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Spc. 4 Patrick Lay a graduate of Braden River High School, was killed Aug. 11 while serving his country in Afghanistan.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 19, 2011
Soldier's funeral rescheduled

The funeral of Spc. 4 Patrick Lay II has been moved to Sunday.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 27, 2014
Authorities search for hit-and-run vehicle

The Florida Highway Patrol seeks information on a truck that fled the scene of a hit-and-run accident Wednesday night.

  • East County
  • News
This rendering of the proposed building — ruled a major revision of the original site plan — shows the building, including the preserved facade of the DeMarcay Hotel building.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 29, 2015
DeMarcay highrise plans hit setback

A developer's plans to construct an 18-story mixed-use building at the site of the DeMarcay Hotel have been jeopardized following a city ruling this week.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport had a surplus of $1 million in the past fiscal year. File photo.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 3, 2012
Airport lands in the black

Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is flying high with a promise to be debt free in 2014. However, it is also waving goodbye to a popular carrier.

  • Sarasota
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Jim Holbrook uses his app BeachWalk1.0. during a walk on a Longboat Key beach.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • June 13, 2012
Neighbors: Jim Holbrook

Jim Holbrook developed a smart-phone app that records when, where and what he sees on daily walks near his home on the Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
superbowl
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • January 30, 2015
TWIS Tour Guide: Where to watch the Super Bowl

TWIS Tour Guide: Where to watch the Super Bowl

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Join Emily Walsh for the Observer Daily Headlines. Image shown will not play video.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • April 19, 2012
April 19: Daily Headlines Video

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

  • Longboat Key
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Zack Larson is the only athlete to win The Observer's Athlete of the Week honor twice.
  • By Michael Eng |
  • September 29, 2010
Lakewood's Zack Larson shines at QB

Following injuries to Reggie Lindsey and Jeren Kowalewski, the safety took over as Lakewood Ranch's signal-caller.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 23, 2009
Two diverse Indian cuisines liven the palate

Aficionados of Indian food suddenly have increased restaurant options. Virtually next door to long-established Chutney's on Hillview Street is Gateway to India. And settling into the space of the erstwhile Canvas Cafe is Daawat.

  • Arts + Culture
Photos by Rachel S. O'Hara
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 18, 2012
Our Town: A hair 'do'

Deb Applebee finally went for the big cut Sunday, Oct. 14, during the Team Believe Martinis and Makeovers fundraiser on Siesta Key.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • July 27, 2015
Manatee County Commissioners to receive transit progress report

The report lists highlights of past fiscal years and future needs.

  • East County
  • News
Capt. Lorenzo Waiters, like all sheriff's office captains, drives an unmarked vehicle, which still has sirens. Photo by Josh Siegel.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • February 5, 2014
Manatee Sheriff's Office captain takes us for a ride

Capt. Lorenzo Waiters, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office captain who oversees Lakewood Ranch, says things have returned to normal after the department increased patrols to combat burglaries this fall.

  • East County
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 9, 2010
Cops Corner 06.10.10

Store security observed the defendant selecting a gallon of Hawaiian Punch and a bag of Jolly Rancher candy. The defendant then exited the grocery department and proceeded to the front exits.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Comedian Les McCurdy says moving his comedy club downtown will bring some celebrities and surprises.
  • By Amanda Heisey |
  • December 6, 2013
VIDEO: McCurdy's plans move to downtown Sarasota

McCurdy's Comedy Theatre will open next year at the site formerly occupied by Shaner's Pizzeria.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kelsey Grau |
  • February 19, 2014
Giving Circle joins female scientists, philanthropists

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium began with the vision of two women. Now, a new group of female pioneers is joining together to advance the pursuit of science.

  • East County
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Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 3, 2012
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
City Clerk Pamela Nadalini swears in Suzanne Atwell and Susan Chapman, who were elected Tuesday.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • May 17, 2013
Shannon Snyder selected as city of Sarasota mayor

Commissioners applaud Turner; at-large commissioners Atwell and Chapman are sworn in.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 21, 2012
Commission avoids rush to judgment on plans for new community center

The idea has been discussed on and off for 35 years. But the commission wants more facts and figures before it continues community center talks.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 25, 2014
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
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Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 2, 2012
Cops Corner: Pelican Press

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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