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Lucas Caragiulo won the 800-meter race at the district championship. Photo courtesy Jay Roper.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 25, 2019
Riverview junior runner changes focus, sees big improvement

Riverview High junior runner Lucas Caragiulo changes focus, sees big improvement.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Some Indian Beach/Sapphire Shores residents think dogs shouldn'   t be allowed off-leash in a neighborhood park.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 25, 2017
City untangles park leash law issues

Following feedback from concerned citizens, the city is taking more time to consider whether dogs should be allowed off leash in neighborhood parks.

  • Sarasota
  • News
This pictures shows the intersection of University Parkway and Interstate 75 in December 2015. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 16, 2017
Vehicles to drive diverging diamond traffic pattern this weekend

FDOT officials say the new traffic pattern for University Parkway at Interstate 75 is almost coming.

  • East County
  • News
Ron Sivits and Brian Lichterman present preliminary plans to neighbors at a workshop.
  • By Jack Short |
  • January 28, 2016
Siesta owner seeks three-home subdivision

The owner of a small parcel on south Siesta Key hopes to trade extra density for increased project oversight.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • May 26, 2010
Acute accompanist

Sarasota Ballet pianist Zara Baroyan knows every dancer's steps and missteps.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 19, 2018
Siesta Key man arrested on firearms charge

Deputies say he fired 10-15 rounds inside a Siesta Key home. No one was injured.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The site of the tree lighting.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 26, 2019
Tree lighting kicks off season at Longboat's Town Center this week

Town is gearing up for first event, then four concert series events in 2020.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Photo courtesy of Mote
  • By Katie Johns |
  • June 7, 2017
Farewell, Ms. Marker!

Mote released the subadult loggerhead sea turtle off Lido Beach on June 5.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • September 19, 2021
Home in the Landings sells for $1.6 million

The home at 4808 Peregrine Point Circle West was the real estate sale for the week of Sept. 6-10 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Nokomis and Osprey.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
The New Yorker called Matthew Graybil a " “exceptional young artist.” Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 7, 2018
Musicians Matthew Graybil and Rhiannon Banerdt keep classical music accessible

The Chopin Project concert duo, pianist Matthew Graybil and violinist Rhiannon Banerdt, help listeners of all ages learn the importance of classical music.

  • Arts + Culture
The camp starts July 10 at 9 a.m. at Premier Sports Campus, and runs through July 14. There are both half-day ($85) and full-day ($150) options available. The cost includes a free camp T-shirt.Â
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 6, 2017
Premier Sports Campus soccer camp spots remain open

The camp starts July 10.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • October 22, 2020
Longboat Island Chapel resumes garden lunches

Outdoor lunches provide a safer way for friends to gather during the pandemic.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
On Aug. 10, the larger of the two Whitney cottages was moved to its new location, a 0.44 acre plot at 521 Broadway St. The smaller cottage followed on Tuesday.
  • By John McGuire |
  • August 16, 2017
Longboat Key arts center cottages find a new home

Fundraising continues to transform two buildings into a permanent base for Longboat Key Historical Society.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Shane Donglasan |
  • May 7, 2018
Corvettes on the Circle revs up St. Armands

Corvette owners showed off their rides at St. Armands Circle for the 22nd annual Corvettes on the Circle

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 8, 2020
A taste of Greek culture in Sarasota

36th annual festival in Sarasota showcases Greek culture, cuisine.

  • East County
  • News
Isabella Fogelman (top left) Finn Powell (top right) and Hannah Kite used some facial props.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • July 29, 2020
Campers make movies at Sarasota Film Camp

The online camp has children putting together films from the comfort of their homes.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Karson Ligon.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 4, 2021
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: 03.04.21

Sarasota Athlete of the Week: 03.04.21

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 2, 2013
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Dan and Pam Wood, owners of the new Dickey's Barbecue Pit location, stand in their new restaurant  with their two daughters, Lauren and Kaitlyn. The restaurant will open Thursday, Oct. 20.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • October 19, 2016
Dickey's Barbecue Pit opens in Bradenton

Specials highlight chain's first month of service.

  • East County
  • News
Zack Rumbaugh of Lakewood Ranch gives son Brandt some pointers on his batting stance on one of the baseball fields in Lakewood Ranch Park. Citizens say more baseball and softball fields are needed around Manatee County.
  • By Scott Lockwood |
  • November 19, 2021
Plan shows athletic facilities, trails and indoor space needed in Manatee County parks

The Manatee County Parks Master Plan gives a blueprint to the future of parks and recreational spaces in Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
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