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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 3, 2010
Two East County residents enter school board race

Julie Aranibar and Albert Yusko will challenge incumbent Jane Pfeilsticker for the Manatee County School Board District 3 seat this August.

  • East County
  • News
Last year's chalk festival was 10 days. This year it will be six but will include additional street closures.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • July 30, 2013
Sarasota Chalk Festival to cover more ground in fewer days

This year, the Sarasota Chalk Festival will run six days from Nov. 13 through Nov. 18 on Pineapple Avenue, spanning from Orange Avenue to First Street.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Nicole Leffler, the 34-year-old owner of Wild Ginger, has twice expanded into new storefronts over the last two years.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • March 31, 2016
Gulf Gate lures young entrepreneurs

The Sarasota County business district offers cheap rents — and big opportunities.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 8, 2014
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Robin Roy |
  • January 14, 2010
New driver's license requirements cause frustration

The Sarasota Tax Collector's Office asks that residents wanting to renew driver's licenses check what identification is required before visiting its office.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota City Commissioner Terry Turner suggested Tuesday the commission take another look at the city manager candidates they previously rejected.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 10, 2012
Commission to reconsider city manager candidates

A list of four city manager candidates that was previously rejected by the Sarasota City Commission will be reconsidered at the Monday, July 16 regular meeting.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 3, 2013
Tour de Cure races to Lakewood Ranch

The third annual cycling event benefits the American Diabetes Association.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
As Good As It Gets owner Doug Gourley says the city has been unresponsive to his inquiries regarding a wayfinding system on Palm Avenue.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 24, 2014
Palm Avenue businesses seek support from city

Some Palm Avenue merchants have expressed concerns about the business environment in the area, but the city believes activity is trending upward.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Braden River High students approach a budget station.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • November 24, 2014
MY VIEW: 'Like, wait, should we pay our bills first?'

Braden River High School seniors show off their budgetary skills. Smart choices beat out short-term indulgences at the event.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 8, 2013
Longboat lost Chief Hogle one year ago

Police Chief Al Hogle's contributions live on one year after his sudden death in a motorcycle accident.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Sarah Felder |
  • April 2, 2013
The Engine 2 Diet challenge with Whole Foods Market Sarasota: final results

The Engine 2 Diet challenge with Whole Foods Market Sarasota: final results

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 24, 2011
Cops Corner: Longboat

Enjoy this week's Cops Corner

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Anna Dearing |
  • November 23, 2014
DANCE REVIEW: Balanchine, Tuckett, Bruce

Once again, Director Iain Webb proved to be a master repertoire setter by creating a show which featured diverse styles of dance.

  • Arts + Culture
Witnesses found a painter pinned between a building and a machine before 10 a.m. this morning.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 31, 2013
July 31: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Man dies while painting Sarasota Military Academy; Sarasota Chalk Festival to cover more ground in fewer days; Setting the barre high; School board adopts tentative budget and millage rate

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Courtesy photo The Manatee Cal Ripken 12U All-Star team will compete in the Southeast Regional Tournament, which begins today in Palm Beach Gardens.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 24, 2013
STATE CHAMPS: Manatee Cal Ripken 12U All-Star

The Manatee Cal Ripken 12U All-Star team defeated Winter Park 6-4 to capture the state championship July 15, in Sanford.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 22, 2015
It’s time: peacocks must go

Round up all of them. Keeping a dozen male peacocks won’t change this fact: They’re a nuisance.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 19, 2012
County introduces new budget tool

A new county budget tool will allow county staff to manipulate the general fund numbers during budget workshops that begin next month.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Please send letters to the editor to Pam Eubanks at peubanks@yourobserver.com.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 12, 2012
Observed: Educational bombshell

The Manatee County School Board's meeting chambers were exceptionally crowded Monday night, and as I squeezed into the back to stand, I first noticed Superintendent Tim McGonegal was missing from his normal seat.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Stephanie Hannum |
  • September 9, 2009
Italian chef brings tradition to Cantina Toscana

After listening to his enthusiastic travel stories and many cooking experiences, you would never believe Valerio Pescetelli, chef at Cantina Toscana in Lakewood Ranch, is only 24 years old.

  • Arts + Culture
Kay Kouvatsos and Russell Matthes go over plans for the Light Up the Village parade which takes place Nov. 24.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • September 20, 2012
Siesta Key prepares for its holiday parade

With two months remaining before the celebration, SKVA members finalize their plans.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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