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Kevin Pillion, of the Life Planning Law Firm in Sarasota, advises clients to have documents in place that make their wishes known for care.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • October 2, 2017
End-of-life planning should start now

Having a plan in place for your end-of-life care should be a priority, not an afterthought

  • Health
Evan Booth poses for a photo on Oct. 2 before a match at Sara Bay Country Club. The senior put together a standout performance at the West Coast H.S. Championship, finishing third individually.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • October 7, 2025
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Evan Booth

The senior for Sarasota boys' golf placed third at the South Florida PGA West Coast H.S. Championship

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
IB students Alexis Boenker, Marielle Pezzella, Cristina Chiodi, Hannah Loss and Jaclyn Falconetti wear Emilia: Run for Relief T-shirts to support the cause. Photo by Yaryna Klimchak.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • January 17, 2013
Riverview IB students help earthquake victims in Italy

Community service may be a requirement for International Baccalaureate students at Riverview High School, but one group of current high school seniors has set its sights on a more global reach.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 31, 2016
Cops Corner: Sarasota 03.31.16

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • December 11, 2019
Clean up messes before beginning a search

Interim Superintendent Mitsi Corcoran needs financial support to clean the school district's lawsuits.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Publix will rebuild its existing Longboat Key store and replace it with a new, 49,533-square-foot store.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 26, 2012
Publix buys properties for $2.35 million

Sales of two parcels adjacent to the existing Avenue of the Flowers store closed last week for a combined $2.35 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By John Ewing |
  • March 15, 2013
Let it Float: A studio visit with Matt Coombs

Let it Float: A studio visit with Matt Coombs

  • Arts + Culture
Lakewood Ranch Prep Band Director Jay Belmont has not only given the new Big Band a place to play, but he has joined the band as well.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 20, 2025
Those who want to join the Lakewood Ranch Big Band need to sound off

Polo Run's Chuck Huffine is seeking interested musicians.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Mary is one of the many Pines residents that Cook and Cydnie visit each week.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 30, 2019
Cocker spaniel and owner make a volunteering team

Janice Cook and Cydnie make their weekly visits to the Pines count with a healthy helping of kindness and attention.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • November 23, 2015
Manatee County released holiday closures and schedules

County buildings and services will be shut down on Thanksgiving Day.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota artist William Kelley's artist profile on Artsy.net.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • September 13, 2013
Sarasota artist makes the Artsy.net cut

Artsy.net revolutionizes the way you can browse and buy art online, and for one Sarasota artist - 'It's a big deal.'

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 4, 2009
Weather

Get your latest weather reports: Find out what's happening with red tide, the tides, moon phases, rainfall, temperature and sunrise/sunset.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
UNIVERSITY PARKWAY AND I-75
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 16, 2014
Light up the night

These East County Christmas lights are worth the ride around town.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By George Rauch |
  • June 3, 2009
Market Watch: Economic realities here to stay

It's great to be optimistic, and we should all hope that it becomes infectious. But, here are the economic realities - and problems - which might slow the growth of these 'green shoots.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Michael Eng |
  • March 10, 2010
Latest HOA fine sparks Jensen remarks

When MacAllisters Grill & Tavern owners Malcolm and Karen Ronney moved to Lakewood Ranch from Scotland, they placed a small plaque on the front of their Greenbrook home. Last week, they paid more than $2,200 in HOA fines because the sign violated regulations.

  • East County
  • News
Adelaide Mahler.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 11, 2017
East County Athlete of the Week: Adelaide Mahler

The ODA volleyball junior talks her best skill and her hobbies outside of the sport.

  • East County
  • Sports
CrossCreek Environmental's Danny Dunn showed residents how to plant.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 25, 2011
Grant funds Mill Creek pond project

Mill Creek VII homeowners are using a Southwest Water Management District Community Education Grant to improve the storm water system in their community.

  • East County
  • News
Alexandre Sicre (25) puts a shot on net against Sarasota Football Club.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 10, 2023
LWR Soccer Club's over 50 team isn't telling the same old story

The players on the new team in Lakewood Ranch have the enthusiasm of younger athletes.

  • East County
  • Sports
Built in 1967, the home at 7 Winslow Drive has three bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 2,075 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • December 5, 2021
Longboat Shores home sells for $1.76 million

Property on Winslow Place is highest seller on Longboat Key for the week of Nov. 22-26.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • October 29, 2022
Circus Arts Conservatory hosts annual Legacy Luncheon

The circus paid tribute to supporters on Oct. 26.

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