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Longboat Key Human Resources Manager Lisa Silvertooth has worked to create a new merit-based incentive increase program for Longboat Key general employees in the last year.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 29, 2015
Town wagers on merit pay

Not all Longboat Key general employees are due to make the same wage increase. A new system doles out cash based on performance in the past fiscal year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 9, 2021
9.11 Remembered: Local events planned

Organizations across Sarasota and Manatee counties hold events to remember 9/11 on its 20th anniversary.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
2,977 flags were set up on the front lawn of Riverview High on Wednesday morning.
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • September 11, 2019
Students pay homage to Sept. 11 victims

In observance of Patriot Day, Riverview High School's Young Americans for Freedom Club honors the 2,977 who died on Sept. 11, 2001.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
This mongoose lemur was born in May at the Lemur Conservation Foundation in Myakka City.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 16, 2022
Myakka 'safety net' provides hope for lemurs

The Lemur Conservation Foundation needs donations to help keep lemurs from going extinct. But don't feel slighted if they don't invite you in. Humans have been the enemy for the past 2,000 years.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Josylyn Chapman, 12,  completes math homework at her GreyHawk Landing home. She likely will be redistricted to attend the North River High School when it opens.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 17, 2018
Manatee School District prepares to move attendance lines

East County residents voice concerns about new Parrish high school.

  • East County
  • News
Sally Wingert and Allen Fitzpatrick act in Asolo Rep's production of "Sweeney Todd." Photo by Cliff Roles
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • May 21, 2019
Asolo Repertory Theatre's 'Sweeney Todd' boasts killer costume design

A great deal of thought went into Alice Louise Frederickson's 'Sweeney Todd' costumes.

  • Arts + Culture
Mollie Nelson and Pam Swain with a few of the 1,000 cranes they turned to gold for the Jan. 24 Corinthian Gala. Photo by Peter Acker.
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • January 27, 2015
Black Tie & Tales

The bird women; Talk about timing; Babies in bold; and Tidbits.

  • Arts + Culture
Shaun P. Merriman will lead the Van Wezel Foundation toward a new vision for the Sarasota Bayfront
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • September 2, 2015
People with Purpose: Shaun P. Merriman

Once chasing adrenaline as a professional water skier at Sea World, Merriman is now looking for ways to take the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall to greater heights.

  • Black Tie
Jack Wilson, 80, has served on Longboat Key's code enforcement board for two years, he says.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • November 15, 2017
Former teddy bear mogul runs for Longboat's At-Large seat

Jack Wilson, 80, hopes to bring international business experience to the Longboat Town Commission.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Harmer will finish his service of the town on Feb. 6.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • December 30, 2022
Town Manager Tom Harmer reflects on his tenure

Harmer's final day with the town is Feb. 6.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
As a principal dancer with the Royal Ballet, Margaret Barbieri got to meet Sir Frederick Ashton, and got some notes from the celebrated choreographer for her role on "Les Rendezvous." Courtesy photo
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • January 22, 2020
Sarasota Ballet's 'Les Rendezvous' can trace its steps to 1933 original production

In 1970s, Margaret Barbieri met Sir Frederick Ashton, got tips from original lead dancer

  • Arts + Culture
ETHEL musicians Corin Lee, Kip Jones, Dorothy Lawson and Ralph Farris
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 17, 2018
Ethel says come one, come all

The touring string quartet tells the story of circus heros through music.

  • Arts + Culture
President Amy Sankes, Speaker Laura Schroff and Chairwoman Cheryl Burstein
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • February 27, 2019
Junior League of Sarasota Sustainers spend the afternoon with Laura Schroff

The annual Legacy Luncheon was hosted Feb. 27 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
Brooke Martin receives the Dr. Elinor Crawford Girl Scout College Scholarship and the Lyndi Cyphers Memorial College Scholarship. File photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • August 5, 2020
Longtime East County Girl Scouts honored

Three Lakewood Ranch High School graduates receive Girl Scouts scholarships for their commitment.

  • East County
  • News
Olga Coronas will perform aerial silks and lyra routines while suspended high above the orchestra while they play. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • May 2, 2018
'Classical Music Celebration' concert puts music in motion

This limited-engagement performance combines acclaimed international musicians and an aerialist for a diverse night of entertainment.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Paul Mento, MD |
  • April 26, 2018
Tennis or Golfer’s Elbow: It’s Not What You Might Think

Many people will come to our Sarasota Orthopedic Associates sports clinic with complaints of pain on either side of their elbow which has been present for months and is aggravated by gripping things or shaking hands.

  • Health
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Lakewood Ranch's Melodie Marchena and her husband, Sanddy Marchena, are excited to make an impact on children as the new owners of Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch. Photo by Liz Ramos.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 3, 2022
Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch undergoes new ownership

Lakewood Ranch's Melodie and Sanddy Marchena are ready to make impact at Kiddie Academy.

  • East County
  • Schools
The former Best Western on South Tamiami Trail is currently under a Baymont Inn & Suites flag.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • May 12, 2016
Sheraton hotel planned for Sarasota

A five-story Four Points by Sheraton is slated to replace the former Best Western on South Tamiami Trail.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Joe Stokes
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 6, 2018
Manatee County School Board District 4: Joe Stokes

Joe Stokes is a retired educator and school district official.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Lisa Nisenson |
  • February 21, 2013
How to handle Wal-Mart

How to handle Wal-Mart

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
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