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ROADSIDE READING. The Millers — Kelly, Jeanne, Jim and Christopher — get ready for a downhill mountain biking run at Whistler Mountain Bike Park in British Columbia, Canada.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 10, 2014
It's Read Everywhere

Headed on a great vacation? Make sure to take your Observer along! Visit YourObserver.com/itsreadeverywhere to submit your entries. One winner will receive two travel certificates, good for travel from SRQ Airport.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The property owners of 597 Buttonwood Drive hope to convert it from an office-institutional property to a residential use for two homes that would face Buttonwood Drive.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • July 13, 2021
Longboat Key voters to decide on Buttonwood referendum

The residential density measure is set to appear on the Nov. 2 ballot.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
 Photo by Dylan Jon Wade Cox
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • July 29, 2019
Urbanite Theatre's 'Scorch' proves gender isn't a simple equation

The theater company's latest production is an edgy exploration of identity.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Mora Jordan, an animal care specialist at the Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch, works with Susan Giroux, the vice president of the nonprofit's board of directors, to take care of the animals, such as Princess, a pointer mix.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 28, 2021
Paws(itive) effort in Lakewood Ranch

Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch hosts Divas and Dogs fashion show fundraiser.

  • East County
  • News
Co-Chairwomen Donna Koffman and Tammy Karp with two adoptable puppies.
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • March 1, 2019
Animal lovers raise a paw to Humane Society of Sarasota County

Paws on the Catwalk was hosted March 1 at Art Ovation Hotel.

  • Black Tie
  • By Child Protection Center |
  • November 18, 2021
Your Gift of Healing Will be Doubled

Join the fight against child abuse.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sponsored Content
Michelle Bridges is the new owner of Fantasy Flowers at 8111 Lakewood Main Street, Suite 101.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 7, 2018
Business blooms in Lakewood Ranch

New owner's dreams planted in Fantasy Flowers in Main Street at Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Business
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • October 24, 2013
Siesta Key revisits outdoor display ban

A Siesta Key ban on outdoor merchandise displays is under review, continuing a debate ignited by a crackdown on Siesta zoning codes launched earlier this year.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 28, 2021
East County weather page photo: October 28

Marty Franssen captured this whistling duck carrying an eggshell in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Dave Sparks on his home court.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • February 22, 2021
Longtime Longboat Key tennis pro heads off to another court

Dave Sparks is moving on from Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Stacy Spann discusses effective tools for providing affordable housing during a March 15 meeting at the Community Foundation of Sarasota County.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 22, 2018
Sarasota Housing Authority talks affordability

The Sarasota Housing Authority hopes an outside expert can spark a more serious community conversation about affordable housing.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Senior Madison Facciolla talks to volunteer George Kruse about possible insurance options.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 6, 2019
Lakewood Ranch High School students learn financial realities

Lakewood Ranch High School seniors get a glimpse into life as an adult through Big Bank Theory program

  • East County
  • News
Code Enforcement Officer John Lally, left, will be replaced by Susan Stahley, right.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • May 5, 2015
Sarasota County Code Enforcement Officer John Lally to retire from Siesta Key

Lally served on Siesta Key for 13 years.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch businessman Evan Guido is close to closing on the purchase of the base of the clock tower in San Marco Plaza.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 28, 2018
Lakewood Ranch clock tower getting new owner

Entrepreneur buys the base of the San Marco Plaza clock tower.

  • East County
  • News
Built in 1972, the home at 1207 N. Lake Shore Drive has five bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 5,043 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • July 2, 2020
Oyster Bay Estates home sells for $1.95 million

Residential real estate transactions for June 22 -26.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Design Works Design Staff |
  • April 12, 2021
How Much Bling is too Much Bling…for a Laundry Room?

How Much Bling is too Much Bling…for a Laundry Room?

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Sponsored Content
Participants stretch before the 2019 walk.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 24, 2022
Walk to End Summer Hunger returns to Sarasota after two-year hiatus

A major All Faiths Food Bank fundraiser returns to Nathan Benderson Park.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
MCAT requires riders to make their trip reservations by 5 p.m. the day before. Photo provided by Manatee County.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • December 2, 2021
Longboat Key, Manatee leaders discuss island transit solutions

SCAT has offered its on-demand service since June. MCAT requires riders to make their trip reservations by 5 p.m. the day before.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • October 28, 2015
Longboat Key plans for smooth 60th birthday

Longboat Key celebrate its 60th anniversary on Nov. 14.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The cast previously toured with Chicago-based theater company The Hypocrites. Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • August 28, 2018
'Gilbert and Sullivan Unplugged' puts 21st-century spin on duo’s greatest hits

The latest Florida Studio Theatre cabaret show, "Gilbert and Sullivan Unplugged," strips classic Gilbert and Sullivan songs of context — a simple idea that's simply brilliant.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
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