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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 4, 2010
Man of vision

The former chief of the company that developed much of Longboat Key says he has hope for the island to fulfill Arvida's vision.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jack Richardson will face incumbent Betsy Benac in the General Election.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 20, 2016
County Commission — District 7: Jack Richardson

Richardson will face incumbent Betsy Benac in the general election.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • October 20, 2016
Three Things

Family values: A place to stretch a child’s imagination and build family memories.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Arts and Cultural Alliance Executive Director Jim Shirley and Communications Manager Rachel Denton work to repair one of the pianos that will be on display as part of the Sarasota Keys project.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 18, 2016
Sarasota Keys pianos return to downtown sidewalks

The Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County announced the public art project, which places pianos outside of local businesses, will kick off its third year on Thursday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 14, 2010
Lakewood squad preps for spirited fundraiser

The Lakewood Ranch High School cheerleading squad will hold its annual silent auction from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., April 17, in the school's cafeteria.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 5, 2012
Letters to the Editor

Mogensen's response does not stand scrutiny; Laurel Park residents want to voice opinions

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Join Emily Walsh as she reads today's headline news.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • March 14, 2012
March 14: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota, and Siesta Key.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Abigail Cobb shows off her freshly-painted face during the October Music on Main event.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • January 3, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: Music on Main

Patrons strolling around from 6 to 9 p.m. Jan. 3, on Lakewood Ranch Main Street, will be met with more than the bustle of downtown, as jazz, blues and other music genres fill the air during Music on Main.

  • East County
  • News
The new bayfront planning organization will team with professional planners to develop a master plan for city-owned bayfront land.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 19, 2016
Bayfront planning organization members revealed

Sarasota Bayfront 20:20 has announced the makeup of a nine-member board of directors that will be responsible for developing a master plan for 42 acres of city-owned land.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 18, 2013
Rivalry week: Braden River v. Lakewood Ranch volleyball

The Braden River High volleyball team defeated rival Lakewood Ranch 3-2 Sept. 10 in the first district meeting between the two schools.

  • East County
  • Sports
Mayor Suzanne Atwell took the unusual step of opening a City Commission meeting with a statement criticizing downtown resident and radio host Phil Grande.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • July 21, 2011
Homeless battle continues

After a downtown resident bused in homeless people to dine in front of the vice mayor's house, Mayor Suzanne Atwell attacked that stunt.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 9, 2014
Obituary: John Arnold Cole

John Arnold Cole died June 23.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The new Asian Art Center designed by Machado Silvetti is a fresh architectural break from the rest of the museum and is scheduled to open around February 2016
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • June 17, 2015
Selby Foundation gives $250,000 toward Ringling Museum's future Asian Art Center

The formal entrance to the Dr. Helga Wall-Apelt Gallery will be named in the foundation's honor.

  • Arts + Culture
A mock 2015-2016 school year calendar shows Manatee County students begin classes Monday, Aug. 24 and end classes on Friday, June 10, 2016.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • January 21, 2015
Manatee County School District seeks input on 2015-2016 school year calendar

Input from a committee comprised of district administrators, union representatives, instructional and support staff, parents, and clergy created a mock 2015-2016 school year calendar. The district seeks public input. Email [email protected] or call Paul Hockenbury at 751-6550, ext. 2315.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • September 10, 2009
Vendors to control farmers market

The Downtown Partnership will no longer run the Downtown Farmers Market. The partnership's chairman said the change was an insult to those who've worked to make the market a success.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • November 7, 2013
SKVA debates outdoor displays and dredging

New twists on familiar debates drove the discussion during Siesta Key Village Association's Tuesday meeting.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • August 17, 2014
FILM REVIEW: 'Land Ho'

'Land Ho!' is a rare gem among the less-than-dazzling list of summer films.

  • Arts + Culture
Carol Turner-Dembrowski and her husband, Jim, turned their household of two into a full house of six after adopting their Golden Girls — Penny, Candy, Buttons and Bambi. Photo by Amanda Sebastiano
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • April 15, 2015
Golden Girls shine in new home

Four senior dogs at Nate’s Honor Animal Rescue find the most precious gift of all: a forever home.

  • East County
  • News
Good Graeff is a Sarasota band started by twins Brooke and Brittany Graeff.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 27, 2013
Good Graeff launches Kickstarter campaign

Local band, Good Graeff launches Kickstarter campaign to fund summer tour.

  • Arts + Culture
The Ellis home on Jewfish Key is featured on this year's tour. Katie Hendrick.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 27, 2013
Get a sneak peek at H&G Tour

It's that time of year when six homeowners open their doors to the community for the Longboat Key Garden Club's Home & Garden Tour.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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