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Man-made? Really!
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 1, 2021
APRIL FOOLS: WOKE group urges town to wake up over landmarks

Organization says Longboat names are insensitive and demands new ones.

  • April Fools
Jude Law and Cameron Diaz in "The Holiday." Photo source: Freeform.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 20, 2019
'Nog Blog: I was loved for a minute

"The Holiday" and "I, Tonya" are this week's picks.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 21, 2011
FULL STORY: Cain campaign visits East County

Herman Cain missed the first stop of his Florida bus tour because of illness, but he still spoke to attendees through audio and watched the event online.

  • East County
  • News
Fire crews from three services arrived to find The Shore ablaze at 10 p.m. Wednesday night.
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • October 25, 2018
Fire breaks out at Longboat's Shore restaurant

Shore was riginally scheduled to open last year

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 24, 2010
Town shows no love for reindeer display

The town warned The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort about a reindeer display that was decorated for Valentine's Day.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 6, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, April 7

A look at our favorite events taking place this week

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 21, 2011
Pedestrian killed off University Parkway

A pedestrian was killed around 10:25 p.m., Thursday night. Authorities are notifying next of kin and have not released victim information.

  • East County
  • News
Luca Whitaker, Lily Pierson, Jaden Haley, Sandra Elsadek and Derrian Gobourne
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 3, 2017
Lakewood Ranch Gymnastics helps five athletes achieve stardom

All five have placed high in national competitions.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • January 30, 2020
Sailor Circus showcases how science meets the circus

The Circus Arts Conservatory welcomed 2,500 elementary students to watch is Circus Science Machine.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Sarasota Housing Authority plans to break ground on the Lofts on Lemon, a 130-unit affordable apartment complex in the Rosemary District, later this month. Rendering courtesy Sarasota Housing Authority.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 7, 2021
Officials hope to build on housing progress

City and county leaders centered affordable housing as a priority in 2020. To what extent will recently established policies bear fruit this year?

  • Sarasota
  • News
Manatee County struggled to buy a 32.9-acre parcel to form Johnson Preserve until the Conservation Foundation raised $1.03 million for the effort in 2018. The county is seeking dedicated funds for similar purchases.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 21, 2020
Manatee County voters consider whether to establish fund to buy environmentally significant lands

Manatee County fund, if approved by voters, would command up to $50 million in spending to preserve lands.

  • East County
  • News
The Columbia Restaurant Group plans to build up to 16 boat slips as part of the Buccaneer Restaurant.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • May 21, 2021
P&Z Board approves development plan for Buccaneer Restaurant

The Buccaneer Restaurant is subject to the town of Longboat Key's old parking rules.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 6, 2019
Sarasota weather page photo: June 6

Paul Zeppenfeld took a shot of this shaving brush tree flower at Selby Gardens.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
In addition to sharing a preliminary concept image for a carousel in St. Armands Circle Park, the project team said the ride could be configured to reflect the area’s history and incorporate work from local artists. File image
  • By David Conway |
  • June 10, 2021
St. Armands carousel concept sparks controversy

Amid criticism from nearby residents, the group behind a proposal to place a carousel in St. Armands Circle is asking for community input before city officials weigh in.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Riverview High senior Tyler Dunigan sprints down the track at practice.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 15, 2018
Riverview High student joins the track team as a senior — and shines

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • December 12, 2018
First of two AJC Winter Lunch & Learn events welcomes author

The American Jewish Committee West Coast Florida hosted the luncheon Dec. 12 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
Katie McKenney, right, teaches her Birdies class before hitting the putting green.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 6, 2019
Merger brings renewed focus on youth golf

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
Liz Alpert, left, will serve as Sarasota's mayor for the next year. Jen Ahearn-Koch, right, is the new vice mayor.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 11, 2018
City Commission picks Alpert as mayor

At a meeting today, the Sarasota City Commission selected outgoing Vice Mayor Liz Alpert to fill the role of mayor for the next year. Commissioner Jen Ahearn-Koch will serve as vice mayor.

  • Sarasota
  • News
East County Golf Roundup: 01.04.17
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 4, 2017
East County Golf Roundup: 01.04.17

East County Golf Roundup: 01.04.17

  • East County
  • Sports
Roger Drouin — Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • December 26, 2018
The Hermitage Artist Retreat places importance on its human factor

Local author Roger Drouin opens a new chapter at area artists’ retreat.

  • Arts + Culture
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