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  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • September 24, 2020
COVID-19 Spectrum: Harry Sayer

Harry Sayer says the worst part about COVID-19 isn't the bodily pain, it's the uncertainty it brings.

  • Health
Children and families gather to peruse books after a science program July 20 at the Braden River Library. A upcoming library expansion will create more space for children and youth.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 26, 2017
Library project not yet an open book

Long-desired Lakewood Ranch library heads toward fruition.

  • East County
  • News
George Lewis started painting in 2003 after taking an adult education class in Oregon.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • November 11, 2015
Local Rotary member shows his colors

George Lewis, aka the “Water Man” donates and raffles his artwork to raise money for Rotary projects.

  • East County
  • News
Tricia Ledezma, Steve Weinshel and Ruthy  Hyatt were the top three winners of the cook-off.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • February 24, 2016
East County cook batters the competition

Chabad of Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch hosts its second Kosher Cook-Off.

  • East County
  • News
Kelly Felthous and Ben Davis in Asolo Rep's production of "South Pacific." Photo by Cliff Roles.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 16, 2014
THEATER REVIEW: 'South Pacific'

Marty Fugate reviews Asolo Rep's 'South Pacific.'

  • Arts + Culture
Ann Alvis is the new instructor at the Longboat Key Bayfront Park Recreation Center. Photo courtesy of Brooks Peters
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • January 20, 2015
AEROBIC GRANDMA: New instructor headlines fitness class news

The annual schedule of fitness classes on Longboat Key reveals exciting new options alongside long-established favorites.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Former Riverview High wide receiver Rod Miller trains athletes of all levels and skill sets through his company, GLC Athletics.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 17, 2013
Under the radar

Riverview High alum and ODA conditioning and strength coach Rod Miller founded GLC Athletics in 2008, as a way to help area athletes hone their athletic abilities.

  • East County
  • Sports
Photos by Josh Siegel Paula Carmassi, left, and her family stayed with neighbor, mother and fellow nurse, Kim Gennocro, right, in the first few days after a Dec. 30 fire made the Carmassi home unlivable.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • January 15, 2014
Family recovers after losing home

The Carmassis will rent another home while theirs is repaired from fire damage.

  • East County
  • News
Club Leaf & Bean in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • April 29, 2024
Cigar club on Longboat Key is now open for its inaugural members

Club Leaf & Bean co-owners Mark Zini and Matt Kaltenberger are close to reaching their max for membership for the new members-only social cigar lounge on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
Longboat police evict man camping near Beer Can Island
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • July 30, 2024
Longboat police evict man camping near Beer Can Island

While on patrol, officers find a man violating the prohibition against camping on Longboat Key. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
SunCoast Blood Centers Technician Ryan Milner and Parrish resident Daniel Wansten stand outside the mobile concierge unit. Milner and Wansten made an appointment to do it again the next day after Wansten's pulse came in over 100.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • May 19, 2021
Blood donations needed in Lakewood Ranch, beyond

SunCoast Blood Centers needs donations as demand for blood rises

  • East County
  • News
While focusing largely on emergency medical needs, fire engines' were also inspected.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 18, 2022
Longboat Key Fire-Rescue aces surprise inspection

Normal timeline for state's pop-in visits thrown off by COVID-19 protocols.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Iuliia Danilovets addresses the crowd at the Ukraine seminar at Selby Public Library.
  • By Blake Fussell |
  • March 17, 2022
Ukrainians explain how Sarasota can help in Thursday seminar

A Ukrainian aid discussion took place Thursday at Selby Public Library.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch members Judy Berlow and Susan Courter hold jugs of water to symbolize what it would be like to carry a bucket of water the same distance mothers and children walk to access water. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 19, 2022
Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch to host virtual Walk for Water

Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch continues its annual Walk for Water fundraiser as a virtual event.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 9, 2011
Oh the places we'll go, 'It's Read Everywhere' wraps up

The Observer newspapers have been on vacation. Although we continue to provide weekly neighborhood news to our readers through the Longboat, Sarasota and East County Observers, we have had a busy year traveling all around the world.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • December 8, 2011
Teams begin training for half marathon

More than 4,000 people are expected to participate in the seventh annual First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon and Relay March 11, 2012.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Carreño Dance Festival founder Robert de Warren
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • January 5, 2011
Art Scene & Heard

Carreño Dance Fest kicks off on the right foot; The stiletto secret behind our SEASON shoot; Another year, another Perlman Music Program residency; and Hot Tickets.

  • Arts + Culture
Camille Johnson gets ready to hit the ball at the Longboat Key Club and Resort's Summer Sports Camp and Junior Tennis Camp last summer.
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • May 18, 2011
Key camps heat up for summer

Longboat Key organizations are gearing up for an active summer on the Key with a variety of kids camps.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Championship players include: Hannah Ott, Madison Taylor, Kasey Brandt, Alana DeLaGarza, Emma Bourdeau, Kayleigh Roundy, Hailey Hirter, Courtney Stout, Riley O’Neill, Allison Van Hatten and Jessica Wagner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 9, 2013
SIDELINES

Lady Pirates go 2-1 in holiday tournament; Falkner Farms wins tournament championship; LRLL spring registration upcoming; Miss Manatee Softball announces registration dates for spring season

  • East County
  • Sports
Ken Hughes
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 24, 2012
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Demand for homes continues to rise; Realty company puts focus on health-care industry; Lennar Homes rings in $5M-plus in two months; Candice McElyea joins SNN Local News station

  • East County
  • News
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