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Do you know a Sarasota resident who should be featured as a Neighbors? Email MICHAEL ENG at meng@yourobserver.com.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 8, 2012
Neighbors: Marge Martin

Marge Martin, a heart-attack survivor, will share her story at this year's Go Red for Women Luncheon March 8, at Michael's On East.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 20, 2015
Dan Rather will lead mental health panel

The discussion will feature interesting tie-ins to the community dialog on homelessness and the state mental hospital crisis.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 24, 2010
Iwo Jima Marines are now few, but still proud

Longboat Key resident and Iwo Jima survivor Martin Samowitz was there when the U.S. Marine Corps raised the flag that became an iconic image of WW II. The 65th anniversary of Iwo Jima was Feb. 19, and the anniversary of the flag raising over Mount Suribachi was four days later, on Feb. 23.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Hal Lenobel, pictured in late 2009, at Longboat Harbour, where he has owned a unit since 1969. File photo.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 11, 2012
'Hal' of famer: Hal Lenobel

Commissioner Hal Lenobel resigned this week after 12-and-a-half years. He is the longest-serving commissioner in recent town history.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 17, 2014
Save the dates

The social scene is packed, as usual, for the fall. We're looking forward to countless events this season - but here are 10 through the end of 2014 we already have circled on our calendar.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 29, 2009
Our View

Nine fallacies of Obamacare

  • East County
  • Opinion
Photos by Rachel S. O'Hara
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • December 1, 2011
Neighbors: Shirley Goodman

It is hard to say whether it is easier to spot Shirley Goodman from across the room due to her glitzy garb or the sound of her tapping feet.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Emeril Lagasse and Michael's On East co-owner Michael Klauber.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • January 5, 2015
Celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse showcases Michael's On East

Chef Emeril gives his "BAM!" stamp of approval to Michael's On East in newest episode of television show.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By David Conway |
  • September 26, 2013
Condo owners seek inclusion in DID

Some condominium owners are asking to be included in the DID, with the tax revenue going toward additional security to improve safety and cleanliness within the downtown area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • September 3, 2009
Health care demonstration draws hundreds

A crowd of health-care reform supporters and opponents lined Fruitville Road shouting out their positions and shouting at each other.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ken and Kathy Richmond took their Sarasota Observer along to Uluru (Ayers Rock) in Australia.
  • By Nancy Schwartz |
  • April 29, 2015
"It's Read Everywhere" contest marks start of incredible journey

Attention, globe trotters: You have five months left to submit your photos for the 2015 ‘It’s Read Everywhere’ contest.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 24, 2009
Runners lace up for University Park race

More than 300 local runners laced up for the first Fit2Run 4 Miler Sept. 19 at University Park Country Club.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • October 2, 2013
Partners to develop remaining Country Club East land

Schroeder-Manatee Ranch and a real-estate investment firm are partnering to develop 475 acres.

  • East County
  • News
Andrew Glover conducts the Sarasota Circus Concert Band.
  • By Kelsey Grau |
  • January 19, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Circus Ring of Fame Inductions

The Circus Ring of Fame welcomed four new members in its 27th annual ceremony on Sunday, Jan. 19, on St. Armands Circle. Trapeze artist Pinito del Oro, animal trainer and circus owner Ian Garden Sr., founder and artistic director of Big Apple Circus Paul Binder, and the Theron family of high-energy bicyclists were inducted.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 30, 2013
Ballots ready! IRE contest continues

Voting for The Observer's 'It's Read Everywhere' photo contest continues until midnight Thursday, Oct. 31.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 20, 2016
Longboat Key kettle is a top earner again

The Longboat Key Salvation Army kettle received $11,288.99 in 2015.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Patty Bower and Karen Fors mark books that will be for sale. Photo by Dora Walters
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 25, 2012
Christ Church sets 'sale'

The Key is known for its annual gigantic rummage sales, and a new one has been added this year.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 27, 2012
Our View: 'Education is a shambles'

It doesn't matter how much Florida Gov. Rick Scott sticks to his election campaign promises - making Florida the top state for business in America; accountability at every level of state government; lower taxes; lower cost of government; fewer regulations that irrationally inhibit economic growth.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
"Les Miserables" is playing at Manatee Performing Arts Center. Courtesy photo.
  • By Paula Atwell |
  • August 12, 2013
THEATER REVIEW: 'Les Miserables'

Rick Kerby is making his vision for the new Manatee Performing Arts Center come true with every nightly rendition of the signature song, 'I Dreamed a Dream.'

  • Arts + Culture
Hank and Cash Howard are veterans at the Pumpkin Festival so they know where to spend their time.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • October 13, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Pumpkin Festival

The Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival kicked off Saturday, Oct. 12. This year's festival features longtime favorites such as children's train rides, charity pumpkin games, a petting zoo and frog-jumping championships, but it also includes new acts, such as the Gunslinger Monster Truck Show and the Justino Zoppe Magic Show.

  • East County
  • News
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