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Madison Smithers.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 20, 2018
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Madison Smithers

The freshman talks her favorite basketball memory and her best advice.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • February 12, 2016
Suspects steal truck from Sarasota Ford

The Sarasota Police Department is looking for two individuals suspected of stealing a $76,000 Ford F-450 from the dealership Jan. 30.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 22, 2009
No decision, more hearings set on Key Club

Speaking on behalf of the Longboat Key Club and Resort, Dr. Hank Fishkind, Florida's most renowned economist, didn't mince words in his characterization of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
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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
Sen. Nancy Detert spoke about her decision to leave the state senate and run for the Sarasota County Commission.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • January 7, 2016
Sarasota Republican Club introduces local candidates

Local and state candidates prepare for the 2016 election year.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Manatee County Sheriff's Office finds 17-year-old male dead and 14-year-old male injured after shooting on Verna Bethany Road and State Road 64 East. File photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 30, 2020
17-year-old male dies after east Bradenton shooting

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office finds a 17-year-old male dead and a 15-year-old male injured after a shooting.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 2, 2014
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
The 15th Annual Van Wezel Foundation Gala featuring Josh Groban was held on Sunday, Feb. 28 at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Photo by Cliff Roles
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 4, 2017
Events to Attend in 2017

Here’s a look at our picks for the most anticipated events of the season.

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Photo courtesy Sarasota Police Department
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • April 26, 2018
Sarasota police investigate report of shots fired near schools; no injuries reported

Officers also received reports of motorcycle backfires in the same area, at the same time.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 30, 2014
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Roger Drouin |
  • February 28, 2013
City drafts new ordinance

The new law would replace a repealed ordinance that prohibited panhandlers from using signs to ask for money.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Julia Garner plays Jane, a young woman whose supposed dream job immediately exposes her to some of the wort that workplace reality has to offer. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • February 23, 2020
'The Assistant' is uncomfortable to watch, and that's its point

Julia Garner conveys a range of emotions conveying a young woman's instant disillusionment in a toxic workplace

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  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • October 23, 2015
Trump picks Gruters to lead campaign in Florida

Sarasota GOP Chairman Joe Gruters will lead Donald Trump's presidential campaign in Florida, and Sarasota will boast the candidate's first office in the state.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The vehicle drove off the road into the grass and continued eastbound for about three-tenths of a mile, before driving into a ditch and rolling onto its roof.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 4, 2012
DUI pursuit ends in crash

The suspect, Michelle Haddad, of Sarasota, was transported to Blake Medical Center as a trauma patient.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 11, 2014
The Good News: Suzanne Gregory

For the Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast, providing access to nature is crucial to its mission.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Owen's Fish Camp opened in Sarasota in 2010. A second OFC is headed to Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 11, 2020
Owen's Fish Camp hooks Lakewood Ranch location

Lakewood Ranch will be home to a second Owen's Fish Camp restaurant.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 12, 2020
East County weather page photo: March 12

Bryan Veith captured this double rainbow over the No. 9 green at Heritage Harbour Golf & Eatery in East County.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 18, 2013
Obituary: Orville 'Ditto' Andrews III

Orville "Ditto" Andrews III, 78, of Longboat Key, died Aug. 19.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • December 21, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Dec. 22

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

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  • By Michael Eng |
  • August 25, 2010
Lakewood family welcomes exchange student

This school year, the Rich family will host German student Louisa Sinz, who started classes at Lakewood Ranch High School this week.

  • East County
  • News
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