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Cornelia Matson
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • February 12, 2014
Social Studies: Cornelia Matson

Cornelia Matson, the philanthropist with an elegant southern drawl, opens up about the important milestones in her life and her insatiable passion for home remodeling.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 7, 2009
Three businesses to open in San Marco Plaza

Pedigree Lily Pet Spa and Boutique, Underseas Paradise, and Larry G. Harness with Edward Jones Investments all will open in the Lakewood Ranch shopping plaza in the coming months.

  • East County
  • News
For more information, check www.yourobserver.com and pick up a copy of Thursday's Jan. 26
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 20, 2012
BREAKING NEWS: Lewis accepts contract as interim city manager

The Sarasota City Commission unanimously approved hiring Terry Lewis as its interim city manager at a special commission meeting this morning. Lewis' last day as the Interim Sarasota County Sarasota Administrator is today.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Sarasota County Commission and the Longboat Key Town Commission will come together for a joint meeting at 1:30 p.m. Oct. 26 at the Sarasota County Administration Center, 1660 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota.
  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • October 21, 2016
Sarasota, Longboat Key set joint commission meeting

Seven key Longboat Key issues will be discussed.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • March 11, 2014
Distant relatives of Mable Ringling visit The Ringling

This week, four great nieces and nephews of Mable Ringling are in town from New Mexico to visit The Ringling and Sarasota. Mable Burton Ringling was one of five daughters and never had any children. One of her sisters was Dulcy Burton Schueler.

  • Arts + Culture
Manatee County issued a statement Thursday that many wells in the Myakka City area have shown contamination from the floodwaters.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 13, 2022
Tests show many private wells in Myakka test positive for contamination

Manatee County will provide potable water to Myakka area residents until water is safe.

  • East County
  • News
The Lilly Pulitzer High Tea & Champagne Fashion Show models gather for a group photo after the fashion show finale Sunday, Jan. 18.
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • January 20, 2015
Hot Flash - What's Trending: Lilly's Latest

The Wildly Chic delivery from the #Resort365 collection has arrived at Lilly Pulitzer, so get ready to indulge in the latest and greatest colors and patterns Lilly has to offer.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Ear, Nose & Throat Associates of Manatee |
  • July 24, 2025
“Sinus Pain, Allergies, and Nasal Issues Aren’t “Just Part of Life.”

Sinus issues and chronic congestion don’t have to be your “normal.” Dr. Ben Kelley at ENT Associates of Manatee offers personalized, in-office solutions that help patients breathe easier and feel better every day.

  • Health
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Kimberlain Zenon-Richardson will be the new principal at Braden River Middle School.
  • By Andrew Atkins |
  • May 29, 2019
Back to her teaching roots

New Braden River Middle principal previously was a teacher and assistant principal at the school.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 10, 2015
New resident slithers into Country Creek

At 10 a.m. June 4, Lee Waters wasn’t expecting to make a poisonous new friend.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
FDOT repeatedly removes the osprey nest above New Pass Bridge for safety reasons.
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • March 30, 2016
The disappearing osprey nest

FDOT repeatedly removes the osprey nest above New Pass Bridge for safety reasons.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 3, 2010
Business Observer 03.04.10

Lakewood Ranch-based homebuilder Neal Communities has closed 47 contracts since the beginning of the year -- including four for more than $1 million -- the company reported this week.

  • East County
  • News
Graduation becomes official.
  • By James Peter |
  • May 31, 2023
Longboat Key graduates take the next step in their education

Accomplished students are headed to Auburn University, Loyola University Chicago and Inspiration Academy.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
CareerEdge offers a no-cost HVAC technician training program.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 24, 2025
CareerEdge Funders Collaborative releases 2024 impact report

The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce initiative added $1.3 million to the two-county economy, according to the 2024 report.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 27, 2012
Obituary: Catherine L. 'Kay' Ronson

Catherine L. "Kay" Ronson, 78, of Longboat Key and New York City, died March 26.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 19, 2014
News Briefs

FDOT will perform GMD pedestrian count; Helmsley Sandcastle sells for $27.4 million

  • Longboat Key
  • News
José Andrés speaks with Michael Klauber.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • March 15, 2023
Chef José Andrés headlines latest RCLA Town Hall event

Chef José Andrés headlined the latest RCLA Town Hall Lecture Series event on March 13.

  • Black Tie
  • By Michael Eng |
  • December 24, 2011
TOP STORY, MARCH: Premier Sports Complex

In March, Schroeder-Manatee Ranch announced the name of its newest amenity as Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
Contractor Johnson Bros. Corp. will have the bridge ready for an Aug. 26 across it, but the bridge won't open to vehicular traffic until Sept. 23, after it finishes grooving the road, striping it and installing other safety measur
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 23, 2017
New span generates excitement

Fort Hamer Bridge nears its opening day.

  • East County
  • News
The Buddy Holly Story is playing at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall for one night only. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • October 19, 2022
The best things to do around Sarasota for Oct. 20-26

A new season begins for Sarasota Ballet and Jazz Club of Sarasota, and there's plenty of drama and music to take in around town.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
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