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David Baker, Ryan McCarthy, Josh Scheible and Caegan Quimby are Physical Plant. Over the years, the band’s sound has grown from psychedelic folk to high-energy acid funk. Photo by Shane Donglasan.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • September 21, 2016
Back to the Roots: Physical Plant to release new album

Two years ago, the future of Physical Plant was uncertain. Now, the band is preparing to release its debut LP — showcasing some of its earliest music.

  • Arts + Culture
Participants of the Palm-Aire Country Club dressed for the theme of “Once Upon a Time: Fairy Tales and Nursery Rhymes.”
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 1, 2015
Sidelines

East County sports news from this week.

  • East County
  • Sports
Patrick Tobin, who does a Frank Sinatra Tribute, croons to Jeanette DeRasmo of Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 14, 2015
Now that's amore

Festa Italiana serves up fun in Greenbrook

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 1, 2011
Letters to the Editor

Free parking was key in moving here; Please re-think parallel parking; Scott rail rejection was obviously right; Occupation points out income inequalities

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 31, 2012
'Race to the Top'

Manatee County School District leaders have a $28.7 million dream for education.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jessica Luck |
  • March 26, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BET: Cannons open house and fishing clinic

Cannons Marina will hold a spring open house and fishing clinic Saturday, March 27 on such topics as 'Weather and Catch of the Day, Reading Weather Patterns for Fishing and Safety' and 'Fakin' it ... Fishing with Artificial Lures.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 24, 2010
Firefighter contract negotiations halted

The town of Longboat Key and its firefighters/paramedics have declared an impasse in negotiations for a new three-year contract for firefighters.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Longboat Key Town Commission will consider a street name request at its meeting tonight at Town Hall, 501 Bay Isles Road.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 7, 2011
Commission holds regular meeting tonight

The Town Commission has been asked to postpone a discussion on a resolution that would transmit changes to its Comprehensive Plan until Tuesday, March 15.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 24, 2013
Captured moments

Share pictures of your special holiday moments with the East County Observer by emailing them to [email protected].

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Barron Schimberg and his son, Sy, wrote “Pancakes and Pickles” over the course of seven years.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • May 2, 2013
Father and son create an appetite for words with book

Barron and Sy Schimberg are donating the money from their children's book, 'Pancakes and Pickles,' to the Miracle League of Manasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 2, 2009
Engel & Volkers absorbs Wedebrock sales division

Longboat Key-based Wedebrock's 25 sales agents will become part of Engel & Völkers, a Germany-based firm.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Zara Barrie |
  • November 26, 2013
Factory Girl: Culture Collective; Sarasota Ballet

Factory Girl: Culture Collective; Sarasota Ballet

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • May 12, 2010
Sideshow Attraction

Three seasons after launching their modern dance company, Courtney Smith and Leah Verier-Dunn prepare for their biggest gig to date -- the circus spectacle 'Center Ring' at the Historic Asolo Theatre.

  • Arts + Culture
First place for a single-family home goes to 681 Emerald Harbour Drive. Photo by: Rachel S. O'Hara
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • December 14, 2011
Longboat Key's spirit is put on display

Rudolph's nose isn't the only thing glowing this year, because our island decorated full-out.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 10, 2010
Alliance chairman ready for new role

Longtime Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance member Marc Simms has big plans for the East County organization.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 17, 2010
Longboat Key - Building Permits

These are the largest building permits issued by the Longboat Key Planning and Zoning Department for the week of Feb. 5 through Feb. 11, in order of dollar amounts. (GMD = Gulf of Mexico Drive)

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Homeless man arrested for murder — learn more about it in today's headlines!
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • April 4, 2013
April 4: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Homeless man arrested for murder; Semitruck overturns into river in East County; City plans Lido renourishment; Gullett students help plant garden at White House

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Commissioners Terry Gans, left, and Phill Younger, were sworn in Monday as mayor and vice mayor, respectively. Terry O'Connor
  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • December 5, 2016
Longboat Key Town Commission selects new mayor in special vote

Vice Mayor Terry Gans was voted in unanimously to succeed Duncan.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 27, 2010
Town manager requests sand input

Town Manager Bruce St. Denis is urging town residents in a memorandum to consider which type of sand they want for the town's next beach project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Shirley Matchett and Debby Frederick wear homemade Christmas hats.
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • December 14, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sandy Claws Beach Run

With bells on their shoes, runners ran down Siesta Beach for the Sandy Claws Beach Run Saturday, Dec. 14. Participants included beginners and experienced runners of all ages. After the one mile and 5K races, everyone enjoyed the sunny morning at the award ceremony with healthy snacks.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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