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  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 24, 2013
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School Board approves all-boys charter school; Man killed in I-75 crash

  • East County
  • News
"A lot of our spontaneous humor is based on the fact that we never had the opportunity to do an actual dress rehearsal," says Bernice Ditchfield of her family's years performing at the Opera House.
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • December 8, 2010
Ditchfields take Christmas act east of the interstate

After 10 years at the Sarasota Opera House, Stephen and Bernice Ditchfield move the family's beloved Christmas concert to a new venue.

  • Arts + Culture
Senior David Marvel knew nothing about cross-country when he joined the Seminoles cross-country team as a freshman. Now four years later, Marvel has cut his time in half and is Southeast’s team captain and top runner. Courtesy photo.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 17, 2012
Record-Setter: David Marvel

Southeast High cross-country runner David Marvel has lopped more than 18 minutes off his cross-country time since joining the Seminoles four years ago.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 20, 2009
McNeal Book Club inspires reading

Third-grade teacher Carolyn Winget started a voluntary book club for her students three years ago.

  • East County
  • News
John Kintz’s first day as police chief was in 1997. File photo.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 7, 2011
9/11 Looking Back: John Kintz

Former Longboat Key Police Chief John Kintz was prepared for business as usual as he planned for President George W. Bush's stay on Longboat Key. But Bush's overnight stay on Sept. 10, 2001, turned out to be anything but routine.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 19, 2009
Hilton applies for tourism units

The Longboat Key Hilton Beachfront Resort is the only property to submit a proposal for additional tourism units. A restaurant and meeting space are also part of the project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Maria Wirries' aunt gave her a xylophone when she was still a baby. At 18 months, she started singing nursery rhymes in tune.
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • January 19, 2011
Little miss sunshine

East County singer Maria Wirries goes from guest artist to the main attraction. The little girl with the big voice turns 13 and prepares for her first solo concert.

  • Arts + Culture
Braden River baseball coach Mike Verrill said the position with the Pirates is the perfect opportunity for him.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 14, 2011
Pirates name new coach

Former Out-of-Door Academy baseball coach Mike Verrill was named Braden River High's new varsity baseball coach Dec. 2.

  • East County
  • Sports
Jim Harriott said staff had noted during a June budget discussion that the county would not have the approximately $7 million in extra funding it needs for the project until FY 2015.
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • September 6, 2011
Gulf Gate Library project could be moved up

In response to concerns voiced Tuesday by Sarasota County Commission Chairwoman Nora Patterson, county staff will examine ways to accelerate the construction of the new Gulf Gate Library. The project is set to start in Fiscal Year 2015.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Fire Chief Henry Behrens stands atop the new Armstrong LaFrance fire truck in 1912 on South Pineapple Avenue. Photos courtesy of the Sarasota County History Center.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • June 7, 2012
A walk through time

The Sarasota City Commission will vote Monday, June 18, on whether to approve a permanent exhibit to be displayed in the Sarasota City Commission Chambers.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 28, 2010
Colony crossroads

U.S. trustee William Maloney, who will oversee a settlement conference this week, could close The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort as early as Aug. 7, according to his trustee report.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • June 1, 2009
Carlton, Servian picked for budget oversight committee

Former Florida Sen. Lisa Carlton and former Sarasota Mayor Mary Anne Servian are two of the 10 people nominated to help the county with its budget.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 4, 2012
Letters to the Editor

SRQ was over-expanded

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 16, 2012
Comment: One loss won't mar Mustang season

I watched the Lakewood Ranch High softball team walk away from the National Training Center following its 4-0 loss to Pembroke Pines Charter in the Class 6A state semifinals together, I couldn't help but notice the dedication the Lady Mustangs showed not only for their sport but one another.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Pam McTeer |
  • May 29, 2009
SMR makes search easier for homebuyers

Visitors to the Ranch's Information Center at 6220 University Parkway can now check out a GPS navigation unit to more easily find model homes and other amenities in the community.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 2, 2009
Tax increase debated

Town Manager Bruce St. Denis said a maximum millage rate of 1.6 mills needs to be adopted to offset anticipated losses in revenue.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
For Mote to move forward with its plans to grow, CEO Michael Crosby says the organization needs a firm endorsement from the city. File photo
  • By David Conway |
  • October 15, 2014
Mote gathers support for bayfront aquarium

While the Sarasota EDC endorses the project fully, the Sarasota Chamber generally supports the idea, but wants more details.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 17, 2013
Project partner trims beach costs

The town will perform a hot spot beach project this summer to restore sand to high-erosion areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 4, 2012
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Sarasota's Big Pass has never been dredged.
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • February 4, 2014
SKVA: 'No hole in our shoal'

The Siesta Key Village Association has joined the growing list of Siesta groups formally opposing a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers project to mine the Big Pass shoal for Lido Beach sand.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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