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  • By Josh Siegel |
  • July 31, 2013
As standards change, East County schools score well

Data released last week shows East County elementary and middle schools are mostly an exception to falling school grades statewide. Five schools received 'A' grades.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 10, 2013
Gladiators seeking players

The Bradenton Gladiators are looking for prospective players for the 2014 football season.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Robin Roy |
  • September 18, 2009
Community leader John Sandefur dies

A member of many Sarasota organizations, Sandefur believed that it was a person's obligation to serve his community.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 26, 2015
Lakewood Ranch player shows strength on the field

Lakewood Ranch High senior running back earned Iron Mustangs status during the offseason after clearing four 300-pound lifts.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • November 15, 2015
Film review: 'Suffragette'

'Suffragette' tells a story that's as authentic as it is important.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By [email protected] |
  • May 14, 2012
Observe This: Today's Top Stories

Observe This: Today's Top Stories

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 9, 2013
Just the Stats

This week in sports by the numbers.

  • East County
  • Sports
Alisha and Robert Herrington came out with their children Kaela, 3, and Ben, 20 months.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 17, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Irish Celtic Festival

East County residents celebrated St. Patrick's Day and their Irish heritage during the inaugural Irish Celtic Festival March 17 at Central Park in Lakewood Ranch. Guests enjoyed a Lucky Dog Parade, live musical and dance entertainment, children's games and activities, food, green beer and more.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 5, 2012
Obituary: William R. Hoff

Obituary: William R. Hoff

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Some residents expressed optimism about clearing a path for redevelopment at the shopping center, but others questions what a new project might look like.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 23, 2016
Residents ask for input on Ringling Shopping Center plans

The city moved ahead with plans to rezone the Ringling Shopping Center, but residents are worried about the property's uncertain future.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Usually, volunteers set up the explosive canvas 600 feet from the surf, but they only had 400 feet to navigate for this year’s show.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • December 28, 2012
Year in review: July 2012, 'Siesta fireworks amaze despite restrictions'

The beach was smaller for the Fourth of July celebration this year, but worries about illegal fireworks - and some dark clouds - didn't wash out the explosive fireworks show.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 7, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the East County Observer archives.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Braden River Elementary School second-graders Nish Patel, Derick Cooper, Ashlynn Poznanski and Britlee Yant worked in teams to make art with fruits and vegetables.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 30, 2013
Play with your food

The cafeteria at Willis Elementary School buzzed with excitement Jan. 25, as children carrying trays piled high with fruits and veggies rushed to their tables.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By June LeBell |
  • November 4, 2009
Sarasota Opera 'La traviata'

The Sarasota Opera joined forces with the Sarasota Orchestra for a compleat production of Verdi's "La traviata" as it opened its fall season this past Friday.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By June LeBell |
  • November 4, 2009
Sarasota Opera 'La traviata'

The Sarasota Opera joined forces with the Sarasota Orchestra for a compleat production of Verdi's "La traviata" as it opened its fall season this past Friday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • September 19, 2012
Sarasota business owner arrested for title fraud

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office has arrested Specialty Cars of Sarasota business owner Marcella Gilliland for applying for and obtaining titles for vehicles that did not belong to her.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Courtesy photo of Gloria and Louis Flanzer.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • March 10, 2015
Flanzer leaves legacy of helping

Dedicated philanthropist Gloria Flanzer strived to always help in community

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat Key voters in Sarasota County will head to the polls at Town Hall, 501 Bay Isles Road, on March 15.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 11, 2011
Voter registration deadline nears

The town of Longboat Key will hold its general municipal election Tuesday, March 15. Residents must be registered to vote by Feb. 14.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 22, 2012
Mother organizes new dance

Jamie Foss is planning a special father/daughter dance for the community March 9. Reservations are required by March 2.

  • East County
  • News
Dick Morgan, 93, started as the store manager at Goodwill more than 38 years ago. He is now the vice president of Goodwill Manasota.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • June 20, 2013
Goodwill praises seniors for work ethic

Goodwill Manasota is putting 177 seniors back to work due to their work ethic.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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