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Ezra Keim, 5, enjoys his day off at the playspace. "I've been sliding for five years and I'm really good at it," he says. "This slide is the best."
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • January 21, 2014
Photo of the Day: Children enjoy the David F. Bolger Playspace

The Ringling Museum's newest addition, the David F. Bolger Playspace, invites families to climb, jump, slide and play. The playspace was designed by the Architecture Playground Equipment (APE) of New York and Richter Spielgeräte GmbH of Germany. Families are welcome to join in on the fun for free.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Florida Rep. Ray Pilon with his wife, Casey
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • June 5, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Tiger Bay Club monthly luncheon

The Tiger Bay Club held its monthly luncheon Thursday, June 5, at Michael's On East. The luncheon included an annual legislative update with a panel of Florida government officials including Sen. Nancy Detert, Florida Rep. Ray Pilon and Florida Rep. Jim Boyd. After the discussion, members were invited to participate in a Q and A.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 13, 2017
Dreams come true at East County camp

Campers go 'Hollywood' at Dream Oaks Camp.

  • East County
  • News
President and CEO Elizabeth Melendez-Fisher with host Elizabeth Moore
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • June 10, 2018
Selah Freedom thanks top donors

An Evening of Gratitude was hosted June 10 at Elizabeth Moore's home.

  • Black Tie
Alyssa Bradford signed with Young Harris College on Nov. 13.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 20, 2019
Prose and Kohn: Mustang's signing story one of self-belief

The senior didn't play lacrosse two years ago. Now, she's a college-level player.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • September 9, 2020
Once again, I-4 is the key

Winning Florida’s electoral votes has been determined along Florida’s I-4 corridor. In this year’s election, the rise of independents and Pinellas and Seminole counties will be linchpins to victory.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 28, 2012
News Briefs

Vision Plan now available on town's website; Town looks into changing stoplight timing; Longboat firefighters to hold open house

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Kevin McDowell, a Hodgkin's Lymphoma survivor, won the men's elite division of the 2021 Sarasota-Bradenton Triathlon in 49:15.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 17, 2021
Elite dedication on display at Benderson Park

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • East County
  • Sports
Dancers kept the audience captivated throughout their performance.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 14, 2012
Braden River High School showcases student talent

Braden River High School's Academy of Arts and Communications Technology hosted its fourth annual Art & Film Festival March 9.

  • East County
  • Schools
Saraiah Walkes.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 9, 2017
East County High 5 Moments: 08.09.17

East County High 5 Moments: 08.09.17

  • East County
  • Sports
East Manatee Fire Rescue District most recently opened a new station on Covenant Way in Lakewood Ranch. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 25, 2020
Manatee County commissioners approve proposed fire merger

East Manatee, Myakka District merger takes next step in its merger.

  • East County
  • News
Ricardo Graziano leads members from the company through a move from "En las Calles de Murcia."
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • October 16, 2019
Ballet devotes season opener to resident choreographer

To celebrate its resident choreographer’s 10-year anniversary, the Sarasota Ballet opens its season with a retrospective of his work.

  • Arts + Culture
Mooney Coach Rico Antonio and sophomore guard Olivia Davis hug after the win.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 18, 2021
Cardinal Mooney girls basketball survives and advances

The Cougars are one win from the Final Four despite missing a star player.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • In Memoriam |
  • February 27, 2020
Dorothy Barichak, RN

On Thursday, February 20, 2020 the world said goodbye to one of its finest caregivers, Dorothy M. Barichak, RN.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
  • By Robin Roy |
  • June 28, 2010
Strip-club rules to be changed

A flaw in the county's definition of some adult businesses was being interpreted to mean the county now was allowing fully nude employees at those establishments.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Volunteer Rebekah Boudrie shows off Toby, a poodle mix up for adoption, at the new location. A main house will be used for administration and other needs, while a separate building will house kennels.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 10, 2018
New dog, and cat, house for Lakewood Ranch animal rescue

Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch finds new home in Myakka City.

  • East County
  • News
Dan and Victoria Van Dine collectively lost 80 pounds at a concept similar to their X30 Fit Bootcamp studio. They believe group fitness and working with a personal trainer helps produce the best results.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 20, 2019
X marks the healthy spot

X30 Fit Bootcamp opens in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The cast has been working on their characters for 10 weeks. Photos by Harriet Sokmensuer
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • May 1, 2014
Murder at the Circus

Sarasota Bay Club residents found themselves in the middle of a murder investigation Friday, April 25.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The town has identified about $42.8 million in critical capital needs through fiscal year 2030.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • May 26, 2021
Going up? Longboat Key proposes rate increases to fund utility projects

The town of Longboat Key has identified about $42.8 million in critical projects it needs to fund by October 2030.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Mason Fischer.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 27, 2017
East County High 5 Moments: 09.27.17

East County High 5 Moments: 09.27.17

  • East County
  • Sports
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