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"A Dangerous Method" explores the relationship between Carl Jung (Michael Fassbender) and Sigmund Freud (Viggo Mortensen). Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • February 1, 2012
Film Review: 'A Dangerous Method'

When David Cronenberg directs, audiences can expect elements of bizarre behavior.

  • Arts + Culture
Texas Roadhouse restaurant will occupy one of the five stand-alone buildings at River Club Plaza on State Road 70.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • March 20, 2013
River Club Plaza takes shape

Texas Roadhouse is the latest business to sign on to the project off State Road 70.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • May 3, 2016
Henry Rodriguez to rebrand Stickney Point motel

The prolific developer aims to remodel the 21-unit Elephant Ear Suites into the Siesta Inn & Suites.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Out-of-door students and staff wear bell bottoms, head bands and John Lennon's signature sunglasses to stay on theme with the 1960s music.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 3, 2024
Out-of-Door Academy raises money for Manasota BUDS

The orchestra played a 1960s-themed concert at Woodland Community Church in East County on Feb. 2.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Memorial Hospital recently released its 2024 Community Update.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 9, 2024
Sarasota Memorial Hospital set to ride out Hurricane Milton

Facilities are self-sufficient and ready for Hurricane Milton, SMH CEO David Verinder says.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • February 26, 2015
County administrator boasts 2014 accomplishments

Manatee County Administrator Ed Hunzeker discussed a range of local government accomplishments in his Annual Report to County Commissioners Feb. 24.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • October 22, 2009
Miss Florida visit kicks off Southside jog-a-thon

Southside Elementary School students looked up to Miss Florida - not only because she towered over them but also because of her passion for encouraging kindness wherever she goes.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Guests of the 2019 Taste of Downtown mingle on the main stage of the Sarasota Opera House.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 23, 2020
Taste of Downtown goes digital for 2020

Annual event benefits Sarasota Opera's Youth Opera.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Fritz Wolfmarans raced to make a cross-court forehand against Ilija Bozoljac last year at the Sarasota Open qualifying round. (File photo)
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 11, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: Sarasota Open

The seventh annual Sarasota Open begins tomorrow at the Longboat Key Club's Tennis Gardens.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 24, 2013
Our View: Entrepreneurial spirit's alive

Here in Sarasota, Siesta Key specifically, we have proof yet again that, despite all efforts by our governments to squelch free enterprise, Americans still possess an unrelenting entrepreneurial spirit.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Read the best of this summer's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 9, 2011
WELCOME BACK: The best of Cops Corner

Longboat Key police had some interesting cases to deal with, read the best of them!

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • December 10, 2017
Critic's holiday film picks

A look at our favorite movies coming out this holiday season.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 26, 2012
Fish Fry to net good old time

Be prepared to take the bait and get hooked on Longboat's annual fish fry.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 16, 2018
For Love of Polo

Couple buys Sarasota Polo Club to ensure equestrian sports survive.

  • LWR Life
Each year, Patricia Christmas buys her family Christmas pajamas and T-shirts. Clockwise from bottom left are Elijah, Jermaine, Patricia, Tremaine and Genesys.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 19, 2018
Christmas all the time for Bradenton family

This family knows had to spread Christmas joy.

  • East County
  • News
Junior Samantha Rees looks over a map. Rees ended the season ranked No. 1 in the state for the female green team, which is the advanced team. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 18, 2022
LRHS's JROTC orienteering team sees success at state championship

Lakewood Ranch High School junior Samantha Rees ranked No. 1 in the state in orienteering.

  • East County
  • Schools
Jaynie Peterson, Tony Pinho, Brady Jo Trombetta and Madison Chuchla all teach dance classes at Fly Dance Fitness in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • January 20, 2026
Dance fitness studio opens new Lakewood Ranch location

The business offers a variety of dance and fitness classes while aiming to be a judgement-free space.

  • East County
  • Business
Courtesy photo
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 3, 2011
Suspect's arrest relieves Lakewood residents

George Hand has been arrested in connection with an armed home invasion July 26 in Edgewater. Hand also is the key suspect in a similar incident.

  • East County
  • News
Florida lawmakers need to be aware of long-term pension strategy
  • By Zachary Christensen, Adrian Moore, Steven Vu |
  • November 12, 2025
Florida lawmakers need to be aware of long-term pension strategy

The state pension fund is still in a deficit and policymakers should avoid financial risks.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Rodger Skidmore
  • By Rodger Skidmore |
  • July 18, 2013
MY VIEW: 'Depiction' is key before placement of statue

The raising of the flag on Iwo Jima means different things to different people - usually based on different sets of "facts" - so real knowledge of history is important.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
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