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  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 20, 2015
Cops Corner: East County 3.19.2015

Cops Corner: East County 3.19.2015

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • March 15, 2021
Longboat Key planning to open new fire station in May

The Longboat Observer got a behind-the-scenes look at the project’s construction site.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Some St. Armands stakeholders hope an increase in promotional spending will draw more people out to the Circle.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 6, 2020
St. Armands leaders discuss business priorities

Businesses and property owners on St. Armands Circle hope increased advertising and enhanced holiday lighting can help offset the financial effects of the ongoing pandemic.

  • Sarasota
  • News
VPA director Rebecca Abrahamson and VPA Theatre Chairman Scott Keys stand about where the lobby will be expanded to.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • August 8, 2019
Booker VPA to see $4 million renovation

School officials hope investment into the theater facility will shine a brighter light on student artists.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 19, 2014
Sidelines

River Dawgs go undefeated in tourney; ODA swings past Admiral Farragut; Pencosky pitches complete game; Mustangs notch district win; ODA baseball sweeps Mooney

  • East County
  • Sports
Even during the fall and winter, town officials recommend keeping fertilizer 10 feet from waterways.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 6, 2019
Town's rainy-season fertilizer restrictions in effect

Longboat Key's rules apply from June 1 through Sept. 30.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A preliminary rendering of the kind of hotel Floridays would build at the north end of the key.
  • By Jack Short |
  • March 9, 2016
Floridays: How 15 units could equal 120

Technically, a ‘yes’ vote would mean 15 units for the north end. But in reality, that translates to a 120-unit hotel.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Margaret Brading and Sue Ford
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 22, 2011
British Club celebrates X-Mas

The Sarasota British Club held its annual Christmas dinner party Saturday, Dec. 17, at Heritage Oaks.

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  • Neighbors
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • April 12, 2019
Supporters shine for Visible Men Academy

Shine On! was held April 12 at the Visible Men Academy campus.

  • Black Tie
David Vozzolo uses a secchi disk to test water transparency.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • April 14, 2021
Siesta testing gets under the surface

After more than 100 mini reefs have been installed, Siesta Key Association members are beginning to examine their effectiveness.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Light, breathable clothes, proper hydration and carb-rich foods can help people exercise stronger and safer during the extreme heat of a Florida summer.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • April 14, 2021
How to beat the heat while exercising this summer

From hydration to clothing, this is how you can beat the heat while exercising this summer

  • Health
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 23, 2019
Sarasota weather page photo: May 23

Sherry Packard captured this pretty bird at South Brohard Beach in Venice.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Pirates Coach Stephanie Smith, Braden River senior O'Mariah Gordon and Lakewood Ranch High boys basketball Coach Jeremy Schiller celebrate Gordon's overall 3-point contest win. Gordon made 13 shots in one minute in the finals.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 14, 2021
One final encore for Braden River's Gordon

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 24, 2020
Growth still on the rise in Lakewood Ranch area

Interesting projects flood into Manatee County for permitting.

  • East County
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The latest group of officers to go through the International Police Mountain Bike Association training.
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • January 14, 2020
Sarasota Police find mountain bikes work in city

Sarasota Police Department officers use mountain bikes to get around the city.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • January 17, 2020
Temple Beth Israel Fashion Show strikes a good note with attendees

The annual show is a huge hit with the congregation and was at Michael's on East this year.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota's police chief and her daughter caught robbery suspects on Saturday.
  • By Amanda Heisey |
  • June 10, 2013
June 10: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Sarasota Police Chief catches suspected robbers; Sarasota County budget talks continue; Weekend events recap

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Popi Ameres adds cinnamon to her mixture of noodles and meat sauce before adding other ingredients.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 3, 2021
Taste of Greece to go in east Bradenton

St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church offers traditional Greek foods at Greek Fest To Go March 5-7.

  • East County
  • News
Wellington Chase homeowners protested plans for an apartment complex on Sawyer Loop Road during an Oct. 27 Sarasota County Commission meeting.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • December 31, 2015
Palmer Ranch apartment plans advance

The Spanos Corp. has closed on the purchase of 20 acres in the planned community for $4 million.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Cameron Blanco, 15 months, thoroughly enjoyed his first gymnastics class.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 30, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

At 15 months, my son, Cameron, already has learned the art of the balance beam.

  • East County
  • Sports
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