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Woman tried to pay for groceries with a fake $100 bill
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • February 3, 2026
Woman tried to pay for groceries with a fake $100 bill

Police were called on a woman who tried to use a counterfeit bill who then made an angry phone call to whomever gave her the bill. This and other Longboat Key police reports in this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • December 22, 2011
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Cazley Financing Solutions names new CFO; Stella's Groove boutique launches new website; Women's Council holds its 2011 awards program; Law firm celebrates 35th anniversary

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • May 26, 2010
Commencement Celebration

Every spring marks the end of one journey and the beginning of another for area graduates. This year, we asked high school graduates from Longboat, Lido, St. Armands and Bird keys to reflect upon their favorite high school moments, as well as share with us their plans for the future. Future plans for some include travel, volunteering and attending law school and medical school. Congratulations to all!

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Michael Eng and Pam Eubanks |
  • January 6, 2010
Despite economy, church growth continues out east

Living Lord Lutheran Church completed recently its 3,500-square-foot expansion, while RiverLife Church is in the middle of the largest change in its 90-plus-year history.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • March 23, 2016
Crossing guards at cross purposes

It seems our new guards could use some coaching. Or perhaps someone at the top needs to determine what their purpose is.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Dennis Smith replaces Tony Vasile, Jr., who vacated his position on the board in August.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • October 23, 2015
New resident fills GreyHawk Landing CDD vacancy

The board appointed Dennis Smith at the September meeting.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 13, 2009
RSVP Manatee opens Ranch office

RSVP Manatee is a program of Senior Friendship Centers and Friendship Volunteer Center that partners individuals who are 55 years old and older with local community service opportunities.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 31, 2011
Ballet school to host auditions

The School of Russian Ballet will host auditions for its production of 'The Nutcracker' Sept. 3, at the school, 8029 Cooper Creek Blvd., University Park.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Home-Tech celebrated its 30th anniversary earlier this month by delivering 30 turkeys to help feed local families.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 28, 2011
Home-Tech celebrates anniversary with turkey donation

Home-Tech on Nov. 21 donated 30 turkeys to Meals on Wheels PLUS.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 30, 2011
County hosts land-use meeting

The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners will consider several land-use proposals at their Sept. 1 meeting.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 1, 2013
Sarasota Jungle Gardens launches live Flamingo Cam

The new technology will allow anyone to view a live feed of the gardens from a computer or mobile device.

  • Sarasota
  • News
David Caplan, Golden Gate Point (sunrise)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 26, 2012
2012 Best of weather photos: Sarasota

Looking back through our archives of weather photos in 2012, picking our best submissions was a near impossible task. You, our readers, submitted some of the most spectacular sunset and sunrise photos we have ever received!

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Robert Francisco
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 26, 2012
2012 Best of weather photos: East County

Looking back through our archives of weather photos in 2012, picking our best submissions was a near impossible task. You, our readers, submitted some of the most spectacular sunset and sunrise photos we have ever received!

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Stacy White, Crescent Beach
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 27, 2012
2012 Best of weather photos: Pelican Press

Looking back through our archives of weather photos in 2012, picking our best submissions was a near impossible task. You, our readers, submitted some of the most spectacular sunset and sunrise photos we have ever received!

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 15, 2013
WEEKEND BEST BET: Animal Extravaganza

This weekend's Animal Extravaganza will feature an Asian elephant.

  • East County
  • News
"Pacarette" is one of the feature films in the 2020 Sarasota Film Festival.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 6, 2020
Sarasota Film Festival rolls on an extra weekend

Event shifted to online format.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 6, 2020
Manatee County Health Department sets up coronavirus call line

Officials say call the department before seeing a healthcare provider.

  • East County
  • News
Terry Bradshaw speaks to guests during the open house about his family's plans for the Stoneybrook Golf Club. Courtesy image.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 12, 2018
Terry Bradshaw promotes Heritage Harbour golf club

Retired quarterback helps share his family's vision for golf course.

  • East County
  • News
Rene Moyer and her dog, Skipper, are the club's first members.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 31, 2014
Canine country club opens for business

Canine Ranch Country Club celebrated its grand opening Oct. 30.

  • East County
  • News
PDQ is currently constructing a new building at 5160 S. Tamiami Trail between Rooms to Go and the Sarasota County School Board offices.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • July 17, 2013
PDQ Chicken to open in Sarasota

After purchasing land at 5160 S. Tamiami Trail, PDQ Chicken is set to open in September.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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