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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 26, 2010
Larson, Rothenberg win District 1 preliminary

Newcomer Lynn Larson and Mayor Lee Rothenberg beat out Lee Pokoik in the District 1 preliminary election to move forward to the March general election.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Cindy Gold performs in Asolo Rep's production of "The Cake." Photo by Cliff Roles
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 9, 2019
Asolo Rep's 'The Cake' shows the not-so-sweet yet human side of the Bible Belt

Bekah Brunstetter’s 'The Cake' serves up a satiric slice of life in Asolo Repertory Theatre’s latest production.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Tim Jaeger, director and chief curator of galleries and exhibitions at Ringling College of Art & Design, poses next to Syd Solomon's 1982 triptych Trishades in the Lois and David Stulberg Gallery.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • November 8, 2023
A fresh look at Sarasota abstract artist Syd Solomon

Ringling College's "Fluid Impressions" is a collaboration between teacher, students and the paintings' owner.

  • Arts + Culture
"I love doing this. I love being a part of the community. I love a business challenge and marketing challenges. I love putting things together," Pam McCurdy says with a proud shrug. "I love projects!"
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • May 22, 2013
No Laughing Matter: Pam McCurdy

Pam McCurdy is the set-up to Les McCurdy's punchline -- she's the reason that McCurdy's Comedy Theatre will celebrate 25 years of laughs. The McCurdys tell the story of how they met and opened a comedy club.

  • Arts + Culture
Psyciatrist W. Nate Upshaw has brought NeuroSpa TMS to Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 4, 2020
NeuroSpa gives those with clinical depression new hope in Lakewood Ranch

NeuroSpa brings Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation to Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kathryn Parks |
  • February 25, 2014
Theater SRQ & A: Alana Opie

Theater SRQ & A: Alana Opie

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • April 27, 2017
Michael's On East celebrates 30 years

The beloved black tie hot spot is 30 years old today, so we sat down with the two men who made the establishment what it is today.

  • Black Tie
Brenda Russell, center, says development of the proposed park property, a projected called Myara, leaves little connectivity for wildlife even if built using a clustered style of development. Gary Hebert, left, and Phil St. John
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 30, 2017
Braden Woods group hopes to preserve options

Friends of Keep Woods wants to educate the public about potential park.

  • East County
  • News
Work continues on Nate's Honor Animal Rescue's expansion. The pergolas are a new resting area for visitors, volunteers and staff at the center of the property. Beyond is the welcome and adoption center that is under construction.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 16, 2022
Progress continues on Nate's Honor Animal Rescue expansion in Lakewood Ranch

Several amenities are now finished while work on pet cottages, a playground and an adoption center continues.

  • East County
  • Business
Barbara Michel is survived by her daughter, Treanne; sons, Bill and Geoffrey; sister, Jean Garrison; and five grandchildren.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 1, 2012
To Michel, everyone was guest of honor

The Longboat Key Club and Resort's longtime chef concierge, Barbara Michel, died last week after a battle with cancer. To her, guests were like family.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • January 28, 2010
Palmer Ranch settles impact-fee suit

Five years of legal wrangling over a school impact fee came to a close with the school district agreeing to return more than $370,000.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 15, 2012
'Dead' buses bound for Sarasota County

Palm Beach County plans to sell Sarasota diesel buses with at least 500,000 miles each to buffer the county's fleet.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Hayley Wielgus, Geraldine Fabrikant and Gail Devers listen to Joan Kane explain the struggles she overcame to achieve success.
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 12, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 10.13.16

Manicures, massages and female empowerment...just a few of our favorite things

  • Black Tie
Chance Sharbono.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 21, 2016
Braden River wrestler has one last chance to win state title

He finished third in the 138-pound class last season.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 17, 2015
OUR VIEW | $682 million for what?

Over 10 years, Longboat Key taxpayers have sent all that money to Manatee and Sarasota. Surely more of it can come back.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 29, 2014
Our View

Final thoughts before Nov. 4

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 17, 2014
Sidelines

Eagles win inaugural Army vs. Navy tournament; Sarasota Christian earns back-to-back wins; Sarasota grapplers win invitational; Late goal propels Thunder soccer team to a win; Longwood Athletic Club announces Men's Open

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • August 7, 2013
Destination: Historic Arcadia

Historic downtown Arcadia is a gem for antique shopping - its main draw. If you've been saving it for a rainy day, now's your time to mosey to this charming, sleepy town.

  • Arts + Culture
Andrew Dailey won the People’s Choice Award last year with his sculpture "Pirecan." File photo.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • May 2, 2013
Amateur sculptors carve their niches

The Siesta Key Amateur Sand Sculpture Contest returns for its 41st year.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 14, 2020
Republican Club of Longboat Key hosts holiday party

The club also used the occasion to swear in its new president.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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