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  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • November 10, 2015
Democrats welcome U.S. Rep. James Clyburn

U.S. Rep. James Clyburn, D-South Carolina, assistant Democratic leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, spoke at Longboat Key Democratic Club’s Nov. 10 meeting.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the world come to the Thunder by the Bay event each year. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 4, 2016
Thunder by the Bay organizers want the event to stay downtown

They are waiting to hear what future restrictions the city of Sarasota may place on the event.

  • East County
  • News
Doug Logan's previous experience included time as commissioner of Major League Soccer.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 12, 2016
City homelessness director leaves position

Citing concerns about open records requirements, the city will part ways with homelessness director Doug Logan at the end of the month.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 20, 2015
The resurgence of s/ART/q

The resurgence of s/ART/q

  • Arts + Culture
  • A time to celebrate |
  • March 25, 2015
Just Married: Hayley Wielgus and Max Winitz

Hayley Wielgus and Max Winitz were married March 7, at Sarasota Yacht Club.

  • Sarasota
  • Celebrations
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • April 5, 2015
Film Review 'Wild Tales'

Ironies, coincidences and bad behavior collide in the explosive new film, "Wild Tales."

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • April 7, 2015
Siesta Market to close May 31

Chris Brown and Mike Granthon purchased the property in November.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 29, 2015
Water park proposal gets wave of support

The Lost Lagoon water park concept slides into negotiations at the recommendation of a four-person committee of county staff.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 6, 2015
Wider LWR Ranch Boulevard in gear

SMR hopes construction of the Lakewood Ranch Boulevard and Lorraine Road extensions can begin in early 2016.

  • East County
  • News
U.S. Bankruptcy Judge K. Rodney May entered his anticipated sanctions order against Colony Lender LLC and Unicorp National Development Inc. this week.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 15, 2015
Judge May issues sanctions

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge K. Rodney May entered his sanctions order against Colony Lender LLC and Unicorp National Development Inc. this week.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Over a thousand people celebrated the coming of the winter season at least year's "Greet the Light" party. Photo by Cliff Roles.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • December 17, 2014
The Ringling rings in the winter season

The "Greet the Light" celebration takes place 7 to 11 p.m. Dec. 20 and is a bright light against the dwindling daylight caused by the winter solstice.

  • Arts + Culture
Motorists struggle to get out of each other's way at Cooper Creek Boulevard and Tourist Center Drive. Google Maps
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 18, 2014
Traffic stacking proves problematic for drivers

Benderson Development seeks a roundabout solution.

  • East County
  • News
Photos by Robin Hartill
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 20, 2015
Anatomy of a groin

Two sand-saving structures on the north end of the Key are on track for completion by May - if the weather cooperates.

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  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 24, 2014
News Briefs

Attorney general OKs arming officers at schools; Manatee County School Board welcomes new leaders; Animal Services offers Black Saturday adoptions

  • East County
  • News
As part of her plans for growth, Rominiecki said Selby Gardens could offer a museum-like experience to draw repeat customers.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 14, 2014
Selby Gardens hires new CEO

Jennifer Rominiecki will bring 15 years of experience with the New York Botanical Garden to Sarasota, as she steps in as the new CEO of the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Construction crews are working on the mall's concourse area. Shops will line both sides of the two-level building.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 7, 2013
Mall at University Town Center construction on schedule

Developers say they have a 'strong lineup of national tenants' slated for the project.

  • East County
  • News
Dezso Ferenczy worked on placing hurricane shutters over the doors to The Market, which closed Tuesday, May 27, 2008. File photo.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 22, 2013
Lore: Market closed five years ago at Whitney Beach

Since the gourmet grocery store closed, businesses have flooded out of the north Key shopping center.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Jacob Amontree spruced up the landscaping near the entrance to Siesta Key Chapel for his Eagle Scout community service project.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 6, 2013
Riverview junior soars toward Eagle Scout rank

Seventeen-year-old Jacob Amontree recently completed his community service project at Siesta Key Chapel. The project puts him one step closer to obtaining Eagle Scout status.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Kylie Birch and Sierra Parsons both love history. The girls hope to attend a leadership conference in July, in Washington, D.C.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 12, 2013
Student leaders head to Capitol

East County's Kylie Birch and Sierra Parsons hope to attend a leadership conference in D.C.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
There was a 6-foot, long-toothed swimmer gliding through the Gulf, according to the July 8, 1982, issue of the Longboat Observer.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 2, 2013
Longboat Lore: Flies bugged residents on Fourth of July

A buzzing, rapidly multiplying fleet of flies pestered Longboat Key throughout the Fourth of July weekend in 2005. The flies swarmed Freedom Fest and also bugged guests at the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort's Fourth of July celebration.

  • Longboat Key
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