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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 1, 2014
Mote scientists study red tide bloom

The recent red tide bloom has been reported offshore of Hernando County in the area of a large fish kill.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 10, 2014
Lakewood Ranch named top-selling community

Two companies have ranked Lakewood Ranch as the No. 9 master-planned community in the nation.

  • East County
  • News
Two self-service sandbag stations have opened in Sarasota County.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 22, 2024
Sarasota County opens third sandbag station as more rain is expected

There is a 10-bag limit per vehicle, officials said.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Twelve-year-old Nikki Yanez earned an all-expense paid trip to Paris to compete in the Longines' 16-player international event May 26 through May 29.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 28, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

A rising Sarasota tennis player has landed a trip to Paris for an international tournament.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 22, 2010
Harbour Links swan family reunited

The reunion took place after seven cygnets went to their first veterinarian visit.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
This Moroccan uromastyx was one of four different animals that visited Love Comes First Preschool this morning.
  • By Michael Eng |
  • March 24, 2011
GALLERY: Reptiles visit Love Comes First Preschool

Reptiles from Sarasota Jungle Gardens slithered into the East County's Love Comes First Preschool March 24 -- much to the delight of the students. Special guests included a Burmese python, a Moroccan uromastyx, a green iguana and an American alligator.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Following a ceremonial start to demolition, site clearing is expected to begin at the Sarasota Kennel Club in the coming weeks.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 13, 2024
Demolition set to begin at Sarasota Kennel Club

After 95 years, the 26-acre site on University Parkway will be cleared for unspecified future development.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Greenbrook's David, Hannah and Jaime Marco all had a part in creating Jaime Marco's new book “Unfunkt: Quiet the Noise. Ignite the Light.”
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • December 12, 2025
Readers can shed the funk with Lakewood Ranch author's 'Unfunkt'

Greenbrook's Jaime Marco wrote the book to let others know they can make a positive impact on their lives.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Learning from previous disasters like Hurricanes Helene and Milton will likely be a topic at Longboat Key's Disaster Preparedness Seminar on March 26.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • March 11, 2025
Longboat Key disaster prep seminar set for March 26

Guests will hear from a panel of guest speakers about emergency preparedness during one of the island's most well-attended events.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 30, 2012
Main Street clothing store fiasco arises

The former co-owners of The Stitches Boutique on Main Street remain entangled in a civil lawsuit amid reports of theft.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 27, 2013
Crafty Genes: Refurbished Dresser

Learn how to refurbish a dresser in this week's Crafty Genes.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • April 15, 2019
Business meets bags for entrepreneur and fashionista Shari Phillips

Shari Phillips' Kate Spade-filled purse collection is far from boring.

  • Black Tie
Artist Jonell Yoekel showcases her nature photography at the Women's Guild Valentine's Day-themed art show on Feb. 10 at St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • February 16, 2026
Valentine's Day-themed art show gives back to community

Women's Guild members hosted a packed house for their second-annual art show to support student scholarships.

  • Longboat Key
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Infielder Devin Guzman made several key plays throughout the tournament.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 8, 2011
Braden River wins 9/10 crown

Braden River Little League's 9-and 10-year-old All-Star team defeated Lakewood Ranch Little League 9-8 to capture the District 26 tournament July 6 at G.T. Bray.

  • East County
  • Sports
Detectives say Christopher York, 26, is the man who robbed a Sarasota Pak Mail on Feb. 16 and a Synovus Bank on Feb. 29.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 9, 2012
Police arrest Pak Mail burglar

A Sarasota man has been arrested for the burglaries of a Sarasota Pak Mail and a Synovus Bank last month.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 29, 2012
JUST THE STATS

2 - The place the Riverview High girls track team captured at the Tarpon Invitational March 23. The Lady Rams scored 59 points in the meet.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • April 15, 2019
Margaret Barbieri shares thoughts at Showcase Luncheon

The Friends of the Sarasota Ballet luncheon was held April 15 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
Alie DeNofa, owner Rebekah Mandeville, Chelsea Poelsma and Marcia Goldstein dressed in their best Oktoberfest attire for the occasion.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • September 26, 2015
Mandeville toasts to Oktoberfest

Mandeville Beer Garden hosts costume party for Oktoberfest Sept. 26.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • January 22, 2014
Fatal accident on Midnight Pass Road

Preliminary reports indicate that one person was killed Wednesday in a vehicle collision with a pedestrian at the southern end of Midnight Pass Road.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 10, 2010
Alliance chairman ready for new role

Longtime Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance member Marc Simms has big plans for the East County organization.

  • East County
  • News
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