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Gerri Chaffee hosts Por Nuestros Niños.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • June 11, 2020
Spanish radio station hopes to educate Sarasota families on distance learning

The radio show Por Nuestros Niños is a Spanish language show about issues associated with distance learning and education.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mote hopes to move its aquarium operation from City Island to Nathan Benderson Park. The organization also would expand its research efforts at the City Island campus.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 20, 2018
County offers support for aquarium plans

Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium officials hope to secure a firm commitment from the county as they pursue a project at Nathan Benderson Park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Sarasota Kennel Club’s on-site racing operations shut down this year. Now, two different contract purchasers are putting together plans for redeveloping the Old Bradenton Road site.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 1, 2019
Redevelopment awaits Sarasota dog track site

The Sarasota Kennel Club could soon be replaced by a residential-focused project, though the prospective owner is open to community input.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sue Ann Iannello and her husband, Frank, carry out one of her paintings from J&J Gallery, which closed.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 22, 2019
Main Street's J&J Gallery closes in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch's only art gallery couldn't survive with its unique business model.

  • East County
  • News
Jerry and Carolyn Pujol have been an inspiration to those who see their fitness regimen.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 12, 2018
Lakewood Ranch couple still on amazing run

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

  • East County
  • News
As president of the Lakewood Ranch Garden Club, Greenbrook’s Lori Walker can be found sharing her ideas on-site with fellow club members.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • October 13, 2017
Lakewood Ranch's best clubs

Block Party and Club Day returns to Main Street at Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
The Players’ Anthony Spall rehearses for his role as Ichabod Crane.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 25, 2017
Sleepy Hollow gives Lakewood Ranch a chance to connect with theater

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

  • East County
  • News
Worden Farm owners Chris and Evan Worden, who have doctoral degrees in horticulture, are excited to partner with Schroeder-Manatee Ranch for the new CSA program developed by LWR Communities' Monaca Onstad. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 19, 2017
Community Supported Agriculture program now available in Lakewood Ranch

Organization looks to bring farm-to-table connection for East County residents.

  • East County
  • News
The exterior of the home at 5762 Carriage Drive is pristine—even the lawn has been kept up. Inside, however, fell into ruin.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • July 22, 2015
Nightmare on Carriage Drive

A Mote Ranch house is undergoing an extreme home makeover.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam, right,  speaks with Don Goudy, of Veritas! Pest Management, who attended a presentation by Putnam Sept. 27, at the Polo Grill and Bar.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 5, 2016
Bug continues to squeeze citrus industry

Mixon Fruit Farms begins to diversify with bamboo as citrus industry fails.

  • East County
  • News
The Sarasota National Art Festival, which benefits the Rotary Club of Sarasota, moved to a new location this year: Hillview Street.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 14, 2016
Street closure rules remain open to question

A March art festival in Southside Village that came as a surprise to many merchants is drawing more attention to the city’s oft-discussed event regulations.

  • Sarasota
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Although Madelyn Spoll does not have an abundance of plants in her home, she enjoys the look of gardens and artwork portraying it.
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • March 11, 2015
Q&A: Madelyn Spoll

Read our candid Q&A with Garden Club President Madelyn Spoll

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • August 1, 2013
American icon could still call Sarasota home

Plans to bring the Iwo Jima monument to Southwest Florida have new life thanks to a pair of area businesses.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • August 1, 2013
American icon could still call Sarasota home

Plans to bring the Iwo Jima monument to Southwest Florida have new life thanks to a pair of area businesses.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 25, 2014
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
The Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key awarded 25 scholarships totaling $42,500 in August.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 16, 2013
Gourmet Lawn Party is ticket to education

The Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key uses the money raised at the event for scholarships and local children's charities.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Book ’em Danno Boy is served with a free ride home.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 1, 2026
APRIL FOOL: Longboater mixes drinks, distinct cultures at his soon-to-open bar

Newcomer from Scotland says his mash-up makes perfect sense.

  • April Fools
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 13, 2010
Cops Corner

Jan. 1 Lord of the dance 12:20 a.m. -- 1600 block of GMD. Disturbance. Police responded to a report of a man refusing to leave a New Year's Eve party at a restaurant. Upon arrival, police calmed down a man and got him medical attention after he revealed he was punched by at least two men for dancing with someone's else's girlfriend at the party. Said the man: 'You know us Irishmen, when we like to dance, we're gonna dance, and if we want to fight, we're gonna fight.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Booker High lineman Jordan Radkey (55) and safety Jason Thomas (16) are expected to be big contributors to the Tornadoes defense in 2024.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 14, 2024
Booker High football gets talent injection for 2024 season

The Tornadoes have lofty goals in year three under Head Coach Scottie Littles.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Emory Conetta is particularly proud of the Robert Colescott gallery space.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • September 14, 2021
Sarasota native returns as museum curator

Sarasota native Emory Conetta has returned to her hometown to be Sarasota Art Museum's assistant curator.

  • Sarasota
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