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Tom and Holly McAndrew gather with their children Thomas, 11, Merritt, 2, two foster children, center, Owen, 9, and Scarlette, 3. Photo by Pam Eubanks
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 20, 2015
Always enough love

A homemade welcome mat leading into the McAndrew home reads, “Welcome to our loud, crazy, fun, happy home.” With six children under one roof, the noise begins at 6:30 a.m. It doesn’t stop until nearly 9 p.m.

  • East County
  • News
Ten-year-old Ellie Wietecha served as “Principal for the Day” Nov. 8, at Gullett Elementary School. Her brother, Joey, was dubbed assistant principal.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 14, 2012
Gullett Elementary youth takes school's helm

Gullett's Ellie Wietecha, 10, served as principal Nov. 8.

  • East County
  • News
Paul Duffy plays nine instruments, one of which (saxophone) he used to play on a tightrope.  Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • March 7, 2018
Modern-day minstrel Paul Duffy to play in Sarasota

Multi-talented musician Paul Duffy shares his passion for Irish music.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • May 20, 2015
Jack Dusty adds new cocktails packed with stories

Ingi Sigurdsson, lead bartender, unveils fresh drinks and the stories behind them

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • May 24, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, May 25

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 16, 2009
Manatee announces H1N1 vaccination schedule

Manatee County Public Schools and the Manatee County Health Department will continue H1N1 vaccinations through the end of the year.

  • East County
  • Schools
In April 2011, Ogilvie was convicted of engaging in contracting without proper certification or licensing, and the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation issued the same finding in October 2011.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 20, 2012
Unlicensed contractor arrested

A Nokomis man has been arrested for taking money for contracting work he never performed.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Lift Station 87 project has been stymied by delays since its inception. On Monday, project leaders indicated construction could continue into 2018.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 8, 2014
Lift Station 87 sees new delays

Although the city recently approved plans for Lift Station 87, project leaders have indicated the date of completion could be more than two years later than originally projected.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat Key Foundation Chairman Bob Simmons has its sights set on a location for the Longboat Key Center for Healthy Living in and around Bay Isles Road and Bay Isles Parkway where a future town center concept is proposed. (file photo)
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 22, 2015
LBK Foundation receives $500,000 commitment

Ocean Properties Ltd. and an anonymous donor have committed funds for a new Longboat medical center.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Mike Ford, 30, is trying to make it as a boxer.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 27, 2017
Sarasota football legend transitions to boxing ring

His professional record stands at 3-0.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The photo above is one proposed idea of how the Extreme Rapid Transit People Mover could look. Courtesy photo.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 29, 2012
Downtown to move at fast pace

APRIL FOOLS - On the heels of a proposed pedestrian walkway comes the next step in bayfront connectivity - the Extreme Rapid Transit People Mover system, which reaches speeds of 38 mph.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 29, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, June 30

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Senior David Marvel knew nothing about cross-country when he joined the Seminoles cross-country team as a freshman. Now four years later, Marvel has cut his time in half and is Southeast’s team captain and top runner. Courtesy photo.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 17, 2012
Record-Setter: David Marvel

Southeast High cross-country runner David Marvel has lopped more than 18 minutes off his cross-country time since joining the Seminoles four years ago.

  • East County
  • Sports
Yaryna Klimchak
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • April 18, 2013
Your Neighbor: Amy Ernst

Casey Key resident Amy Ernst didn't consider herself an artist until after her father's death in 1984. But she says her father recognized her talent when she was a toddler getting into his paints.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Joyce
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 17, 2013
Real Estate Reports

Leslie Joyce joins Coldwell LBK office; MaryElizabeth Ameal joins MS&Co.; Wagner Realty announces top agents

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Bob Simmons
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • January 6, 2016
People to watch in 2016: Bob Simmons

As the chairman of the Longboat Key Foundation, Bob Simmons has helped pave the way for a new medical facility on the Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
About 20 girls and women of all ages participate in Michelle Kovalick's Creekwood Boot Camp.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 27, 2011
Workout Routine

Creekwood resident and mother Michelle Kovalick started her own boot camp and personal training business in March 2010.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • June 29, 2016
Longboat Key: Your Calendar

Check out upcoming events in Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
File photo. By Pam Eubanks.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • September 7, 2016
Longboat Key: Your Calendar

Check out upcoming events in Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Josh Groban's latest album "Stages" features performances of his favorite modern musical theater classics.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • September 14, 2015
Josh Groban to perform at the Van Wezel Foundation's Gala

The acclaimed tenor-baritone will perform at the Van Wezel Foundation's annual gala event on February 28 as a part of his "Stages" tour.

  • Arts + Culture
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