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  • By Josh Siegel |
  • June 5, 2013
Sales-tax vote brings ramifications

In part III of our preview series on a June 18 referendum on a half-percent sales tax increase, the East County Observer details how Manatee County would respond if the vote failed to pass.

  • East County
  • News
Patrick Sanders has dressed as Johnny Appleseed in the past as well. He has been telling the Polar Express story dressed as a conductor for five years.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • December 19, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY : The Polar Express visits Phillippi Shores Kindergarteners

Phillippi Shores kindergartners listened to Patrick Sanders retell the Polar Express story Wednesday, Dec. 19 at the media center. Sanders dressed as the conductor and put his own twist on the story for the children. He first dressed as the conductor five years ago when his older grandson was in kindergarten. Today he continues to tell the story but now to his younger grandson's class. 'This is the best part of my Christmas,' Sanders said. 'Just watching the kids faces is the best part.' The seven kindergarten classes at Phillippi Shores listened with bright wide eyes to the conductor's tale of his first trip to the North Pole. Sanders is scheduled to retell the story at 5 other schools, Barnes & Noble and a nursing home.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Clayton Rosaire, an animal trainer at Big Cat Habitat, hopes the marmosets' new living quarters will help them lead happier lives.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • August 5, 2015
Monkey business in East County

Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary is unknowingly hosting a primates-only reality show since it recently opened Marmoset Mansion — a house for four monkeys.

  • East County
  • News
With more than 200 films on this year's bill, picking what to see at the 2012 Sarasota Film Festival can be overwhelming.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • April 14, 2012
Film Fest Blog: Survival 101

Here are tips on how to tackle the 2012 Sarasota Film Festival.

  • Arts + Culture
Sorry, your swan boat commute across Sarasota Bay will have to wait. Ringling Bridge, in the background of this composite image, awaits.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 31, 2017
Observer stories too wacky to be true ... weren't

Turns out, Obama isn't moving to Longboat Key

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lake Lincoln Vice President John Agnelli said the company has been part of Manatee County for 30 years and deserves due process.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 8, 2016
Tara litigation continues toward trial

Lake Lincoln hopes to mediate with Manatee County instead.

  • East County
  • News
Lauren Proctor, Natalia Vuckovic, Ashley Bongart, Selena Gomez and Jessie Kroupa won Lakewood Ranch High’s first state tennis title April 13 and April 14.  Courtesy photo
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 22, 2015
State champs

The Lakewood Ranch High girls tennis team captured its first Class 3A state championship April 13 and April 14, in Altamonte Springs.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 1, 2014
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Students during the demonstration for the "Nutritious, delicious & easy" class offered through ACE.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • September 22, 2016
Adults pursue lifelong learning during showcase

artnerships between Ringling College Lifelong Learning Academy, Pierian Spring Academy and Adult & Community Enrichment or ACE helps students find classes.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Kent Chetlain |
  • August 5, 2009
$2.1 million sale at St. Armands Towers

For the second straight week, Longboat and its surrounding keys had 15 real-estate sales for a total of 30 from July 13 through July 24.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Jonathan Herman, baritone, is ready to take the next step toward a musical career.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • May 12, 2015
Jonathan Herman takes the stage

The resourceful Sarasota vocalist will find any chance to express himself

  • Arts + Culture
"Unconditional Surrender," stone crabs, Nic Wallenda, Bello Nock and more
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • November 7, 2012
Ringling student adds flavor to walls of Circle yogurt shop

Cameron Kramer, of Chapel Hill, N.C., had finished her applications to other art schools, when her mother suggested that she look at Ringling College of Art and Design.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 7, 2009
Contractors attend pre-bid meeting

The town hopes to begin construction on two groins behind The Islander Club no later than Nov. 1.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Enjoy our edible gift guide.
  • By Randi Donahue |
  • December 16, 2014
Edible elation

Christmas is quickly approaching, but there is still time to shoot straight to the top of your friends' and family's nice list. Here are Diversions' picks for local edible gifts that can be as pleasing to the taste buds as the spirit.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Zara Barrie |
  • February 5, 2014
Factory Girl: Entitled Queens

Factory Girl: Entitled Queens

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Read this week's roadwork updates.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • October 24, 2011
Roadwork updates for week of Oct. 23

Projects continue on Interstate 75, U.S. 301, U.S. 41, state Route 789, state Route 758, state Route 72 and state Route 681. New Projects start on U.S. 41 and state Route 78

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Anna Dearing |
  • December 19, 2016
Ballet review: Balanchine's 'Jewels'

Sarasota Ballet reprised all three of Balanchine’s masterpieces, with each reaching breathtaking levels.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Duval's New World Café
  • By David Conway |
  • April 17, 2014
City could quiet Duval's desire for nightclub status

Duval's New World Cafe seeks a liquor license, but the city worries about a potential transformation.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 11, 2012
Out-of-Door football coach takes on new role

Brett Timmons was named the Thunder's new athletic director July 1. Timmons will still remain on the sidelines as the school's head coach.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 26, 2012
Bashaw students learn through dance

Zumba instructor Sandra Aguirre taught Bashaw Elementary School students Latin dance from Mexico Dec. 12, at the school.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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