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  • By Josh Siegel |
  • September 18, 2013
County approves tentative budget and millage rate

The Manatee commissioners approved a tentative $530 million budget at a public hearing Sept. 10, the next step before adopting the budget this week.

  • East County
  • News
Alaina Ray was instrumental in guiding the town’s Urban Land Institute process, as well as reviewing applications such as the Longboat Key Hilton Beachfront Resort.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 9, 2014
Alaina Ray named PZ&B director

After three months as the town's interim Planning, Zoning and Building Director, the town manager officially gave Alaina Ray the position on Wednesday.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
An undated photo of the Osprey fishing pier, located on Blackburn Bay, just south of Historic Spanish Point. Photo courtesy of Sarasota County Parks and Recreation
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • January 20, 2014
Osprey pier reconstruction moves forward

With permitting complete, a county project to rebuild the historic Osprey fishing pier has moved into the design phase.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Popcorn Bob |
  • August 19, 2013
Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

Enjoy this week's Movie Magic reviews.

  • Arts + Culture
Planned renovations of the pavilion at Siesta Beach will expand the facility while respecting architect Tim Seibert's original design. (Courtesy rendering)
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • August 29, 2013
Options emerge for Siesta Key Beach project

The Siesta Beach Park Improvement Project is expected to come in under budget, giving the County Commission a choice of potential add-ons.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • September 4, 2013
Business Observer

Register for the East Meets West Regional Business Expo; Boston Proper on the Circle will open next week; Reid T. Winder completes financial planner series; Community Harvest begins next month

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Pattigeorge's on Longboat Key serves up red snapper, which can be caught in the Gulf of Mexico.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • October 4, 2013
FRIDAY FIVE: Tastiest fish in Sarasota waters

Among the perks of living in a waterfront town, Sarasotans enjoy a buffet of delicious seafood options swimming in Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Yum!

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • February 20, 2014
Your Neighbor: Eve Plews

Plews is the founder of Meet the Sky, a monthly event during which stargazers observe the night sky with telescopes and binoculars.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Colony Lender Attorney Michael Assaf told a bankruptcy judge the Colony Association has let the Colony buildings deteriorate “and now seeks to benefit from that by trying to get the property for a third of the actual value."
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 27, 2014
Colony ruling delayed until Feb. 10

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge K. Rodney May wants more time to digest arguments before he rules on a Colony settlement.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
File photo A variety of performers, including those from local schools, will be featured during the seventh annual event.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 29, 2014
Arts take spotlight

Lakewood Ranch's Grand Ovation also will showcase local nonprofits.

  • East County
  • News
Beckham Nicholas Buchanan
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 29, 2014
Occasions

The Observer welcomes welcomes three new East County residents and celebrates a 50th anniversary.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 5, 2014
Obituary: William Robert Jones

William Robert Jones, 82, of Irvington, N.Y., and Longboat Key, died Jan. 27.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota athletes now able to make earning from name, image and likeness
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 22, 2024
Sarasota athletes now able to make earning from name, image and likeness

The Sarasota School Board passed a NIL policy in line with state legislation. It also voted to approve its Capital Improvement Plan.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
From left, The Exchange Secretary Anne Johnson, CEO Karen Koblenz and President Chris Gallagher at the organization's arts and cultural awards ceremony in 2023.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 2, 2024
The Exchange awards $404,000 in grants

Formerly Women's Exchange, the organization annually awards funds to regional arts groups with revenues from its consignment operations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Kwaku Addae, 7 and Joy Prophete, 8, prepare for graduation.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 26, 2024
Kids celebrate multicultural learning during Learn My History Foundation graduation

The nonprofit Learn My History, which focuses on teaching kids multiculturalism and creating career-readiness, celebrated its students who completed the program.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Manatee County District 5 Commissioner Robert McCann
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 14, 2025
Manatee County makes U-turn on roundabout

Manatee wants to cancel its contract for a roundabout at University Parkway and Deer Drive.

  • East County
  • News
Hostess and host for the annual gala are Lorraine and Dick Vitale, who have smiles that never wavered throughout an event that boasted over 900 guests.
  • By Janet Combs |
  • May 10, 2024
Dick Vitale Gala sets new fundraising record

The 19th annual gala supporting the V Foundation featured survivors, honorees and celebrities.

  • Black Tie
Charlotte White, 15, Andrew and Katy White and Kay Chandler
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 19, 2024
Riverview High students graduate with big dreams ahead

Students at Riverview High School left graduation on May 18 at Robarts Arena with a long journey ahead but with big shoulders to stand on.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Barbara Koetsier browsing the various tree displays at Christmas in the Garden.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • December 5, 2024
Where to celebrate the holidays on Longboat Key

Longboat Key brings you festive musical performances, homemade goodies and island cheer for the holidays this year.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Goodwill Manasota President and CEO Donn Githens (second from left) with the Community Ambassador Awards Luncheon honorees (from left) Rob Kehs, Dora Talamantes, Tom Waters and Bill Isaac
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 18, 2023
Goodwill Manasota revives its Community Ambassador of the Year Awards

The awards recognizing community service were last given in 2019.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
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