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Before he left, Gov. Rick Scott managed to get a scoop of Mixon's famous orange-swirl ice cream.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • July 24, 2013
Scott makes an informal stop in the East County

Gov. Rick Scott took questions about a variety of issues from area business leaders.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 11, 2012
Pirates name new football coach

Braden River High School named Curt Bradley as its new football coach; Pirates athletic director Bob Bowling announced this afternoon.

  • East County
  • Sports
Arnie Malasky frequently wears beaver-embroidered shirts and has beavers on his business cards.
  • By Katie Hendrick |
  • April 24, 2013
Your Neighbor: Arnie Malasky

It started with a smiling, doe-eyed stuffed beaver Arnie Malasky spotted on a business trip to Denver, which he thought would make a perfect gift for his then-girlfriend, Ronnie.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 20, 2009
Observer updates

Observer updates

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 8, 2011
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

McNeal article a smear campaign

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 8, 2011
So long senior standouts

It's the time of year when I bid farewell to another group of talented athletes who have made the past year, and in some cases, the past four years, nothing short of memorable.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By John Ewing |
  • April 23, 2012
Observe This: Today’s Top Stories

Observe This: Today’s Top Stories

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Representatives from State College of Florida,  Sarasota-Manatee, Lakewood Ranch developer Schroeder-Manatee Ranch and the Gulf Coast Community Foundation of Venice revealed plans Jan. 18.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 20, 2011
The Big Deal

Organizers hope their new 72,000-square-foot facility will make it easier for businesses that want to relocate to or expand in the Manatee-Sarasota area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Otus |
  • February 24, 2014
Ask Otus: But Is It Art?

Otus Rufous, an Eastern Screech-owl, was born on Siesta Key and is a full-time resident there. An avid hunter, accomplished vocalist and genuine night owl, Otus is a keen observer of our local wildlife and knows many of nature's secrets. Otus will answer your questions about our amazing wildlife, but only if you Ask Otusâ„¢.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • 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
Senior middle infielder Nicolas Torres receives individual hitting instruction from Oscar Despada and Michael Rivera.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 16, 2015
FIBA offers elite level training

The Florida International Baseball Academy is now enrolling students for both the fall and spring seasons.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Donna Hayes will complete her eighth year with the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 20, 2011
Hayes will not seek re-election

Manatee County District 5 Commissioner Donna Hayes said she plans to spend more time with her family.

  • East County
  • News
SMR, SCF and Gulf Coast Community Foundation of Venice representatives revealed the plans Jan. 18.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 19, 2011
The Big DEAL

Organizers hope their new 72,000-square-foot facility will make it easier for businesses looking to relocate to or expand in the Manatee-Sarasota area.

  • East County
  • News
Unit S-202 at La Firenza, 4125 Gulf of Mexico Drive, sold for $2,635,000 in February.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 16, 2011
February sales summary

The following is a summary of key residential real-estate sales recorded for the month of February at the Sarasota and Manatee county courthouses.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • February 24, 2010
Pirate-ship bed makes waves at showcase

Jeanette Simpson's pirate-ship bed for the Sarasota Orchestra's Designer Showcase is turning seasoned patrons into kids again.

  • Arts + Culture
Should the Manatee County School District's sales tax levy expire in 2017, officials estimate losses of $30 million per year.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • April 9, 2015
Schools' needs exceed the district's wallet

With its sales tax levy set to expire in 2017, the Manatee County School District vets revenue options to fund projects and keep the district from falling off a financial cliff

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 4, 2009
Letters to the editor

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  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 1, 2011
OUR VIEW: Too soon for the petitions

We get it: When you're in a battle, you do what you have to do, and you be aggressive about it. No stone unturned, as the cliche goes.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • May 18, 2016
Positano condo sells for $3 million

The Unit 306 condominium at 4975 Gulf of Mexico Drive has three bedrooms, three baths and 3,343 square feet of living area.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Since he began work at Premier Sports Campus a year ago, Antonio Saviano, a former soccer scout, has been charged with attracting events to Premier Sports Campus. (Photo by Josh Siegel)
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • April 16, 2014
Premier expands offerings

Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch proves 140 acres of grassy fields can serve many purposes outside of athletics.

  • East County
  • News
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