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Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan with Design and Dine finalist Margaret Lanier
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • February 5, 2013
Feb. 5: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Design and Dine Finalist: Margaret Lanier; Longboat Key Town Commission solicits town attorney services; Commissioners approve plat for Laurel Park homes; Manatee County Blood drive benefits McNeal Elementary teacher; Bridal shop coming to Lakewood Ranch Main Street

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The library foundation will use the money for a literacy program.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 30, 2016
Nicholas Sparks writes chapter for Manatee literacy initiative

The best-selling author will headline a library foundation fundraiser in February 2017.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 8, 2016
That's the ticket ...

The top match-ups from around Sarasota this week.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
A view of the shore from a parasailing ride taken by Rebecca Wild Baxter.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • August 20, 2015
This week in history 8.20.15

A glimpse of the way things were from the archives.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota senior Vaun Brown drove in a pair of runs and scored a run to help lead the Sailors to a 10-0 victory against Lakewood Ranch in the Class 8A-District 8 championship April 21.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 28, 2016
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 04.28.16

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 04.28.16

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Party hosts Tinker and Tony Britton were surprised with a customized cornhole game with the group's logo.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • February 8, 2016
'Our Gang Football' throws complete Super Bowl 50 party

The group 'Our Gang Football' hosts fourth annual Super Bowl party at Gecko's Grill & Pub.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Driver killed in University Parkway crash
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • June 3, 2013
June 3: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Driver killed in University Parkway crash; Sarasota County Commission to consider tourism plan; Siesta Chamber announces 2013 Crystal Classic; Longboat Key Town Commission plans to pass Mar Vista resolution

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dan Sidler is the Greater Sarasota Chamber’s vice president of CareerEdge and economic development.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 1, 2023
Nine local companies win CareerEdge grants

The Greater Sarasota Chamber program awarded $205,000 to help advance careers of current employees.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport President and CEO Rick Piccolo is overseeing the largest expansion in the airport's history.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 31, 2024
Piccolo wins statewide aviation leadership award

The president and CEO of Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport has been honored by the Florida Airports Council.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A treatment basin holds surface water, while the sludge in the water is transported to a pond visible in the background. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 13, 2022
Dam upgrades and repairs high on Manatee's priority list

More than $121 million in repairs and upgrades is budgeted to keep the region’s potable water flowing at the dam.

  • East County
  • News
Jim and Jackie Sleter stand in front of their newly installed roof. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 17, 2022
Veteran in River Isles gifted a free roof

East County veteran receives support from local business and the VFW to get a new roof.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 22, 2014
News Briefs

East County high schools excel in graduation rates; Adoption numbers rising; Music on Main acts set

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eduardo Anaya |
  • August 6, 2012
PREEN & CHIC: TALK PRETTY TO ME

PREEN & CHIC: TALK PRETTY TO ME

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 29, 2011
Our View: Wish list for 2012 ...

We might look back at 2011 and see it was the year when the tide turned back in favor of freedom, free enterprise and the bedrock American values that made the country great.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 8, 2015
Our next president?

What a sad commentary that a man who espouses a government that confiscates your life and your property is gaining traction.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Charter Schools USA is working with Southwest Charter Foundation to potentially open Lakewood Ranch Charter Academy in August 2022 if the School Board of Manatee County approves the application.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 31, 2021
New charter school proposed in Lakewood Ranch

If approved, Lakewood Ranch Charter Academy could open in August 2022.

  • East County
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • July 24, 2014
Citizens show support for Payne Park auditorium

As city staff works on mapping out an updated long-term vision for Payne Park, residents are fighting for the continued preservation of the Payne Park Auditorium.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Sarasota Opera's Co-Producers Dinner took place on the set of this upcoming season’s production of "The Golden Cockerel." Photo by Cliff Roles.
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • December 16, 2014
Black Tie & Tales

Singing for their supper; A votre sante; Magical musicale; and Tidbits.

  • Arts + Culture
Whether it's premiering Tony Award-winning productions in London and New York, donating to Asolo Repertory Theatre or attending a community theater production, Bob and Beverly Bartner have always been supporters of the arts.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • January 23, 2013
BACKSTAGE PASS: The Producers

Asolo Repertory Theatre board members and Sarasota residents Bob and Beverly Bartner have produced so many Tony award-winning productions, they can't remember which shows received what awards.

  • Arts + Culture
The Players will continue outdoor programming, such as its production of Huck Finn (Casey Berkery) in May at James Patton Park, until the new theater complex opens.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 13, 2018
Revised plot for The Players' move to Lakewood Ranch

Board chair talks about updated plans for Waterside Place.

  • East County
  • News
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