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"They tell stories," Dominic Avant says of painting his wife and children. "They bring beauty to ordinary things. It moves me as a father and as an artist."
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • May 4, 2011
The human touch

Former Disney animator Dominic Avant explains why he now devotes his canvases to the real-life characters and scenes that fill his world.

  • Arts + Culture
"I learned just as much about color here living on the Gulf of Mexico as anywhere else," William Kelley says.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • May 29, 2013
Second nature: William Kelley

William Kelley could be the Dr. Seuss of local artists, but his colorful, and seemingly whimsical landscapes are as real as Siesta Key sunsets.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Sean Roth |
  • January 3, 2010
TOP STORY, NOV.: TideWell expands in Ranch

The Sarasota-based non-profit purchased the 36,652-square-foot building for $6.55 million.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 24, 2010
CAMP SPOTLIGHT: Acting Up Camp

The East County Observer goes behind the scenes of the Acting Up Performing Arts Summer Camp at Lakewood Ranch High School.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • July 8, 2009
Profiles of summer: Body Language

Alyssa Mandel is a school librarian by day, belly dancer by night.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 2, 2012
CRA Advisory Board recommends project

An advisory board will recommend the city approve seven downtown projects and a roundabout.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 3, 2009
MIS director receives certification

Longboat Key Management Information Services Director Kathi Pletzke has completed a program designed for those in an executive technology leadership position.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 16, 2013
Senator hones in on East County

Florida Sen. Bill Galvano hosted a Jan. 14 breakfast in Lakewood Ranch for his East County constituents.

  • East County
  • News
Through their foundation, cancer survivors Tony McEachern and Lori Mishos want to help cancer patients cope with their diagnosis.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 14, 2011
Riding for a Reason

Team Tony, a local organization that provides support to cancer patients and their spouses, is hosting a 200-mile ride.

  • East County
  • News
Emily Dixon, Logan Learned and Sareen Tchekmedyian performed a pas de trois in Johan Kobborg's "Salute." Photo by Frank Atura.
  • By Anna Dearing |
  • February 1, 2012
Dance Review: 'Made in America'

The Sarasota Ballet presented a flawless production this past weekend.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 21, 2010
Expert Opinions

Two of Longboat's residents have expansive knowledge of oil drilling and oil-spill cleanup efforts. They have talked with town officials about what to expect if oil comes ashore.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
"It's like I've come full circle with a suitcase full of knowledge, experience and technological advances," Sigrid Olsen says of her life as an artist.
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • October 19, 2011
Sigrid Olsen jumps from fashion to art

When her clothing line folded three years ago, Sigrid Olsen found refuge in painting. The gallery owner explains why some snowbirds aren't meant to retire.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 31, 2011
COPS CORNER

Looks fishy March 22, 7 p.m. -- 1 block of Marina Plaza. Burglary. The owner of a fishing boat reported an on-board burglary. Someone had jimmied the door to get inside and stole 11 fishing rods, valued at $1,600.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Sheree Napier |
  • June 16, 2010
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Honor Sanctuary isn't only east rescue

Once again we see a statement from Honor Sanctuary printed in your newspaper stating that Honor Sanctuary is the only rescue in the East County supporting the East County people.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 18, 2013
Cops Corner: Longboat

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Brian Gunnell |
  • August 1, 2012
Bridge Bites: The crocodile coup

Bridge has a number of exotic "coups," and for the next few weeks we'll look at some of them, starting with the aptly named Crocodile Coup.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Birthday couple Wayne and Mindy Rollins. Photo by John Revisky.
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • February 5, 2014
Black Tie & Tales

Unmasking the Opera gala; Fierce, Fabulous and 40; Super Bowl round-up; and Tidbits.

  • Arts + Culture
Paul Duffy. Courtesy photo.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • March 7, 2013
Irishman Paul Duffy hosts Irish tribute to St. Partick's Day March 10

Paul Duffy sat down with the Observer and spoke about his upcoming concert in honor of his homeland.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kathy Bolam |
  • September 23, 2010
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Charter review candidate responds

Your stated view of the Bolam/Dent issue was that "Bolam is taking the standard way out by blaming someone else." I would like to add a few more facts to the mix, and then tell me if you think I am taking the standard way out.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • May 29, 2014
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