues a cure that has so far eluded doctors and scientists.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Neighborhood groups say commissioners ignored  their concerns in OKing South Bridge-area rules.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • April 18, 2018
Siesta setback vote dismays vocal residents

Residents are upset the commission didn't listen to what they had to say, but should get a break before any hotel plans are drawn up.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
"Cabaret" runs through Jan. 25, at Players Theatre.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 11, 2015
THEATER REVIEW: 'Cabaret'

'Cabaret' runs through Jan. 25, at Players Theatre. Read Marty Fugate's review.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • May 6, 2013
Culinary celebrations for Mothers’ Day

Culinary celebrations for Mothers’ Day

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  • Eat + Drink
  • By Cliff Roles |
  • March 4, 2017
Mad for March gets sports fans excited for the NCAA basketball tournament

The March 3 event at Mercedes-Benz of Sarasota featured several celebrities such as Dick Vitale and Ryan-Hunter Reay.

  • Black Tie
Sam Molyneaux competed in the Sarasota SUP Race Series June 21. File photo
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • September 18, 2014
County staff takes stand against swim zone shrinking SUP

In its report, staff does not support allowing SUP rentals at Siesta Key public beach.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 14, 2013
Sunshine group scrutinizes emails of BID directors

Citizens for Sunshine seeks to scan the volunteers' personal computers for emails on BID issues.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • April 18, 2017
Renee Hamad gets roasted for Sertoma

The annual Sertoma Sarasota Celebrity Roast took place on April 18 at Michael’s On East.

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