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'I like to tell stories,' Sherry Derrenberger says of why she wants to be sit-down comedian. 'I like people to laugh.' Photo by Pam Eubanks
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 3, 2014
Derrenberger doesn't let MS get her down

Sherry Derrenberger wanted to be a standup comic but had to alter her dream slightly.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • April 4, 2018
Longboat leaders support more pickleball courts

The town commission agreed last week with the town staff's recommendation to add more public pickleball courts to the island

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Composer Thomas Pasatieri will see his opera, Signor Deluso, performed July 29-30 at Palm Aire Country Club.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 23, 2016
Palm Aire presents opportunity to experience opera

Thomas Pasatieri's work featured during Opera for Animals program.

  • East County
  • News
The view from a penthouse unit in the Grand Mariner condos. The rendering of the cell tower has been drawn to scale. Courtesy rendering
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 12, 2011
Our View: There must be another way

There should not be a cell tower behind Longboat Island Chapel.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
The cooking school offers interactive cooking demonstrations and hands-on classes.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 7, 2011
Ranch cooking school readies for business

Viking Culinary School officially is opening on Lakewood Ranch Main Street Sept. 14.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • June 21, 2015
Film Review: 'In the Name of My Daughter'

The title itself is a spoiler but the film is worth a watch due to strong performances by enticing French actors and stunning cinematography.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Jay Daniel, Ric Romanoff and Steele Harris, with Connor Flick, her father, Dieter, and Martin Sobel
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • July 3, 2013
Building wings of experience

Sarasota teens with the Young Eagles Program and Experimental Aircraft Association members are building an RV-12 out of an airplane kit.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Mary Kenealy-Barbetta, Julie Delaney and Bridget Spiess at Catholic Charities Ball in 2013.
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • December 31, 2013
Black Tie Events to Attend in 2014

Mark your calendars, because 2014 is jam-packed with events you absolutely must attend! From fashion shows to famous comedians, masquerade balls and nights in the Rainbow Room, there's a good cause to be celebrated all season long. Buy your tickets and tables, plan your outfits and get ready to have a blast while supporting local charities.

  • Arts + Culture
Anne Ross said her favorite hobby was kayaking during her introductory speech at Town Hall during the candidate meet-and-greet held Wednesday, Oct. 7.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 14, 2015
Lakewood Ranch IDA makes its choice

Panther Ridge's Anne Ross fills Town Hall executive director role.

  • East County
  • News
Ryan Katchen and Caleb Ward jump and hug after Katchen scored for Cardinal Mooney against Gulf Coast.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 3, 2018
Cardinal Mooney boys lacrosse team makes history

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • December 31, 2011
TOP STORY, OCT.: Town Hall Turmoil

After emergency Longboat Key Town Commission meetings Monday and Tuesday, assistant to the town manager Susan Phillips was named acting town manager.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Richard Dorfman was 18 votes away from entering the May 13 runoff election.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • April 20, 2011
Former commission candidate launches radio career

Richard Dorfman, one-time City Commission candidate, began hosting a new radio show this week.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 14, 2012
Village district makes date with history

April 2009 was history-in-the-making for the Longbeach Village. So, how did everyone miss it?

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium plans to build its new structure at Nathan Benderson Park near University Town Center.
  • By Adrian Moore |
  • March 1, 2018
Mote location decision a cause for reflection

Sarasota City Commission is reaping what it sowed.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Two candidates in District 2 and District 3 will face off in the May 12 runoff.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 10, 2015
Commission candidates file March finance reports

After advancing to a runoff, the remaining candidates for the District 2 and 3 City Commission seats have been in a tight financial horserace.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • February 3, 2016
Longboat Key: Your Calendar

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 29, 2012
City bets on slot machines

APRIL FOOLS - The Sarasota City Commission will take a gamble on a downtown pilot program.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 24, 2010
MTI Foundation hosts fundraiser

The event will raise money to provide scholarships for students.

  • East County
  • News
Ron Jarvis has spent years observing the alligators that have made their home in the pond behind his house. “It’s neat to see alligators — they’re smarter than people think,” he said. Photo by Jessica Salmond
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • May 6, 2015
Conversation with Ron Jarvis

Ron Jarvis was born in Tampa and spent part of his adult life in California as president of Technicolor Motion Pictures.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 24, 2013
Lakewood Ranch set to tee off for Fall Golf Classic

The Lakewood Ranch High athletic department will hold its 2013 Fall Golf Classic Oct. 5, at the Legacy Golf Club in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
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