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  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • April 27, 2012
FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Linda Wallin

Linga Wallin is an art teacher at the Out-of-Door Academy. Read more about her in our candid "Five Things."

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
The Longboat Key Public Tennis Center was built in 2003. File photo
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 20, 2015
Letters to the editor

Letters to the editor

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Lakewood Ranch resident John Hanlon will showcase Gaelic football and hurling during this year’s Irish Celtic Festival.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 13, 2013
Lakewood Ranch ready to honor Irish culture

This year's Irish Celtic Festival will feature Gaelic football and hurling demonstrations, in addition to other festivities.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Roy |
  • June 21, 2010
Unconditional Surrender inspires donation policy

The commission will vote today on a new policy written in direct response to the controversial sculpture's donation to the city.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • January 10, 2013
Casa Italia: A tale of ethnicity, authenticity and passion for food

Casa Italia: A tale of ethnicity, authenticity and passion for food

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 24, 2013
Athlete of the Week: Talia Falco

Lakewood Ranch High sophomore Talia Falco won a pair of district crowns at the Class 3A-District 9 meet April 17, in Seffner.

  • East County
  • Sports
Zak Edwards, Lauren Blackman, Taprena Michelle Augustine, Peter Gosik and Carey Anderson.
  • By Paula Atwell |
  • June 4, 2013
Theater Review: 'The World Goes 'Round'

Florida Studio Theatre's newest production is an enjoyable and witty little musical revue featuring the songs of John Kander (music) and Fred Ebb (lyrics).

  • Arts + Culture
Town labor attorney Reynolds Allen told firefighters Thursday morning that the town "wants out of the pension business."
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 6, 2012
Town and firefighters trying to reach a contract

The town of Longboat Key and its firefighters are working to reach a three-year contract by the end of the day on Friday.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • February 7, 2015
The Corner Grill: More than just a sports bar

The Corner Grill: More than just a sports bar

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 17, 2011
City, Orioles discuss stadium dispute

The city of Sarasota believes a drainage project requested by the Baltimore Orioles for Ed Smith Stadium doesn't fall under the guidelines of an interlocal agreement.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam McTeer |
  • May 14, 2009
Lakewood boys namesakes behind two rescued hawks

Wildlife rehabilitator Justin Matthews has named the two fledgling red-shouldered hawks he rescued after Ethan and Owen Ingham, who recently raised money for Matthews Wildlife Rescue from their front yard.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 7, 2010
Key Real Estate: Ritz-Carlton Residences unit sells for $3.85 million

The sale was the largest transaction for the week of March 22 through March 26, on Longboat, Lido, St. Armands and Bird keys.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Paula Griffin, a Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce visitors center volunteer, talks with Marie Spicer, a visitor from Rhode Island, about local accommodations. Photos by Jessica Salmond
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • February 4, 2015
Season hits early

FY 2014 was a record year for tourism in Sarasota. So far, FY 2015 is on track to be even better.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 5, 2014
In for the long haul: Elysian Sex Drive's reunion

In for the long haul: Elysian Sex Drive's reunion

  • Arts + Culture
Jim Wilson, who has served as the hospital’s CEO since 2008, resigned May 6
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 29, 2013
Hospital seeks new CEO

Jim Wilson no longer is serving as Lakewood Ranch Medical's CEO.

  • East County
  • News
The home at 993 S. Orange Ave. is one of five historic homes on this year’s tour. Photo courtesy of Giovanni Lundardi
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 1, 2012
Sarasota alliance to host annual historic home tour

The tour features five unique homes in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By John Ewing |
  • January 3, 2013
Art Wars: a people's history of the “Going Vertical” mural controversy

Art Wars: a people's history of the “Going Vertical” mural controversy

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 12, 2015
Cops Corner: Longboat Key 8.13.15

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Roe Hyer, owner of N2U Salon & Spa and former ballroom dance instructor, hopes to make the dance show fundraiser an annual event.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 29, 2012
Salon entrepreneur organizing dance show for Mooseheart kids

N2U Salon & Spa owner Roe Hyer, with the support of Moose Lodge 1123, is organizing a dance show fundraiser March 31, for children who cannot be cared for by their families.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Roy |
  • December 23, 2010
City puts out help-wanted sign for advisory boards

A large number of open positions on the city's advisory boards has forced the city to make a public appeal for volunteers.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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