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  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • April 25, 2015
All Angels kicks up its boots for season

All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church members said “howdy” one last time for the season at the church’s Texas Round-up party on April 24.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • November 23, 2016
Got A Minute?

With the revival of its charitable 60-second play festival, the Players Centre for Performing Arts proves bigger isn’t always better.

  • Arts + Culture
In this shot from the St. Martha Catholic Church security camera footage, City Manager Tom Barwin and two others are seen restraining the man as church goers gather around the scene.
  • By Ryan Butler |
  • July 14, 2017
Sarasota city manager helps apprehend robbery suspect

Tom Barwin subdued a shirtless man as he attempted to rob an elderly woman leaving church.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Allegiant will begin its new flights out of Sarasota in November.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 13, 2019
Allegiant adds eight flights from SRQ

New destinations from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport include Knoxville, Tenn., St. Louis, Mo., Louisville, Ky. and other Midwestern cities.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Teresa Mast has challenged Caroline Zucker for the District 2 seat on the Sarasota County School Board.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • April 4, 2016
Mast challenges incumbent Zucker for School Board seat

Teresa Mast has filed to run the District 2 seat on the Sarasota County School Board, which is currently held by Caroline Zucker.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Susan and Josh Braunstein at the Wounded Warrior Project ride Feb. 13, in St. Petersburg.
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • February 24, 2016
Fit couple share admirably active lifestyle

Longboat Harbour residents Josh and Susan Braunstein fit physical activity into their daily routines.

  • Health
  • By David Conway |
  • June 19, 2014
Rosemary development projects move forward

The city is continuing its efforts to revitalize the Rosemary District by approving two proposals to help develop the area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Quarterback Chad Rex scores one of his five rushing touchdowns on the night.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 4, 2013
Running Wild: Chad Rex

Quarterback Chad Rex accounted for six touchdowns in leading Lakewood Ranch to a 55-34 victory over Southeast Aug. 31.

  • East County
  • Sports
File photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • February 7, 2018
Jeff Mayers takes over Longboat Key Foundation leadership

The general manager of The Resort at Longboat Key Club replaces Bob Simmons as the board chairman.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 25, 2012
Mediation doesn't end litigation for Longboat Key Club

IPOC President Bob White said that the mediation process was completed but didn't rule out the possibility of future discussions.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Carley Honish laces up her hard shoes for practice.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • February 25, 2016
Drake dancers line up for world championships

The Drake School of Irish Dance set a personal record by qualifying 12 students to the World Irish Dancing Championships.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Town Manager Dave Bullock blames strong easterly winds for the arrival of thousands of dead fish floating in Key canals.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 19, 2015
Town seeks red tide fish kill cleanup

A town contractor will clean up dead fish floating on the top of Country Club Shores canals and in other waterways as soon as possible.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • July 7, 2016
Film review: 'The Legend of Tarzan'

Human. Nature.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Braden River defensive end Taylor Upshaw and the rest of the Pirates defensive line will have to fix some problems.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 19, 2016
Braden River defensive line stays confident after Venice letdown

Pirates need win over Palmetto to enhance playoff hopes.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • August 30, 2018
No Swim advisory dropped for Longboat beaches

Water samples return to acceptable levels of background bacteria.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 19, 2018
Cops Corner: Sarasota 7.19.18

Cops Corner, Sarasota

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 6, 2017
Reason to Hope Luncheon raises awareness for Alzheimer's

The annual luncheon was held at Michael’s On East on Monday, Feb. 6.

  • Black Tie
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • April 16, 2014
Project closes roadway

Construction of the Fort Hamer waterline crossing will disrupt traffic through May 7.

  • East County
  • News
As the Manatee County School District embarks on a superintendent search, school board members hope the journey will bring the group closer together. Courtesy photo
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • May 6, 2015
Manatee school board seeks lesson on unity

The resignation of Superintendent Rick Mills is the latest test school board members face as they struggle to work together.

  • East County
  • News
Amy Korenman helps put on some finishing touches to her daughter Layla's witch costume. Layla wanted her witch outfit to be unique and chose fun fabrics to give it a signature style.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 24, 2018
Dressed to thrill for Lakewood Ranch Boo Fest

Families say making their own costumes is half the fun of Halloween.

  • East County
  • News
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