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  • By Sarah Felder |
  • April 2, 2013
The Engine 2 Diet challenge with Whole Foods Market Sarasota: final results

The Engine 2 Diet challenge with Whole Foods Market Sarasota: final results

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 4, 2012
News Briefs

Teen convicted, sentenced for tourists' murders; Fernandez says goodbye after 16 years; Umbrella House, Plymouth Harbor make AIA list

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Developer Jim Bridges described the architecture of “The Queue,” which could break ground as early as March, as urban modern, with lots of glass and an open look.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • November 15, 2012
Modern townhomes proposed for downtown

The project requires a Planning Board and City Commission vote to move forward.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 19, 2011
Our View: Fatal flaws of public schools

Last week provided great political-media entertainment in our little part of Florida. It also brought to light - again - the fatal flaws of public education.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Devin Mignery stands on the field during Cardinal Mooney football's pregame warm-ups. The senior quarterback is headed to Stanford next fall, but has yet to start in 2025.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • September 24, 2025
Devin Mignery, amid injuries, commits to Stanford football

The Cardinal Mooney senior quarterback has pushed onward despite multiple setbacks

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • January 4, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Jan. 5

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By One Park Sarasota |
  • March 3, 2023
SPONSORED CONTENT Setting the Record Straight: Here are the facts about One Park Sarasota

To learn more about One Park Sarasota call 941-232-7035 to schedule an appointment at the Sales Gallery.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Sponsored Content
Autistic student Paul Smith, who turns 18 in July, and his sister Michelle, 16, both attend Pinnacle Academy in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 6, 2011
Autism groups embark on artistic endeavor

In recognition of April as National Autism Awareness Month, East County-based Pinnacle Academy and MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome will host Art Across the Spectrum April 10.

  • East County
  • News
  • By John Ewing |
  • March 22, 2013
Clásico: Downtown's newest spot for dinner, late-night bites and libations

Clásico: Downtown's newest spot for dinner, late-night bites and libations

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Ron Myers, left, with a handful of children from a water project community in Peru. Courtesy photo.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • October 14, 2015
Conversation with Ron Myers

The Waterlefe resident is the chairman of the Clean Water Committee for the Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch and is passionate about the mission.

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch junior forward LaDazhia Williams already has received 15 scholarship offers.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 21, 2015
Full-court pressure

Lakewood Ranch junior LaDazhia Williams has received 15 scholarship offers from top programs.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • November 28, 2013
The real-life 'snowbirds'

Sarasota County's moderate winter weather attracts a variety of migrating wildlife, which can be easily viewed thanks to the area's variety of outdoor recreation areas.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
New College wants to grow while maintaining its intimate character.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 6, 2017
Power in Numbers: New College embarks on growth plan

New College of Florida wants to boost its enrollment and its standing among the nation's top liberal arts schools. Can the school's leaders pull it off?

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Sarasota Opera is the only opera company in the world to have performed all of Verdi's operas, including "Rigoletto."
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • November 12, 2024
Sarasota Opera renews its vows to Verdi with concert program

The Sarasota Opera revives its fall concerts showcasing the prolific Italian composer.

  • Arts + Culture
Black Tie Editor Loren Mayo
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • December 5, 2012
Black Tie & Tales

Ice, ice, baby; Lean, mean snow queen; Tidbits

  • Arts + Culture
Christopher O’Riley recently hosted NPR's "From the Top," recorded at the Sarasota Opera House. Courtesy.
  • By June LeBell |
  • December 26, 2012
Music Review: NPR's 'From the Top'

We recently attended NPR's strange but fascinating "From the Top," when it was recorded live at the Sarasota Opera House.

  • Arts + Culture
Michael Jordan Courtesy photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 10, 2018
Mystifying murders inspire Longboater to write first book

Michael Jordan’s book, ‘The Company of Demons,’ is a psychological thriller with its basis in Cleveland’s notorious Torso Murders.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
SOAR participant Gianni "Julian" Torres, 24, walks on a treadmill during a one-hour fitness time at the Lakewood Ranch YMCA. He attends SOAR in Parrish and in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 28, 2018
New Lakewood Ranch YMCA program soars

Manatee YMCA offers program for adults with special needs.

  • East County
  • News
Although a state grant to renovate the interior of the Myakka City School House was denied, the community continues to search for answers.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 21, 2017
Myakka City School House passion prevails despite setback

Side of Ranch; Jay Heater

  • East County
  • News
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • March 1, 2012
Observed: Erroneous info never seems to cease its flow

A couple of weeks ago, it was the beach parking. Now, again, it's the tennis courts.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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