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Karen Fors and Ginnie Dreher
  • By Dora Walters |
  • November 5, 2010
Christ Church members catch up

There was a warm welcome for all as members of Christ Church Presbyterian of Longboat Key gathered at The Shores on Friday, Nov. 5, for an informal evening. Organized by Sue Wertman, members enjoyed a potluck buffet and exchanged news of summer happenings.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ezra Wheeler soars on the swings.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • August 6, 2015
Campers read through summer at Camp Gan

The Gan summer camp Temple Sinai spends the month focused on children's authors.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
The Lakewood Ranch Silver Stars Dance Team
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 26, 2011
Silver Stars host fundraiser

The Lakewood Ranch High School Silver Stars Dance Team will hold a rummage sale and flea market fundraiser Saturday.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The downtown CRA was used to fund projects like the First Street Whole Foods complex.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 7, 2017
City, county set for CRA showdown

Local governments have been unable to settle a dispute over the downtown Community Redevelopment Area. Now, the two sides could be headed for a lawsuit.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The county hopes to fill a perceived gap in mangrove enforcement created by a court opinion.
  • By Jack Short |
  • September 10, 2015
County mangrove enforcement takes root

The county seeks to branch out its mangrove enforcement capabilities after a court ruling uproots its authority.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Judy Felts
  • By Dora Walters |
  • January 26, 2011
Seaplace hosts worldly night of fun

Seaplace condominium mixed Italian pizza with a dash of Irish music and created a fun evening for all. Ninety-plus Seaplace residents gathered at sunset Jan. 26 in the clubhouse for an informal pizza party that featured music by the Irish duo Patsy and Magella.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 16, 2013
Turtle nests continue to hatch

Turtles wrapped up nesting last month, but it's still nesting season through Oct. 31.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 13, 2012
Bradenton man missing

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is looking for Christopher Babauta, 28.

  • East County
  • News
Octavia Spencer stars in "Fruitvale Station." Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • July 28, 2013
FILM REVIEW: 'Fruitvale Station'

The new film, 'Fruitvale Station,' traces the last 24 hours of Oscar Julius Grant III's life.

  • Arts + Culture
Sarasota County Commission District 2 write-in candidate, Steve McAllister, attended the Sarasota County Council of Neighborhood Association meeting Monday, Oct. 13.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • October 24, 2014
McAllister withdraws from County Commission race

Write-in candidate for District 2, Steve McAllister, decided to drop from the race to focus on filmmaking and to give support to opponent Alexandra Coe.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • September 16, 2015
Cops Corner: East County 9.17.15

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Ray Rajewski is running for the District 3 seat of the Longboat Key Town Commission.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 24, 2012
Rajewski gets early start on fundraising

The District 3 challenger raised $800 in December, according to campaign reports.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Town Clerk’s office is located at Longboat Key Town Hall, 501 Bay Isles Road.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 17, 2014
Town seeks volunteers for police pension board

The Town Clerk's office is located at Longboat Key Town Hall, 501 Bay Isles Road.

  • Longboat Key
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Dr. Robert G. Marbut told Sarasota County business and political leaders this morning the homelessness problem is complex — but isn't complicated.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 18, 2013
July 18: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: City stands behind red-light cameras; expert explores Sarasota County homelessness; Preliminary city millage rate rises; PLATO sets sights on $70,000 new theater

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Piero Rivolta
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • April 11, 2012
Scene & Heard

Rivolta tackles metaphysics in new novel; Five Points Collective closes its doors; Clothesline re-opens, airs new art downtown

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 4, 2009
Volz named Pirates head coach

Braden River High School officially named Ed Volz as its new head football coach June 4.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Popcorn Bob |
  • October 12, 2012
Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

Enjoy this week's movie reviews by Popcorn Bob.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 30, 2009
Calling all graduates!

Every year, The Longboat Observer publishes a special graduation story that features our Key's high school and college graduates.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 23, 2009
Law firm adds new team member

Najmy Thompson P.L. recently hired Elizabeth C. Pennewill as an associate.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 16, 2013
Culinary roots

Trevor Kunk is the chef de cuisine at Blue Hill in New York City's Greenwich Village, which the James Beard Foundation just named "most outstanding restaurant."

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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