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Terri Ruebusch created this piece while at home during the pandemic.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • May 26, 2020
Ikebana artists keep creating in isolation

Terri Ruebusch, a Longboat Key-based ikebana artist, created with what she could find.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • January 31, 2014
Weekend's best bets: Friday, Jan. 31

Weekend's best bets: Friday, Jan. 31

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Head of School Dan Ceaser said he can't wait to welcome students to campus in August.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • February 11, 2021
Day school expands to new campus

The new campus of Hershorin Schiff Community Day School will feature garden space, athletic fields and custom-built classrooms.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 7, 2009
SMR gets new development code

Lakewood Ranch developer Schroeder-Manatee Ranch earned favor from the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners Aug. 6 for a proposal to create a new land development code category called mixed-use community.

  • East County
  • News
Gail Condrick now sits on the board of directors for Veriditas, which aims to create personal growth through the labyrinth experience.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 19, 2018
Longboater aims to create labyrinth awareness

LBK’s Gail Condrick recently was named to the Veriditas board of directors.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Stan and Wendy with their latest cygnets earlier this year, four of which survived. Courtesy of Lou Newman
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • December 9, 2014
Empty nesters

David Novak wants members of the public to know why they may soon see fewer cygnets in the waters of the Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Units in the 18-story Epoch building are listed from $3.3 million to nearly $9 million for the penthouse. About 40% have sold.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 18, 2019
City approves Gulfstream luxury high-rise

Despite concerns from some residents, the city has signed off on plans for an 18-story, 23-unit condominium project near the bayfront.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Gabriel Jiva |
  • November 19, 2020
The Jolly Rancher: A Great Epiphany

A marital dispute takes an unexpected turn down the rabbit hole of Christmas traditions — and timing.

  • LWR Life
Nightclub Singer
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • September 30, 2013
TWIS Tour Guide: Karaoke

TWIS Tour Guide: Karaoke

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Michelle Sampson and 2018 nominee Rob Wagner at last year's event.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • September 11, 2019
Chamber announces Small Business Week nominees

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce is gearing up to celebrate small businesses with awards luncheon in October.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 27, 2013
Business Observer

Sanctuary manager earns PCAM designation; SYC introduces Farm-to-Fork initiative; The Met on St. Armands to host Feed-a-Family event; Moore's celebrates 46th anniversary

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 25, 2022
Candy shop moves in next door to Kilwins on St. Armands Circle

River Street Sweets Savannah's Candy Kitchen, which just opened on the Circle, is the largest praline manufacturer in the country.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
Jordan Leonard performs in "Dance Makers."
  • By Emily Leinfuss |
  • January 25, 2023
'Dance Makers' reclaims power for underrepresented groups

SCD’s annual choreographer showcase features a world of movement and cultural perspectives.

  • Arts + Culture
1. Riverview High's Emma Weyant won two swimming golds at the state meet in 2018.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 6, 2019
The top-10 sports moment of Sarasota's 2018-2019 high school year

The top-10 sports moment of Sarasota's 2018-2019 high school year, from Riverview, Booker, Sarasota and Cardinal Mooney high schools.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 18, 2011
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
ISIS execution in Iraq.
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • February 3, 2015
Our View: Never again?

If not we, then who will stop them?

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • March 4, 2020
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, March 5

A look at our favorite events taking place this week

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • May 4, 2022
2022 Giving Challenge raises $16 million for nonprofits

Community Foundation staff and supporters met for a celebratory part on April 27.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch High senior Zack Weston said his video game time has increased since social distancing began.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 15, 2020
East County high school athletes turn to esports while stuck at home.

Do video games come close to the thrill of real sports?

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 18, 2018
Drowning reported at Lido Beach on Sunday night

Police have not yet identified the man who died.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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