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Traffic will be rerouted near St. Armands Circle during a construction project in October.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 30, 2010
Crosswalk renovation to begin on St. Armands

Construction will take place between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. except on Friday and Saturday nights.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
"My New Year's resolution is to do whatever we can to help bring this community together toward a common view of our future," said Larry Thompson, president of Ringling College of Art and Design.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • January 5, 2012
Delve into 12: Larry Thompson

It's a Friday morning and Larry Thompson is between meetings. The president of Ringling College of Art and Design has much on his mind in terms of the college's projects and collaborations for 2012 and can't seem to spit it out fast enough.

  • Sarasota
  • News
John Cannon Homes plans to construct this model estate home, known as The Caaren. Courtesy
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 31, 2012
Rosedale expansion takes shape

Rosedale Links soon will be open to prospective new homebuyers.

  • East County
  • News
The Publix location on Market Street was the first to open in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 22, 2020
Plan suggests Publix expansion in Lakewood Ranch

Plan suggests Publix expansion in Lakewood Ranch

  • East County
  • News
A real estate brokerage firm has classified two neighborhoods in the city of Sarasota as highly walkable.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • September 21, 2016
Sarasota neighborhoods rank high in walkability

Real estate brokerage firm Refin has ranked Main Street and the Rosemary District among the top 10 walkable neighborhoods in Florida

  • Sarasota
  • News
Winners Cathy and Larry Duguay recently celebrated Cathy’s 60th birthday by traveling to Greece and Turkey with their family. They took a moment to catch up with the East County Observer in Istanbul before the Blue Mosque’s nightly light show.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 9, 2016
It's Read Everywhere brings Observer around the world

Observer readers didn't forget to pack an Observer paper when jet setting around the world.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 29, 2015
WHAT'S HAPPENING | Week of Oct. 29

Check out a rundown of this week's news.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Alex Mahadevan will write a weekly editorial called, "Municipal Focus," espousing a Sarasota young professional's view of politics.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • October 15, 2013
MUNICIPAL FOCUS - A weekly commentary: Commissioners stifle restaurant plans while public-works projects thrive

The city of Sarasota is improving the lure of downtown with a $1.8 million improvement project, while three commissioners stand in the way of real change.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Erin Silk was officially named president and CEO on June 15.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 15, 2023
EDC of Sarasota County names new president and CEO

Erin Silk has been promoted by the Economic Development Corp. board to replace Lisa Krouse, who is retiring.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Owen Peacock, 9 and Ellie Rodgers, 9, make hot dog buns.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 10, 2024
Kids work together to create tasty dishes at Young Chefs Academy

The company focuses on teaching kids the "joy and value" of cooking.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Hermitage Artist Retreat hires new development director
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 12, 2025
Hermitage Artist Retreat hires new development director

Melanie Vadzemnieks previously held the same role at Erie Art Museum in Pennsylvania.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 2, 2010
Community Golf Scores 02.23.10 to 02.28.10

East County golfers post amazing numbers on area courses.

  • East County
  • Sports
Brian Speight.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 11, 2017
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: 05.11.17

Sarasota Athlete of the Week: 05.11.17

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Miami special teams Coach Marwan Maalouf and Stone Springman throw up "The U" hand gesture on Springman's visit to the school.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 20, 2023
Riverview High kicker commits to Miami after arduous senior season

Stone Springman fought through a broken back to earn a spot with the Hurricanes.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • A time to celebrate |
  • May 20, 2021
Happy 80th Birthday Hal !

Happy 80th Birthday Hal !

  • East County
  • Celebrations
Joane Block, Betty O'Connor and Linda Birdy
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 15, 2011
GALLERY: My Fair Lady Afternoon Tea

Donning their Sunday best and wide-brim hats, 120 ladies from Stoneybrook gathered March 12 at the Stoneybrook Golf Club for the Helping Hands club's "My Fair Lady" Afternoon Tea. The event raised funds for Hope Family Services.

  • East County
  • News
Dick Beitel with Buddy, 3, Babe Hart with Diamond, 8, and Suzie Lee with Cooper, 4
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • October 23, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: 2nd annual Halloween Doggie Parade at Stoneybrook

Some of Stoneybrook's favorite canines put on their best costumes and paraded around the outside of the country club Monday, Oct. 22, during the 2nd annual Halloween Doggie Parade at Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club in Palmer Ranch.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 13, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Brides Against Breastcancer ’80s Wedding Crasher Party

PHOTO GALLERY: Brides Against Breastcancer ’80s Wedding Crasher Party

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • May 1, 2015
Selby Gardens' 35th Annual Juried Photography Exhibition

The botanical gardens present the awarded series of nature photography by local photographer.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • February 27, 2014
Hair raising

NUOVO Salon at The Landings held its annual Cut-A-Thon Sunday.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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