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"Many orchestral musicians might find being on the road impossible," James Ehnes says. "But in the solo world, there's an intoxicating sense of control and a great deal of artistic freedom."
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • January 12, 2011
Virtuoso reality

East County violinist James Ehnes takes a rare break at home before hitting the road with the Toronto Symphony.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 5, 2009
Trainer focuses on kids' health

Heather Hackett spent most of her childhood overweight. Now she is hoping to help kids avoid a similar fate through her business, I Train Your Kids.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 25, 2010
Hogle: Unlocked cars drive up crime stats

Police Chief Al Hogle said it's hard to deter burglars from targeting the area when residents continuously leave cars unlocked.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • August 25, 2010
Scene-stealer

The Players Theatre's John Reynolds explains why he prefers to take the scenic route.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 3, 2010
Creekwood installs veterans memorial

However, some residents say the funds being used to build the memorial would be better spent on other necessities.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 3, 2010
East County teens skate to states

The Manatee County hockey team finished its season with a 20-1-1 record, earning the top seed in the Central Division. The team will now compete for the Central Division Championship March 5-6 in Brandon.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 18, 2009
Pension problems continue

The Town Commission is not sure how to fix a growing unfunded liability problem that has town taxpayers on the hook for more than $21 million in unfunded liabilities.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 23, 2009
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To send in your letters, please e-mail them to [email protected], or mail them to The Sarasota Observer, 1517 State Street, Sarasota, 34236. The Sarasota Observer gives priority to letters of local interest and about local issues. The Observer will print all letters to the editor if it feels they are of general interest, but only if the letter is signed and the author's street address and phone number are given. The editor reserves the right to condense letters.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 24, 2010
Ranch casts line for area anglers

The LWR Community Activities Youth Fishing Tournament will take place Feb. 27.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 11, 2010
U.S. Coast Guard seeks input for bridge

The federal agency is holding a meeting Aug. 17 to inform residents about the Fort Hamer Bridge project and to give them an opportunity to share their concerns.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 9, 2009
Mustangs swim into record books

The Lakewood Ranch High girls swim team won the Class 2A-Region 3 Swimming and Diving Championship Nov. 6. The boys finished in second.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Robin Roy |
  • November 5, 2009
Committee debates greenspace issue

The Greenspace Policy Committee is tasked with deciding whether downtown businesses will be required to mitigate areas of greenspace if, for instance, a plant bed is partially paved for an outdoor dining area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • November 4, 2009
Stadium costs could increase

Although the Orioles' deal called for the city to only contribute the money from a state spring-training grant, Sarasota taxpayers are at risk of having to contribute millions more.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 4, 2010
Subcommittee meeting sparks tourism debate

The Vision Plan Subcommittee debated whether tourism will influence or sustain Longboat Key's growth.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam McTeer |
  • July 8, 2009
Primrose debuts precious program

Children at the Lakewood Ranch school are learning about helping animals and proper pet care through its Precious Pets event this month.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 10, 2010
Business Observer 02.11.10

The year continues to show positive market signs for residential and commercial real estate in Lakewood Ranch. There were 24 new home contracts and reservations in Lakewood Ranch in January 2010, and 68 homes currently are under construction.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 13, 2011
A true lady

Lady survived a brutal beating nearly two years ago and now has a permanent home at Save Our Seabirds. She was always known for her gentle disposition, so last season, she took on a new, motherly role.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • July 1, 2009
Sarasota's school of rock

A high-end clothing salesman with an affinity for classic rock is opening a children's music school in downtown Sarasota.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • February 4, 2010
Sarasota Beach home sells for $1.2 million

Salerno Development LLC sold the home at 456 Canal Road to Marc and Beth Orlando, of Mason, Ohio, for $1,187,500.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 3, 2010
Key resident pushes for oil drilling

At a recent public debate, Longboat Key resident Dr. Weldon Frost said it is logical to look for oil off the shores of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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