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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 22, 2011
Judge hears petition for writ of certiorari in Key Club challenge

IPOC and the L'Ambiance and Sanctuary condominium associations argued that the commission violated town codes when it approved the Longboat Key Club's plan.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
"The sign unveiling is exciting because we know the next phase is for our new field to become a reality," said Bob Mitchell, president of The Miracle League of Manasota.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 19, 2011
News Briefs 01.20.11

The Miracle League of Manasota celebrated a special sign unveiling Jan. 10 at Longwood Park to demonstrate the organization is one step closer to building a new synthetically surfaced baseball field for adults and children with disabilities.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 21, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day: Sarasota

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the Sarasota Observer archives.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Sarasota city commissioners will review a trespass code and several downtown projects today at City Hall, 1565 First St., Sarasota.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 21, 2012
City commission reviews trespass policy tonight

The Sarasota City Commission will review proposed changes to a city code that establishes a process for the issuance of trespass warnings on public property at tonight's regular meeting at City Hall.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • February 5, 2014
Technology exec's success has grown organically

Getting friendly with competitors is anathema to many executives. But one well-traveled decision maker has found a way to turn business rivalries into advantages.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
"Laughing Matters" writers Rebecca Hopkins, Jim Prosser, Sarah Durham, and Kevin Allen. (Courtesy Photo: FST)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • April 23, 2022
FST looks to find the universal laugh

The hard work of penning a musical sketch comedy show takes longer than you might imagine.

  • Arts + Culture
The news comes eight days after a sell-out production of "Let's Hang On," a tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons March 1.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • March 11, 2013
The Golden Apple's doors close in second eviction within a year

The Golden Apple's new partners were locked out by the landlord

  • Arts + Culture
Greenbrook twins Alora and Logan Alt dress as Tinker Bell and Zarina from "The Pirate Fairy" for BooFest. File photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 20, 2021
BooFest returns this year at the Market at Lakewood Ranch

Scaled-down BooFest will be a daytime event hosted by the Farmers Market.

  • East County
  • News
Central Park's Skyler Vargas will graduate from Florida Gulf Coast University at 18 years old after finishing high school at 16 years old.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 4, 2022
Lakewood Ranch student graduates college at 18

Central Park's Skyler Vargas is way ahead of the curve as she graduates college at 18.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The home at 6211 Gulf of Mexico Drive has five bedrooms, five baths, a pool and 4,980 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • February 22, 2022
Sleepy Lagoon home sells for more than $10 million

A Sleepy Lagoon home was the top sale at more than $10 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Russell Matthes, co-owner of the Daiquiri Deck and president of the Siesta Key Village Association, has told his members on numerous occasions about his efforts to make sure his managers do not let the music go above the maximum 75-decibel level.
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • November 17, 2011
Officer working on noise complaints

With new deputies and new restaurant managers working in the Village, uncertainty over noise regulations has resulted in more resident complaints in recent weeks.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 23, 2011
Manatee Glens hosts suicide prevention walk

Manatee Glens will host the 9th Annual 5K Walk for Life event Sept. 24.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • March 29, 2019
Teachers with guns

The thought of teachers carrying concealed firearms triggers passions against guns, but when you look at the details of Senate Bill 7030, it presents sensible safeguards. Data also convincingly show guns deter criminals.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Venice High teacher Mary Dembinski and her students work to plan a supply drive.
  • By Samantha Chaney |
  • March 28, 2019
Recruitment, retainment struggles in Sarasota County Schools reflect nationwide teacher shortage

Sarasota County offers warm weather, sunny beaches and the second-highest average salary for Florida teachers. Even so, the district — like many others — struggles with open positions, recruiting and retention efforts.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 14, 2018
10 things Longboaters missed while they were away

Welcome back! A lot has been happening while you were up north (but not all of it smells bad).

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 29, 2015
Cops Corner: Longboat Key 4.30.2015

Cops Corner: Longboat Key 4.30.2015

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
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
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • February 12, 2020
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Feb. 13

A look at our favorite events taking place this week

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 8, 2010
Saputos welcome granddaughter

Col. John and Denise Saputo welcome granddaughter Charlotte May Mackie.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 9, 2013
Town wants to revive the Hilton's application

A consultant has been hired to see if it's possible to distribute additional tourism units to the Longboat Key Hilton.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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