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  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 16, 2019
Cardinal Mooney volleyball captures 3A title

The Cougars were on the brink of defeat. Then, they dug deep.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • February 15, 2013
Weekend's Best Bet: FST Improv

In case you haven't had the chance to see FST Improv, the show is one that will have you crying - from laughter.

  • Arts + Culture
Malachi Wideman set the basketball world on fire with two electric dunks. File photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 9, 2018
Riverview basketball player sets social media on fire — and impresses LeBron James

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Dr. Avantika Mishra says individuals without gluten allergies or sensitivities should not avoid it.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 24, 2019
Debunking the gluten-free mantra: Is gluten-free better?

Debunking the gluten-free mantra: Is gluten-free better?

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 19, 2013
Just the stats

The week in sports by the numbers.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Brooks Larson.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 18, 2017
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 05.18.17

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 05.18.17

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Richie James. Photo courtesy Brent Beerends, MT Athletic Communications.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 20, 2017
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 07.20.17

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 07.20.17

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Photo by Rachel S. O’Hara
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 29, 2012
Neighbors: Nadja Bernitt

Nadja Bernitt's volunteer community policing helped to inspire her first, published mystery novel.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Mackenzie Yaryura, winner of the Healthy Teen Coalition
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • April 18, 2012
HIGHLIGHTS: Student filmmakers premiere their works

The Hollywood Nights Student Cinema Showcase featured the filmmakers of tomorrow April 15, at Regal Hollywood 20, in a premiere of 11 films written and produced by area teenagers.

  • Arts + Culture
Hayden Shroyer stretches to make a catch at first base.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 20, 2019
All-Star baseball tournaments bring out the 'fun' in fundamentals

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 26, 2012
News Briefs

Performance review time for town manager; Financial abuse workshop offered; Publix update

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 26, 2011
Temple Emanu-El hosts fall festival

Members of Temple Emanu-El enjoyed special Wild West-themed family time Oct. 15 as the temple's preschool hosted a fall festival fundraiser.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The tax on public utilities would be new for residents in unincorporated areas of the county, and raise almost $11 million a year after fiscal year 2018.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • August 21, 2017
County Commission considering tax on public utilities

Although commissioners set out to rebuild the county's reserves, a reluctance to raise taxes is making it hard to add money to the economic uncertainty funds.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Although the entrance to Bird Key is already watched by private security and cameras 24 hours a day, the community’s homeowners association is interested in exploring other ways of targeting criminal activity.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 26, 2015
Bird Key residents guard against criminal activity

After the city turned away a request to add a gate at the entrance of Bird Key, how can residents address lingering concerns about crime while complying with existing regulations?

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 7, 2010
Buchanan lobbies for open meetings on health reform

Congressman Vern Buchanan has formally asked President Barack Obama to ensure final meetings on health-care reform are open to the public's viewing.

  • East County
  • News
The selected garage design uses marine life to remind people which floor they parked on.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 20, 2017
Committee endorses State Street garage art

The Public Art Committee picked a local artist’s marine-themed wayfinding system as its favored concept to put in the State Street parking garage.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 29, 2010
Primrose kids carol on Main

Private kindergarten students from Primrose School at Lakewood Ranch Town Center brought the holidays to Lakewood Ranch Main Street merchants during their caroling trip Dec. 15.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Brad Jeffers is the new general manager at the Grande Clubhouse.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 28, 2019
New general manager brings his 'Simple' tasks to the Grande Clubhouse in Lakewood Ranch

Longtime hospitality industry executive Brad Jeffers takes over at the Grande Clubhouse in the Lake Club at Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Business
Building Official Wayne Thorne said there are 782 items that “meet the conditions of being dangerous structures" at the Colony.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 11, 2013
Commission grants Colony extension

A public hearing will be held March 4 to assess Colony buildings and whether or not they are public nuisances.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
La Musica Artistic Director (and violinist) Bruno Giuranna — Courtesy photo
  • By Su Byron |
  • March 27, 2019
La Musica International Chamber Festival invites locals to join the conversation

La Musica International Chamber Festival asks audiences to jump into a musical discussion where new voices are always welcome.

  • Arts + Culture
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