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Cyclists ride Hidden River Trail. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 25, 2017
Lakewood Ranch road on agenda for Manatee County Commission

Whether bicyclists are allowed on Hidden River Trail remains to be determined.

  • East County
  • News
Selby President and CEO Jennifer Rominiecki addresses the audience at a community workshop at City Hall on Wednesday, Oct. 3.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 5, 2018
Selby Gardens master plan remains controversial

An updated proposal to renovate the botanical garden’s campus drew a mixed reaction from neighbors, with many concerned about the project’s effects on traffic.

  • Sarasota
  • News
In previous years, members brought their menorahs to Temple Beth Israel.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 8, 2020
Temple Beth Israel prepares for Hanukkah at home

The festival is typically a time of togetherness, but it will unfortunately be the Temple's third holiday season at home due to COVID-19.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
(Courtesy: Sarasota Ballet) Sarasota Ballet will present Sir Frederick Ashton's "lost" ballet, "Dante Sonata" as part of its "Beyond Words" series.
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • January 1, 2020
Looking ahead at Sarasota's arts and entertainment in 2020

From tried and true to totally new, or maybe it’s just new to you, this year’s entertainment options go on as far as the eye can see. Here are just a few.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • June 14, 2019
Let's Start the Show

The Observer has a new Black Tie reporter. Learn all about Harry Sayer.

  • Black Tie
Sherry Dominick (left) and B.J. Bishop (right) are sworn in as Longboat Key town commissioners on Monday, March 23, 2020, at a statutory meeting.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • March 20, 2020
Bishop, Dominick sworn in to Longboat Key Town Commission

The town of Longboat Key did its best to practice social distancing when B.J. Bishop and Sherry Dominick were sworn in on Monday morning.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Christy Bauwin takes a look at some of the wares on sale at the festival.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • January 18, 2019
Native American Festival wows crowds with traditional dances

The Sarasota Native American Indian Festival, which takes place on Jan. 18, 19 and 20, highlights the traditional culture of Native Americans.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 6, 2011
Our View: County cuts are right sizing

The Sarasota County Commission's freshly approved 2012 budget looks more like a bubble correction than Draconian cutbacks of critical services, at least when viewed through a 10-year lens.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Vern Buchanan, R-Longboat Key, explains the rising debt at a listening session held at Longboat Key Town Hall.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 20, 2013
Buchanan spends Saturday at Town Hall

The Longboat Key congressman talked jobs, his No. 1 focus, the economy and spending with Key constituents during a listening session. His No. 1 focus is jobs.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Courtesy photo
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 8, 2014
Regent wins first match of 2014

East County residents welcomed the start of the new year during the Kitchner & Pierro/iBusinessSolutions Cup Jan. 5.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 20, 2013
EASTER EVENTS

Local churches, businesses and organizations are offering a plethora of Easter-inspired activities during the next two weekends. Below, you'll find a listing of local happenings, including Easter egg hunts and special sunrise Easter services.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 18, 2019
Longboat Key Cops Corner: I'm fine . . . really

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • April 3, 2019
Kesha delivers "Godzilla" on request

My OMG days are winding down, the Black Tie App is working on updating, a local fashionista paints with color and more this week.

  • Black Tie
Otters play in the Braden River, near Jiggs Landing. Courtesy image.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 28, 2018
'Crazy' otter might have bit off too much

Florida Fish & Wildlife believe alligator attack doomed otter.

  • East County
  • News
Edna Strode gets a kiss from her two daughters, Betty Hollifield and Wilma Ellison.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • June 22, 2015
East County resident Edna Strode celebrates 100

Surrounded by four generations of her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren, Edna Strode welcomed her family to her 100th birthday.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 24, 2012
News Briefs

Beruff appointed to board by governor; District 5 candidates earn new endorsements; Humane Society launches food program

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 10, 2015
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center names COO

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center has named Chris Loftus as its new chief operating officer.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota Farmers Market manager Phil Pagano credits the market's success this summer to a new marketing effort and a commitment from vendors who stayed around during this traditionally slower time of year. Photo by Loren Mayo.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 29, 2011
TOP STORY, AUG.: Farmers market boasts off-season success

The Sarasota Farmers Market is doing so well in the midst of the heat and humidity this summer that some vendors are boasting of days rivaling their best in season.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 25, 2014
Obituary: Paul Carnese Jr.

Paul Carnese Jr., 88, of Falmouth, Mass., and Longboat Key, died June 20.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Town officials have said many of the town's existing poles, like this one, are taller than the proposed 35  feet.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 24, 2019
Longboat leaders prepare for key decisions on small-cell network

When Town Commissioners decide height of poles and other factors, aesthetics won't be the only consideration.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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