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"Love" (Evan Stevens) coaches "Everybody" (Sidney Story) in Asolo Conservatory's production. (Photo by Frank Atura)
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 22, 2021
Here comes 'Everybody'

'Everybody' reimagines the classic medieval morality play in the FSU/Asolo Acting Conservatory’s latest production.

  • Arts + Culture
Bambi Bowman Huisveld completed the OWS Triple Crown on June 14 with her Catalina Channel swim.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 29, 2022
Sarasota swimmer completes Open Water Swimming Triple Crown

Bambi Bowman Huisveld swam across the Catalina Channel in nine hours and 41 minutes on June 14 to complete the Triple Crown.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Bobby Jones Golf Club has been closed since March 2020 as the city prepared to renovate the course. Now, construction may be delayed as the city fields offers from private groups interested in running the facility.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 2, 2021
City keeps options open for Bobby Jones renovation

Although some officials were concerned about ceding control and delaying construction, the board will attempt to find private companies interested in operating the municipal golf course and funding improvements.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Paul Amato, Trevor Kelliher and Greg Kelliher, all of Lakewood National, are hoping All Friends Network can make a difference in the lives of those who have developmental disabilities.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 24, 2021
Lakewood Ranch man with cerebral palsy makes All Friends Network a reality

All Friends Network gives those with cerebral palsy, autism and developmental disabilities a place to build relationships.

  • East County
  • Opinion
The commission identified its 2013-14 legislative priorities during a meeting at Town Hall.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 13, 2013
Longboat presents legislative priorities

The Longboat Key Town Commission identified 12 priorities that will be discussed at a Sarasota County meeting next week.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Gabriel Hament writes that STOP'  s positions on growth don'  t stand up to scrutiny.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 10, 2017
Gabriel Hament: City elections akin to a House of Cards

The hypocrisy of public input abounds.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 7, 2010
Briefs

Property values to drop 9.44%; All Angels requests placement on wayfinding sign; fire union elects new vice president

  • Longboat Key
  • News
University Park Recreation District Supervisor Michael Smith outlines details of the settlement to a crowd of more than 100 people Aug. 28.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 28, 2019
University Park Recreation District signs settlement agreement

Richard Garrett says he feels homeowners are adequately protected and he will dismiss his case against the UPRD.

  • East County
  • News
Rams senior Lauriel "Scoota" Trotman rushed for 114 yards and a touchdown against Lehigh High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 22, 2022
Riverview football still has plenty at stake

After a 31-28 win over Lehigh High on Sept. 16, Riverview has a chance to make noise in 2022, even after a slow start.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
SCAD survivor Tracee Murphy in her home with her dog, George.
  • By Shane Donglasan |
  • April 19, 2018
When in doubt, advocate for your health

A rare diagnosis sends Tracee Murphy searching for answers to SCAD at an out-of-state clinic.

  • Health
Interim Longboat Key Police Chief George Turner began his tenure at 5 p.m. ET Friday, April 30.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • April 30, 2021
Former captain begins tenure as interim police chief

Turner previously served the Longboat Key Police Department from December 2001 through October 2007.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 6, 2020
Cops Corner: Sarasota 8.6.20

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • In Memoriam |
  • April 9, 2021
William Hayward Klingbeil

William Hayward Klingbeil, 99, a long time resident of Longboat Key, passed away peacefully at home in Mount Dora, Florida on March 31, 2021.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Riders enjoy a flight on the Yo Yo ride at the Manatee County Fair.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 31, 2022
The can't-miss events in East Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch in 2023

Save the date for the more than a dozen signature events lined up for East County in 2023.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • August 2, 2021
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Is someone poisoning raccoons?

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
On multiple occasions this year, residents of The Mark and representatives for Gator Club have clashed over their stances on appropriate dynamics for the city’s downtown core.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 30, 2021
City rejects Gator Club street closure request

When the downtown bar sought approval to expand its operations outdoors, residents pushed back, and the city attorney raised questions about the legality of the application.

  • Sarasota
  • News
(Photo courtesy of the Chicago Zoological Society's Sarasota Dolphin Research Program, taken under the National Marine Fisheries Service Scientific Research Permit #20455)
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • September 8, 2022
Dolphin study changes focus from patterns to conservation

The Sarasota Dolphin Research Program was started in 1970 and tracks about 170 dolphins around Sarasota Bay.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 3, 2022
Longboat Key weather page photo: February 3

Joanne Hummert captured the glistening reflection of the Gulf of Mexico on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • November 2, 2022
Beachfront home on Longboat tops sales at $11.5 million

A beachfront home on Gulf of Mexico Drive tops the week's sales at $11 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 3, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Sean Kirsche

The Out-of-Door Academy football team's senior kicker Sean Kirshe hit a 27-yard field goal in overtime to propel the Thunder to a 40-37 come-from-behind victory over Class 2A-District 6 rival Evangelical Christian Sept. 28.

  • East County
  • Sports
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