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The annual soccer tournament on Labor Day brings big crowds to Premier Sports Campus.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 16, 2018
Calendar fall 2018

Fall is packed with family fun and activities for kids of all ages.

  • LWR Life
The home at 931 Blue Heron Overlook has four bedrooms, five-and-two-half baths, a pool and 6,977 square feet of living area. (Photo courtesy of Steve Abbe of Coldwell Banker Realty.)
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • October 18, 2020
Home in the Oaks tops transactions at $2.65 million

Top real estate sales for the week of Oct. 5-9

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Logan Marshall-Greene in "Upgrade." Photo source: HBO.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 20, 2020
Binge Blog: Sorry, I can't let them win

"Upgrade" and "Terriers" are this week's selections.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • October 5, 2016
Your ‘fair share’

One of the presidential candidates has a mantra of vowing to make you rich people pay your ‘fair share’ (i.e. more) in taxes. But what is ‘fair?’ And who defines it?

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Lost credit card found quickly
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • February 28, 2023
Lost credit card found quickly

Before a lost property report could be filed, an individual came to the department to return the credit card. This and more Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Eateries such as Columbia Restaurant have expanded outdoor dining as COVID-19 regulations remain in place.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 28, 2020
Lido Beach reopening sparks hope for St. Armands recovery

The city is working with stores and merchants on the Circle to move more business activity outdoors.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 13, 2009
First-time buyers push home sales 8.9%

The Manatee Association of Realtors today reported a sixth consecutive month of sales gains thanks to first-time home buyers taking advantage of the most favorable conditions.

  • East County
  • News
Heidi Easton (left) and Peter Easton take their 2-year-old Dobermann, Ollie, and 5-month-old French bulldog, Casper, for walks on this sidewalk by Adventure Place. The Eastons disagree on the CDD's decision to install bollards.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • December 9, 2020
Some Greenbrook Village residents disagree on newly installed posts

Greenbrook Village installs posts to halt golf cart traffic on sidewalks

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 30, 2013
Letters to the Editor

Longboat voters are too intelligent to allow commission to continue as is; James Madison is out there! Two gentlemen fit the mold; Let's treat our Comprehensive Plan as we would a constitution

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Courtesy of Roger Pettingell  Pettingell has found that buyers are looking for open spaces and contemporary looks in their homes.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 21, 2017
Realtors notice trend shift in home buyers

Real estate tastes shift from Mediterranean styles to something more open and contemporary. Longboat Key Realtors say sellers should pay attention.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Kolter Hospitality intends to demolish the Hyatt Regency in Sarasota and rebuild it into a Thompson-branded hotel.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • February 20, 2023
Lack of convention space — again — concerns Sarasota business leaders

With the pending demolition of one major property, a go-to ballroom spot for Sarasota events is being taken off the board.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Sarasota County commissioners will also discuss approval of the amendment to the Siesta Key Overlay District to allow outdoor displays in the Village. File photo.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • October 20, 2014
County commission to discuss funding for Harvest House

After receiving a request for funding from the Harvest House of Sarasota to renovate houses for homeless families, the Sarasota County Commission will discuss allocating funding for the project.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 21, 2021
Retirees repair bikes for people in need

Sarasota resident Tom Ott leads a group of friends in repairing bicycles every week.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • February 10, 2021
A shot to give back for Manatee County healthcare workers

Meet the workers behind Manatee County COVID-19 vaccine site

  • East County
  • News
Former Braden River High running back Deshaun Fenwick signed with the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent April 27.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 6, 2021
Former Pirates running back making most of opportunities at Oregon State

Deshaun Fenwick sparks Oregon State's football team to impressive wins.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 9, 2020
Observer delivery delayed

Due to Hurricane Eta, this week’s print editions of the East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key Observers will be delayed.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Bryan Balak, George Fischer and C.O. "Ollie" Kyte
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 20, 2010
ELECTION 2010: GreyHawk Landing CDD Seat 1

In the weeks leading up to the general election, which will be held Tuesday, Nov. 2, The East County Observer will profile contested races pertinent to East County residents. Meet the contestants for GreyHawk Landing CDD Seat 1.

  • East County
  • News
The Van Wezel Foundation has named Julie Schwartz director of development.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 10, 2022
Van Wezel Foundation brings new director of development from Carnegie Hall

Julie Schwartz brings to the Van Wezel Foundation two decades of experience with renowned cultural organizations, including the renowned New York City venue.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Deb Herbert stands in front of a oil painting she did at MJ Ranch in Myakka City.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 19, 2020
Former Sarasota County Schools fine arts teacher excels in equine themed art

Former Sarasota County Schools fine arts teacher excels in equine themed art.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
A 2021 survey showed an 18% decline in seagrass in Sarasota Bay. Seagrass affects more than 75% of marine life. File photo
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • January 13, 2022
Environmental concerns continue for Sarasota Bay, expert says

Tomasko discussed the health of Sarasota Bay, what local leaders should consider in 2022 and the effects of losing about 2,000 acres of seagrass.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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