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  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 19, 2009
Just for Kicks

The Braden River Soccer Club began its 12th year with the start of its competitive senior soccer season Aug. 15.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 10, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Luke Miller

Fifteen-year-old Luke Miller shot a 69 to earn medalist honors and help Lakewood Ranch win the 19th annual Donald Ross Memorial Invitational Oct. 1, at Sara Bay Country Club.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 10, 2012
Commissioners on board with trolley

The County Commission pledged support for the Key's route, but both county and Longboat commissioners want a breakdown of ridership figures that reflect seasonal fluctuations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Melissa Wandall still grieves the loss of her husband, Mark, who died Oct. 24, 2003, in a traffic accident caused by a red-light runner.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 30, 2013
Wandall Foundation celebrates 10 years

The organization currently is working to bring a bereavement camp for children to the area.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 26, 2011
Hawaiian islands erupt onto Conde Nast rankings

The Conde Nast Traveler 2011 Readers' Choice Survey is on newsstands now.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sfincione
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • August 1, 2013
Supernova Café Shines Brightly for Casual Italian Dining

Supernova Café Shines Brightly for Casual Italian Dining

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • August 1, 2013
Supernova Café Shines Brightly for Casual Italian Dining

Supernova Café Shines Brightly for Casual Italian Dining

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Barbara Bostic was declared the winner of the "swimsuit" portion of the "Ms. Longboat Key: 50 and Fabulous" Contest five years ago.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 10, 2010
Town plans low-key 55th anniversary celebration

The town of Longboat Key will turn 55 years old on Nov. 14.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 7, 2013
Athlete of the Week: Bridget Walsh

Cardinal Mooney High sophomore lacrosse midfielder Bridget Walsh scored three goals in two games this week to lead the Lady Cougars to a 14-9 victory over Berkeley Prep Feb. 26, and a 13-7 victory over Tampa Catholic Feb. 28.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Andrew Jackson
  • By Robin Roy |
  • April 1, 2011
The other Jackson Lab eyes Sarasota

APRIL FOOLS - With the world-renowned Jackson Lab possibly looking elsewhere to build its new genetics-research facility, Sarasota County has found another Jackson Lab to take its place, but its impact will be much different.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Loren Mayo |
  • May 6, 2010
Lifelong learner

Rose Burke will be the most senior member of the USF Sarasota-Manatee graduating class.

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  • By Douglas R. DePew |
  • April 30, 2009
Letter to the Editor: Common sense can solve budget crisis

Manatee County Public Schools faces a projected $21 million budget cut. This follows almost $30 million already cut in the past year.Â

  • East County
  • Opinion
Amanda Sebastiano. University Park resident Sandy Chase co-authored a story about the difficulties of keeping New Year's resolutions — "The Resolutionary War."
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • January 8, 2014
Resolution revolution

Two women join forces for their recently released book to fight the war on New Year's resolutions.

  • East County
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  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • November 30, 2012
Just one look in the fridge …

Just one look in the fridge …

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  • By Maria Amodio |
  • May 17, 2010
Man on the Street: Oil Spill

The Observer asked Longboat Key business owners whether they think tourism will be affected by the recent oil spill.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
SONY DSC
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • April 18, 2014
Hop to it: Easter Dining Options

Hop to it: Easter Dining Options

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The GreyHawk Landing Community Development District is expected to assume ownership of GreyHawk Landing West’s new pool and amenity center this week. However, the facility will not be open to residents until late July or early August.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 10, 2013
GreyHawk CDD readies for turnover

The GreyHawk Landing CDD hopes to open a new pool and amenity center by early August.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • October 4, 2012
Baltimore Orioles wager a home run

The marketing contract with the major league baseball team includes free promotion in the postseason.

  • Sarasota
  • News
This rendering depicts the extension of Cattlemen Road and Sarasota County's future world-class rowing venue at Nathan Benderson Park. (Courtesy rendering)
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • April 17, 2014
Upcoming events spur Sheriff's Office changes

A series of high-profile international sporting events on tap for Sarasota County pose unique law enforcement challenges for the Sheriff's Office.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 30, 2009
Braden River claims district championship

The Lady Pirates followed up their undefeated district season with their second consecutive district title after defeating Sebring 6-1 April 24.

  • East County
  • Sports
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