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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 29, 2009
Christensen reveals store plans

In the future, Harry Christensten, owner of Harry's Continental Kitchens, said he hopes to expand the convenience store into a market with groceries, sandwiches and salads.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 21, 2012
Letters to the Editor

Southside Village has parking issues, too; Consider the election a win for the people

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
The inspiration for the Paintbox program came from one resident's trip to Calgary, Canada, where painted utility boxes have adorned city streets since 2010. Courtesy photo
  • By David Conway |
  • January 28, 2015
Arts Alliance paints picture of a colorful city

The City Commission could soon consider a project that would allow local artists to paint Sarasota utility boxes.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Courtesy rendering. Town Manager Dave Bullock commissioned Sarasota architect Gary Hoyt to draw up renderings for town center concepts around the Longboat Key Publix.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 8, 2014
Issues to Watch 2014: ULI time for change

An Urban Land Institute panel urged residents to work together to plan for the future.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Tammy Kovar recently opened Yard Rx, a retail store, which offers lawn maintenance alternatives to homeowners, builders and developers.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 6, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Yard Rx

Tammy Kovar opened Yard Rx Nov. 4 on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
The Players’ Anthony Spall rehearses for his role as Ichabod Crane.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 25, 2017
Sleepy Hollow gives Lakewood Ranch a chance to connect with theater

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

  • East County
  • News
County staff is seeking assistance from the Sarasota County Commission to recruit new members for some empty advisory councils. Observer File Photo.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • August 19, 2014
County seeks recruits for advisory councils

Several county advisory boards have so many vacancies that meetings are unable to attain a quorum.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • July 15, 2009
Aerobic Grandma

Yankees' doc talks his passion: tennis

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 20, 2017
FEMA visits upcoming in Manatee County for damage assistance registration

Representatives will be on hand in eight Manatee County locations in the coming days.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 16, 2014
Our view

Antidote to flood insurance

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Barb Green, Diane Brune, Judy Balmer, Marilyn Schugg, Jennie Buehner, Dianne Emmermann and Ginny Kaseman packed more than 500 backpacks.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 29, 2019
Packed with passion in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch woman spearheads drive to provide children with back-to-school supplies.

  • East County
  • Schools
Jack Garner, Susan DeVictor and Neil Oldham have won the Observer's photo contest for April.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 29, 2016
Congratulations to this month's winners of our photo contest!

Jack Garner, Susan DeVictor and Neil Oldham have won the Observer's photo contest for April.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The future site of the State Street garage is slated to house at least 14,000 square feet of retail space. Photo by David Conway
  • By David Conway |
  • August 1, 2013
Food fight commences at State Street garage

Though the State Street garage is still in the planning stage, a struggle has already begun over the usage of retail space and its implications for the future of downtown.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch Chargers U11 player Corbin Hynson, a student at Gene Witt Elementary, prepares to protect the goal during a scrimmage game Jan. 18 at Premier Sports Campus.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 24, 2018
Commissioners field questions about Premier Sports Campus

Premier complex will be under the microscope for a few years before future growth is determined.

  • East County
  • News
The Manatee County Commission has agreed to hold off discontinuing its portion of the funding of the Longboat Key trolley route until the end of the year.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 7, 2010
New trolley meeting scheduled

Three bodies of government will meet next month to figure out a way to preserve Longboat Key's trolley route.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Charles and Patsy Morrison with Suzanne Bell and Jerry MItchell
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • July 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: SKCC VIP Party

The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce held a VIP party at the pavilion at Siesta Key Public Beach, Wednesday, July 4. People enjoyed food by Mattison's and live music by Ted Stevens and the Doo-Shots.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Michael Eng |
  • March 21, 2012
Snake incident shocks Walmart shopper

So, here is one of the most interesting quotes I've ever received in more than 12 years of reporting: "I'm going to get a goat from my friend and march that goat right through the front door of Walmart."

  • East County
  • Opinion
The annual event is free and open to the public.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 31, 2017
Premier Sports Campus set for Labor Day Soccer Tournament

The annual event is free and open to the public.

  • East County
  • Sports
Rex Jensen is president and CEO of Schroeder-Manatee Ranch.
  • By Rex Jensen |
  • January 11, 2012
My View SMR president, CEO ready to talk

The East County Observer may have made a big mistake. I've been asked to pen an occasional guest editorial.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By June LeBell |
  • February 1, 2016
Music review: 'Aida'

Verdi’s 'Aida' Sails into Sarasota Opera House.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
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