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FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training student DeAnna Wright played the role of the priest and chorus leader in “Oedipus" in fall 2017. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • March 20, 2018
Asolo Rep and the FSU/Asolo Conservatory announce 2018-19 seasons

This upcoming season will feature both classics and newer pieces of theater.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 7, 2010
Planning board nomination questioned

Country Club Shores resident Bradford Saivetz's nomination to the P&Z Board last week was disputed by some because he has previously opposed the Key Club's Islandside project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Vanessa Baugh is upset by how communication over the P25 radio tower was handled.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 3, 2018
Poor communication towers over conflict

Manatee commissioners say administration has too much influence.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • October 14, 2011
Obituary: Fred Martin

Fred Martin of Sarasota and formerly of St. Joesph, Michigan and Flint, Michigan died on Oct. 11. He was 82.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 22, 2018
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, March 1

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Cassidy Claire Johnson, who turns 15 years old on June 17, enjoyed an early birthday celebration.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 16, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Woodland School's Out Party

East County students celebrated the start of summer vacation during Woodland, The Community Church's School's Out Party June 15. Students enjoyed riding down inflatable water slides while hanging out with their friends. The event was part of Woodland's Summer Night Series. Every Wednesday night throughout the summer, students will enjoy a different activity, including cooking, bowling, roller-skating, capture the flag and more.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 2, 2012
Letters to the Editor

Citizens group offers fuller explanation of efforts; Parking meters should be bagged immediately

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat Key voters approved a bond issue so the town can bury utility lines March 15.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 3, 2016
Town Commission to consider undergrounding fees

Longboat Key town commissioners today forwarded a resolution that sets up a payment plan for the neighborhood undergrounding project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 29, 2014
Unit owners seek stay in lawsuits

Colony owners are asking the 12th Judicial Circuit to put on hold the cases until a bankruptcy judge rules on a related matter.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 20, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Feb. 21

A look at our favorite arts and entertainment events taking place this week in Bradenton, Sarasota and Venice.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Tim Jaeger wants to encourage more participation in the visual arts.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • January 24, 2013
Mr. Beery's taps artists' talent

Tim Jaeger was searching for a way to boost community interest in the visual arts. As he sat at the bar and doodled on a napkin, the idea hit him.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 7, 2015
High five moments

The top five sports moments of the week.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Last year, the Manatee County School District's total revenue increased $15.50 million from 2013.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • February 9, 2015
Manatee County School Board to review 2014 financial statements

At its meeting at 5:45 p.m. Feb. 10, the Manatee County School District will discuss its financial standings, through Dec. 31, 2014.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 25, 2016
Cops Corner 05.25.16

Enjoy this week’s edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 14, 2014
Sidelines

Junior players place in all-star showcase; Local golfers tee off in FSGA championship; Miracle League seeks players; Ohio State alumni to hold tailgate party

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Mary Lou Johnson is currently working on a second photography book.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 23, 2019
Mary Lou Johnson captures lure of Longboat

The local photographer’s book, ‘The Lure of Longboat Key: Sunrise to Sunset,’ has sold more than 1,200 copies in Publix.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 9, 2016
Football League tackles financial challenge

Major League Football remains committed to starting its season in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
Bo Gilmour and Olivia Thorning Little
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • November 2, 2011
Scene & Heard

Olivia Thorning Little's star continues to rise; Asolo Rep's 'My Fair Lady' serenades the press

  • Arts + Culture
If you love barbecue food, live music and local beer, there's an event this weekend for you!
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • October 2, 2015
Sarasota Polo Club to host Beer, Bands & BBQ

Do you enjoy a good local brew,barbecue food and live music?

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 12, 2013
LECOM welcomes dental students

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine will welcome its second class of dental students today.

  • East County
  • News
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