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  • By Katie Johns |
  • September 24, 2016
Manasota B.U.D.S book club sets sail

The book club spent the afternoon talking about the sailing-themed books they read and learning some basics of sailing.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The house of worship already has six classrooms which will be used for the school pending approval.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • February 12, 2016
Possible Islamic school raises traffic concerns

Some residents worry how a school would affect Lockwood Ridge Road.

  • East County
  • News
Aranibar says her priority is to get the board to set a stronger set of policies and procedures for itself that are transparent and easy to follow.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • November 20, 2013
Aranibar elected school board chair

The Manatee County School Board voted 4-1 to make Julie Aranibar, the district 5 representative, chairwoman.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • September 18, 2013
Fast N Fresh temporarily closes its doors

The Cooper's Creek flagship location is closed until February so it can undergo a long-planned renovation.

  • East County
  • News
Commissioners Reggie Bellamy, County Administrator Scott Hopes and Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge listen to Commissioner Vanessa Baugh's comments. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • September 24, 2022
Manatee County declares state of emergency for Tropical Storm Ian

The County Commission rapidly chose to convene for an emergency vote Saturday afternoon.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 18, 2010
Wedding officiant hits milestone

Nancy Johnson Taussig has been marrying people off for 25 years. The owner of Barefoot Weddings officiated her 1,000th ceremony Sunday, Feb. 28, at Siesta Key Beach.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Voters will be able to choose from six candidates for school board seats Aug. 23 (File photo)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 11, 2022
Sarasota County School Board candidates hope to keep focus on education

The candidates say they plan to gain parent trust and decrease political discussion among the board.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 7, 2012
News Briefs

Cellular tower materials submitted to PZ&B; Town's early voting begins Saturday; Anonymous donor helps a good claws;Code Enforcement meeting canceled

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 15, 2022
Local athletes clean up at FHSAA track and field championships

Gold, silver and bronze medals were all brought home from the championships, which were held May 11-14 in Gainesville.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 14, 2019
Water Club celebrates new clubhouse

Residents gathered for the holiday season in the newly redecorated center.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 17, 2014
Sidelines

SLL Junior All-Stars win championship; Junior golfers tee off in Summer Series

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch High, which acted as a shelter during Hurricane Irma, will be open to students again on Sept. 18.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 11, 2017
Manatee County public schools off until Monday, Sept. 18

Schools, which acted as shelters, need to be cleaned, have storm debris removed.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Adrian Moore |
  • July 6, 2021
Attempt to silence social media clearly unconstitutional

Legislation to control social media flies in the face of Gov. Desantis' and the GOP's free-market values.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Katherine N. and Divya M. jump together.
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • February 21, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: ODA Grandfriends Day

The Out of Door Academy held its annual Grandfriends Day Friday, Feb. 21. Students spent the day with their loved ones in the classroom before they showed off their jump roping skills in Jump for Heart.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Tara CDD Field Manager Jim Kaluk and Tara CDD Supervisor Beth Bond look at landscaping at the entrance to Tara Preserve, off Tara Preserve Lane and Tara Boulevard. Photo by Pam Eubanks
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 13, 2015
Tara CDD crossing in sunshine

As the Tara CDD considers improvements to community landscaping, it's forced to open and close meetings during a 12-point walking/vehicle tour of the community.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • March 8, 2017
Jewish Film Festival highlights the Jewish experience

The 2017 Sarasota Jewish Film Festival opens March 12.

  • Arts + Culture
Ron and Sofia Genta chat for a few minutes on a picnic table after breakfast.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • September 23, 2010
Students showcase dad at breakfast

Pine View students proudly showed off their dads at a special breakfast.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 14, 2016
Speed test

Riverview sophomore Aliyah Cunningham gains speed as she races toward the finish line.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 12, 2022
Harbour Circle neighborhood hosts luau event

Despite the rain, the residents had a tropical evening.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Photo by Ed Midler
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • November 8, 2015
This Week in Sarasota: Monday, Nov. 9

A look at our favorite events this week

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