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Meryl Streep embodies Margaret Thatcher in "The Iron Lady."
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • January 18, 2012
Film Review: 'The Iron Lady'

Meryl Streep always takes acting to a higher plateau.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 15, 2011
Obituary: Andrew Scherman

Andrew Scherman, 52, of St. Petersburg and formerly of Sarasota, died June 8.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 16, 2010
MAN ON THE STREET: George Steinbrenner

East County Little League players, coaches and parents share their thoughts on the recent death of New York Yankees owner George Steinbrenner.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 18, 2012
Adams buys 19 Colony units

A company owned by W. Andrew Adams recently purchased 19 Colony units. Many unit owners, however, are still unsure of their next step.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Donald "Duck" Dunn, right, performed with dozens of local musicians, including Tampa mainstay Ronnie Dee. Photo courtesy of Shellma Jackson.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 16, 2012
Donald 'Duck' Dunn dies at 70

Legendary bassist Donald 'Duck' Dunn, an East County resident, died May 13, in Tokyo.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Manatee County District 5 Commissioner Donna Hayes will complete her second term in office next year.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 4, 2011
IN THE PUBLIC EYE: Donna Hayes

Donna Hayes was elected to the Manatee County Commission in 2004. In June, Hayes announced she will not seek a third term.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 16, 2011
My bracket is ready ... Is yours?

There are perhaps no two words that unite sports fans more than "March Madness."

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Robin Roy |
  • March 9, 2010
Police panel to question focus groups

The Police Advisory Panel has four basic questions it wants to ask minorities to see if they feel the police treat them differently.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Paula Atwell |
  • August 8, 2012
Theater Review: 'Random Acts Cabaret'

For"Random Acts," the black box Pinkerton Theatre, which lies within the Venice Theatre, has been transformed into a European-style cabaret, complete with tiny, round cloth-covered tables on which to set your cash-bar purchased drinks.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 15, 2014
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • November 22, 2011
Film Review: 'J. Edgar'

If there's only one reason to see Clint Eastwood's new film, 'J. Edgar,' it's to be totally blown away by Leonardo DiCaprio's performance in the title role.

  • Arts + Culture
Selby Gardens chief development officer Ann Logan stands with Lee Byron and Pat Sellers, who make up part of three generations of family who have attended Selby’s Mother’s Day brunch since it began seven years ago.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • May 10, 2012
Family finds tradition in Selby Gardens' Mother's Day brunch

In-laws Lee Byron and Pat Sellers, along with their families, represent three generations of family who enjoy Mother's Day brunch each year at Selby Gardens.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 9, 2009
Obituaries

Obituaries

  • Longboat Key
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Lakewood Ranch assistant coach Jim Wojcicki congratulates goalkeeper Alex Latham on her 14th shutout of the season.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 30, 2013
Dominate 'D': Lakewood Ranch High girls soccer defeats Venice

The Lakewood Ranch High girls soccer team defeated Venice 1-0 in the Class 4A-Region 3 semifinals Jan. 26. The Lady Mustangs traveled to Plant City for the regional finals Jan. 29.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 30, 2009
Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 3, 2009
Proposed budget calls for 6.4% millage increase

A $498,740 deficit can be eliminated if the Town Commission agrees to an increased tax rate of at least 1.5967 mills.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Approximately 10% of registered voters — more than 3,300, according to Commissioner Terry Turner — signed petitions to place the amendment on the ballot in November.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 2, 2012
Voters have say on amendment

Voters will now decide the role the city clerk's office plays in the future. But that didn't stop supporters and opponents from making their cases to the commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A new Walmart neighborhood market is coming to the site where Winn-Dixie operated a store for four decades. File photo.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 5, 2012
Delve into 12: North Trail revitalization

A Walmart grocery store and a new Goodwill Superstore have been approved by the city on the North Trail.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 27, 2013
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Enjoy this week's bridge hand.
  • By Brian Gunnell |
  • November 16, 2011
Bridge bites: Dummy reversal

N-S do well to reach 7♥. North's 3♠ said, 'Good hand with Heart support,' South's Redouble showed a control in Spades, 4NT asked for Aces, and the 5NT response said, 'Two Aces and a void.'

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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