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  • By Sen. Jeff Brandes, Florida District 24 | Guest Contributor |
  • May 18, 2022
Marketplace of Ideas: A call for courage

When Florida lawmakers convene on property insurance, they will confront the biggest economic challenge in state history. They need to change the incentives to a market of free enterprise and competition that benefits consumers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Although some businesses have complained about the event, Thunder by the Bay organizer Lucy Nicandri believes support for the festival far outweighs the opposition.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 14, 2016
Thunder by the Bay concerns linger for businesses, officials

Following the 18th annual Thunder by the Bay, some businesses and city officials say it’s time for the motorcycle event to bolt from downtown.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dr. Matt Nessetti, Dr. Doris Ramirez Nessetti, Dr. Irv Becker and Physician Assistant Anne Marie Dozier
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • March 1, 2016
Longboat Key medical center sets opening date

The Longboat Key Center for Healthy Living will open March 31, at the Centre Shops.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • April 6, 2016
Traffic Part II: Costs mount

Prospective homebuyers express doubts. Beach Bistro lost 22 Longboat patrons in one night because of traffic. The horror stories on traffic are replacing our airline stories.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 10, 2013
Our View

Caragiulo and the Romans

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Kristopher Paul has made a few versions of his Sam Wilson Captain America suit.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • January 11, 2022
Cosplayer finds a niche portraying superheroes

Longtime cosplayer Kristopher Paul walks in the Sarasota Holiday Parade as a costumed adventurer each year.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Trey Hamer, 11, works with other youth soccer players at the new indoor facility, The Fitballer.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • September 10, 2024
New Sarasota facility brings soccer training indoors

The Fitballer offers professional training for kids and adults.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 14, 2010
FC Sarasota impressive in tourney

The FC Sarasota U16 girls team is one of five teams to advance to the next round of the Florida Youth Soccer Association State Cup Tournament.

  • East County
  • Sports
Linda Stokes celebrates her husband Joe's showing in the school board election. He moves to a runoff against incumbent Scott Hopes in November.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 28, 2018
More change could be on horizon for Manatee school board

One incumbent school board member falls, another moves to runoff in Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
Braden River junior pitchers Lexie Phelps and Ali Yawn led the Braden River softball team back to the state semifinals May 6 for the first time since 2011.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 11, 2016
Pair of aces

Braden River pitchers hurl Pirates into first state semifinal since 2011.

  • East County
  • Sports
Sarasota Christian senior guard Brandon Bontrager is the only player on the boys basketball team with previous varsity experience.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 25, 2015
Last Man Standing

Sarasota Christian senior guard Brandon Bontrager is the only player remaining from last year’s Class 2A Final Four squad.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Aubrey Robbins.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 23, 2022
East County Athlete of the Week: Aubrey Robbins

The ODA sophomore midfielder leads the Thunder with 26 goals.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 28, 2022
Lakewood Ranch High softball wins second-straight Class 7A state title

The Mustangs defeated Lake Brantley High 8-2 on Saturday night in Clermont, getting revenge for two regular-season losses to the Patriots.

  • East County
  • Sports
Desmond Lindsay is one of the key players on the Thunder's young baseball team. File photo
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 4, 2012
Thunder bounce back after back-to-back losses

However, with only two losses, The Out-of-Door Academy baseball team still controls its own destiny.

  • East County
  • Sports
Jared Gracia-David performs wire walking with the Sailor Circus. Photo by Cliff Roles
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • September 30, 2019
Pine View, Sailor Circus graduate competes in global competition

Jared Gracia-David drew on his wire walking experience to create a video for the Breakthrough Junior Challenge.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Mustangs hold a banner celebrating their seventh-straight district title.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 6, 2019
Culture club: Mustangs soccer players have diverse backgrounds

The team has played as a unit ahead of its regional semifinal game Feb. 9.

  • East County
  • Sports
Sean White looks for an open receiver downfield.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 29, 2018
Riverview football reaches state semifinals for first time since 2004

The Riverview High Rams reach the state semifinals with a win against Dr. Phillips, who knocked them out of the playoffs in 2017 and 2016.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Lakewood Ranch High alumna LaDazhia Williams, here hitting a shot against Maryland, saw NCAA Tournament action with South Carolina this season. Photo courtesy South Carolina Athletics.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 10, 2019
Former Lakewood Ranch basketball star reflects on her NCAA Tournament experience

Former Lakewood Ranch girls basketball star LaDazhia Williams reflects on her NCAA Tournament experience.

  • East County
  • Sports
Jack Kelley goes over a Riverdale High defender for the turnaround bucket. Kelley finished with 24 points.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 28, 2018
Mustangs basketball program says goodbye to pivotal senior class

Lakewood Ranch suffered an early exit from the playoffs thanks to Riverdale High.

  • East County
  • Sports
Curt Bradley, pictured prior to Braden River's game against South Fort Myers, admits Venice has had the Pirates number the last two seasons.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 15, 2017
Pirates try to halt three-game losing streak against Venice

The return of a senior defensive back gives Braden River confidence.

  • East County
  • Sports
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