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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 25, 2010
Contractors see Colony differently

One inspector says the buildings are in 'sound shape'; the other says he saw mold and fungi.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 14, 2009
News Briefs

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Lakewood Ranch rising senior Sophia Falco won the emerging elite triple jump at the New Balance National Outdoor meet June 17, in Greensboro, N.C., with a school record jump of 40 feet, 5 inches. She also set a new school record in the 100-meter dash the
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 22, 2016
East County High 5 Moments: 06.23.16

East County High 5 Moments: 06.23.16

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  • By Emarie and Petr Marcan |
  • October 28, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Safe Sex Bash

PHOTO GALLERY: Safe Sex Bash

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Parade marchers prepare to walk Lakewood Ranch Main Street before the Memorial Day Parade Sunday.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • May 27, 2014
VIDEO: Lakewood Ranch celebrates Memorial Day.

Veterans of all stripes, from bikers to bagpipers, marched on Lakewood Ranch Main Street for the 'Tribute to Heroes' Memorial Day Parade Sunday.

  • East County
  • News
Jennifer Riesenberger brings four years of experience with Senior Friendship Centers to her new position. She uses her love for art and creativity to plan new programs for seniors.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • August 15, 2013
Branching Out

In her second month as senior center manager at Sarasota Senior Friendship Centers, Jennifer Riesenberger uses her passion for creativity and helping others to broaden seniors' horizons.

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  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 6, 2017
Save our Seabirds sings donors' praises

Donors gathered at a Siesta Key home for an appreciation event on Nov. 6.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Katie Johns |
  • October 18, 2016
St. Mary gets in the Halloween spirit

The Women's Guild hosted its annual Welcome Back Luncheon on Oct. 18.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Local Remote Area Medical organizers Dr. Richard Conard and Doug Schiller are still seeking dentists for the Saturday and Sunday free clinic.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 18, 2015
Huge need for volunteer dentists at RAM event

Free medical clinic expects to attract more than 2,500 patients.

  • East County
  • News
Longbeach Café owners Jeff Daly and Colleen and Pete Callandra
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 1, 2015
Longbeach Café celebrates sweet anniversary

Longbeach Café celebrates sweet anniversary

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 26, 2009
Mustangs' Khara wins AJGA tournament

Lakewood Ranch High senior Rocky Khara shot 216 to win the American Junior Golf Association Mayakoba Junior Golf Classic Aug. 17-20 in Mexico.

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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 25, 2010
Teens encouraged to 'live their dreams'

A free speaking event for middle school students and their parents on the topic will be held from 6:30-8 p.m., tonight, at Braden River High School.

  • East County
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  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 19, 2017
Braden River football rolls in spring game

The Pirates downed Lakeland 42-13 after an 80-minute rain delay.

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The Lakewood Ranch High softball team earned its first trip to the state semifinals with a  10-0 victory over River Ridge in the Class 6A-Region 3 finals May 1.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 1, 2012
Lady Mustangs win regional championship

The Lakewood Ranch High softball team shut out River Ridge 10-0 to win the Class 6A-Region 3 championship May 1.

  • East County
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Imagine School of Lakewood Ranch opened its doors to families for their Scholastic Book Fair
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 1, 2013
Daily Headlines: Oct. 1, 2013

Today's Stories: Objections to groins dismissed by state; DID uncertain about adding residential owners; PHOTO GALLERY: Imagine School Book Fair; City of Sarasota plans invasive-species removal

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Rev. Dan Maiden and MiMi Horwitz
  • By Dora Walters |
  • November 5, 2010
Longboaters get in touch with their inner child

Pauline and Bob Schroeder transformed their home into the S and S Charter Kindergarten on Friday, Nov. 5, for a fun fundraiser for the Longboat Island Chapel. Guests came as they might have appeared as students in kindergarten. Pigtails and pleated skirts were plentiful plus lots of knickers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Dr. Anne Chauvet owns Critical Care and Veterinary Specialists of Sarasota.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • June 9, 2011
Small Business of the Year finalist: Critical Care and Veterinary Specialists of Sarasota

Critical Care and Veterinary Specialists of Sarasota was named Small Business of the Year finalist at the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce's 2011 Frank G. Berlin Senior Small Business of the Year Awards.

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Sarasota Chapter of Ikebana International President Jennifer Walker, Program Chair Gil Lee, Polly Curran and Pat Bonarek
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 20, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Far East Arrangers

The Sarasota Chapter of Ikebana International kicked off another season with a demonstration, titled "Ikebana for Your Backyard," Sept. 12, at Selby Gardens. The group will host a holiday luncheon Dec. 5 at University Park Country Club.

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Join Alex Mahadevan and Emily Walsh for the Daily Headlines.
  • By Amanda Heisey |
  • January 3, 2013
Jan. 3: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Walmart protest scheduled for City Hall; Mote to celebrate new Boca Grande facility; County approves ice rink sign changes; SEASON magazine published Jan. 3

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 14, 2010
Building Permits 07.15.10

These are the largest building permits issued by the Longboat Key Planning and Zoning Department for the week of July 2 through July 8, in order of dollar amounts.

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