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Audrey and Samantha Haney examine a plant.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • February 25, 2016
Braden River Elementary students get creative with science

Students tried different experiments during the school's science night.

  • East County
  • Schools
Esther Halt. Photo by Pam Eubanks.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 18, 2019
Riding to remember in Lakewood Ranch

Riding to remember in Lakewood Ranch

  • East County
  • News
Florida State Senator Nancy Detert, center, moderated Thursday's panel discussion on Florida's economy.  With her are Norma Roembke, left, and Linda Long.
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • September 20, 2013
Tiger Bay looks to Florida's economic future

The Sarasota Tiger Bay Club met Thursday for a panel discussion on the direction of Florida's economic development - and the ideas were big.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The Lido Pool is open daily except for Mondays. Passes to use the pool can be purchased daily, seasonally or annually.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • July 13, 2011
Residents fight for Lido Pool

Hoping to keep the popular public pool open year-round, the Lido Key Residents Association is enlisting the help of city commissioners and fellow residents.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Braden River High School student Taylor Nelson, 16, returns books to their shelves for community service hours.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 16, 2016
Braden River Library turns another page

The branch celebrates its 25th anniversary March 19 and hopes an expansion will be part of its future.

  • East County
  • News
Don't miss this weekend's best bets!
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • February 8, 2013
Feb. 8: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Traffic Light caused Longboat delays Thursday; Heritage Harbour CDD meeting results in two resignations; 'Mowingate' fix focus of budget workshop

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Courtesy photo.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 29, 2011
Cardinal Mooney students donate

Members of Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School's Key Club recently organized a school-wide drive to collect items to donate to the Bethesda House of Sarasota, a non-profit organization that assists families affected by HIV.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
A home on Sanderling Road sold for $5.5 million last month, becoming the top sale in Sarasota County in 2015. File photo
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • April 23, 2015
Siesta real estate numbers: Back to reality

Median and average sales prices of Siesta Key properties fell in the first quarter, signaling a decreasingly volatile real estate market on the barrier island.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Amanda Morales
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 30, 2014
Santa: Sarasota's newest snowbird?

Now that all the presents have been delivered and the cookies eaten, the jolly man in red could surely use a break.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The first major project when Marie Selby Botanical Gardens President and CEO Jennifer Rominiecki arrived was to repair the mangrove walkway. The new Steinwachs Family Foundation Mangrove Walkway opened in November.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • January 7, 2016
People to Watch: Jennifer Rominiecki

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens President and CEO Jennifer Rominiecki sees the opportunity to grow both the gardens and its revenue sources.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Terri Smith prepares to dig into her lobster dinner.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • June 27, 2015
Residents dip into Shrimp and Lobster Fest

Residents rolled up their sleeves to dig into the Shrimp and Lobster Fest Saturday, June 27 at the Sarasota Farmers Market.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Rev. Elizabeth Deibert finally received the keys to her church’s new home, pictured behind her, Nov. 7. The property has lush green space and a pond.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • November 13, 2013
Church finds home

After eight years of uncertainty, Peace Presbyterian Church will occupy a permanent space, thanks to approval from the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners.

  • East County
  • News
Pirates and LECOM announce ballpark naming-rights agreement
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 10, 2017
Pirates and LECOM announce ballpark naming-rights agreement

The agreement is for 15 years.

  • East County
  • Sports
Blues Pig performed at last year’s fish fry. File photo.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • October 5, 2011
Historical Society fish fry gets new name

This year, the Longboat Key Historical Society and Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub will host the society's annual fish fry under a new name: "Grouper vs. Mullet Fry Off."

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Benderson Development proposes a multiuse project including retail, residential and commercial at Tamiami Trail and Stickney Point Road.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • October 17, 2019
Both sides in Siesta Promenade state their cases

Developer rejects residents' contention that project was improperly approved.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Pocorobbas in 1961. Courtesy photo.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy and Nick Friedman |
  • February 9, 2012
Observer readers share their stories of true love

Turn on the Tony Bennett and pop open the rose-colored champagne. For this Valentine's Day, we asked readers to send in their love stories and letters. Apparently, Cupid has been busy over the years shooting his arrows in unexpected places -- including the Internet. So, fall in love with these stories, which could give Nicholas Sparks some inspiration.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 4, 2011
Cops Corner

Dr. Strangelove sighting 9:53 a.m. - 1600 block of Main Street. Road Hazard. A man in an electric wheelchair was driving down the middle of Main Street.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 30, 2015
QUIZ: What made news in 2015?

How well did you follow the news on Longboat Key in 2015? Take our quiz to find out.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A proposed noise ordinance would cut off outdoor amplified noise for all businesses at 11 p.m. on weekdays, a later hour that currently only applies to Mattison's City Grille.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 5, 2014
Commission seeks new solutions to noise issues

While considering a revised noise ordinance, city commissioners discussed alternative measures for combating issues residents have with boisterous downtown businesses.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Officials are urging people to stay safe while having fun this Fourth of July.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • June 30, 2017
Officials urge safety this Fourth of July

With preventable deaths in the U.S. at an all-time high, local and state officials are reminding everyone to be safe.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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