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Doreen Steinhauser submitted this sunset photo, taken at Palma Sola Bay in Bradenton
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 25, 2013
OBSERVER WEATHER: East County

Doreen Steinhauser submitted this sunset photo, taken at Palma Sola Bay in Bradenton

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Jane Buckman, Carol Weiss and Winnie Nelon look through the archives.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • March 21, 2012
Arts Center to celebrate 60th anniversary

The Longboat Key Center for the Arts was founded Dec. 2, 1952, and it will be celebrating its 60th anniversary this year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Numerous patrol deputies, MCSO aviation, search and rescue units and a deputy and bloodhound were dispatched.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • April 15, 2013
Lost Myakka hiker and dog found in woods

A 50-year-old man and his dog were rescued from thick brush and swampland in Myakka City 5:50 p.m. Sunday night.

  • East County
  • News
At least two city commissioners want to explore the possibility of bringing Thunder by the Bay back downtown.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 11, 2017
City considers bringing Thunder by the Bay back

As the city once again adjusts its special events regulations, some commissioners want to explore the possibility of bringing the motorcycle festival back downtown.

  • Sarasota
  • News
(Courtesy of the Sarasota Police Department) A single-vehicle crash resulted in three deaths this morning.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • March 21, 2016
UPDATE: University Parkway reopens after fatal crash

A single-vehicle crash resulted in three fatalities this morning.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 10, 2010
Attorney outlines ways to approve, deny Islandside application

The Town Commission will hold a 9:30 a.m. special workshop Friday, Feb. 12, during the Islandside hearing to discuss measures that need to be taken to approve or deny the application.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Amanda Tullidge plays craps at We Care Manatee's Rollin’ on the River casino night.
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • January 31, 2018
We Care Manatee hosts Rollin’ on the River Casino Night on Jan. 27.

Black Tie & Tales: Kayleigh Omang

  • Black Tie
Photo by Jen Blanco
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 7, 2013
Leading Lady Ram: Glanna Vastola

Riverview High senior guard Gianna Vastola scored her 1,000th career point in the Lady Rams' 65-32 victory over Palm Harbor University.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Manatee County Sheriff's Office representatives, including Sheriff Brad Steube, wait ready to fight for additional funding.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 30, 2015
Manatee sets millage rate

Manatee County will not raise its millage rate to fund additional budget requests.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 4, 2010
Cops Corner 02.04.10

A man said a thief stole several items from his backyard and that during the robbery the burglar overturned a stand-up freezer filled with $2,000 worth of meat.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 5, 2012
Students released from hospital shortly after crash

Eight students from Freedom Elementary School were transported to the hospital March 2, after a vehicle collided with the bus in which they were riding.

  • East County
  • News
Jacob Martinez
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 21, 2017
Update: Serial flasher caught again

A man arrested for exposing himself to women in Manatee County has now been charged in Sarasota, as well.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota County Commissioner Charles Hines discusses growth during a better Government Association of Sarasota County meeting.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 2, 2015
Hines to run for re-election to County Commission

Sarasota County Commissioner Charles Hines has filed to run in the 2016 election.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Keely Carney |
  • January 15, 2012
Places: Pastry Art

Places: Pastry Art

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 12, 2012
Children support Food Bank

Children in the MOMS Club of Lakewood Ranch collected good for the Food Bank of Manatee and delivered the items to the organization Monday.

  • East County
  • News
Third-grader Samantha Pondillo, front, had fun dancing with friends.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 12, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: BRE rocks at Sock Hop

Students at Braden River Elementary School on Sept. 23 celebrated their positive behavior with a "Rockin' Sock Hop" at the school. The event was meant to encourage students to continue working hard, show respect, engage in learning and show self control. Submitted by Kathy Keebler.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Niocholas Clifton, Ari Ginsberg-Klemmt and Jaden Probus pose after finishing their games.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • November 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Scholastic Chess Tournament

Young chess enthusiasts from all over the city gathered in the gymnasium of Faith Lutheran Church Saturday, Nov. 3 for a citywide youth tournament, hosted by Sarasota Scholastic Chess, a nonprofit organization formed to promote youth involvement in the game. Students put their skills to the test for the chance to win trophies and medals.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Florida Rep. Bill Galvano, R-Bradenton, who will serve as the group's honorary chairman, made the announcement today.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 29, 2012
Take Stock in Children announces new non-profit

The announcement was made at 10 a.m. today in the Manatee County School Board Chambers.

  • East County
  • News
Individuals traveling on State Road 64 near Bayside Community Church, located at 15800 E. State Road 64, will see lane closures through Aug. 29.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • August 21, 2014
FDOT announces lane closures on State Road 64, at Bayside Church

Drivers on State Road 64, near Bayside Community Church, located at 15800 E. State Road 64, should expect delays east and westbound from 8 a.m. to 5 pm. through Aug. 29.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • November 11, 2009
The art of business

Right-brained Ringling students are quashing starving-artist stereotypes by cultivating left-brained business skills.

  • Arts + Culture
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