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ESPN host Kevin Negandhi, Former Buffalo Bills quarterback Jim Kelly, Former New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter, Dick Vitale, NASCAR legend Jeff Gordon, University of Tennessee men's basketball coach Rick Barnes and V Foundation CEO Shane Jacobson pose before the Dick Vitale Gala.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 6, 2024
Dick Vitale Gala remains a night of hope

The annual event, held May 3 at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, was a reminder of what is important.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 9, 2010
OUR VIEW: Local boy makes good

Everyone loves that headline. And everyone loves to see stories of achievement like that of Mikel Hollaway, the city of Sarasota's new police chief.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Supporters of the resident activist group STOP wore red to a March 15 commission meeting, urging the city to hold more public hearings on new development. It’s unclear how the commission will handle the issue.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 22, 2018
Under review: City debates development approval process

Commissioners are divided on development regulations that have drawn criticism from residents and defense from planners.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota architect Brent Parker, who designed the Ringling Bridge, is planning a 33-unit affordable housing project on North Tamiami Trail.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 9, 2015
North Trail remains on the the edge of revitalization

While advocates of revitalizing the northern gateway to Sarasota are bullish on a new residential project, they remain wary of tricky zoning issues.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Virtuoso cellist Edgar Moreau will perform with Artist Series Concerts Feb. 12.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 8, 2017
Sarasota Festival of French Music celebrates revolutionary legacy of French composers

The festival will feature 12 Sarasota organizations.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 19, 2013
Our View

Dredging Big Pass

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Aaron Kaburick brandishes a fish in Asolo Repertory Theatre's production of "Come From Away."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 22, 2025
'Come From Away' honors the best of humanity in the worst of times

Asolo Repertory Theatre's “Come From Away” celebrates the heroes who kept their heads when their world turned upside down.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 30, 2009
Fellowship hall receives a face lift

Renovations to the Vamo United Methodist Church fellowship hall began a couple of weeks ago and are almost complete.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 14, 2010
Obituary: Raymond Rudolph

Raymond Rudolph, 91, was a longtime resident of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Courtesy
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 20, 2012
Super stupendous beach read

Longboat Key resident and author Jane K. Webb has recently released a new children's book, "My Super Stupendous Day at the Beach."

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The ceremony was held around 4 p.m., Friday.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 25, 2011
Ranch Humane Society opens boutique

The Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch on Friday celebrated the grand opening of its new consignment boutique.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • January 10, 2012
Obituary: Leo L. Tonner

Leo L. Tonner of Longboat Key, formerly of New Jersey died Jan. 7. He was 84.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Abrahamson
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 15, 2010
Abrahamson eyes new appointment

Dr. Ira Abrahamson was appointed as the first chairman of the board, emeritus, in the history of the Cincinnati Athletic Club at the Past Presidents Dinner meeting Oct. 12.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Aida Matic has worked for Tidewell since 2009.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 27, 2011
Tidewell names new fundraising professional

Tidewell Hospice recently promoted Aida Matic to administrative director of philanthrophy.

  • East County
  • News
The Thomas baptism was the first in Peace’s new location in the Manatee Board of Realtors building on Lakewood Ranch Boulevard.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 2, 2011
Peace hosts first baptism

The children of Peace Presbyterian Church were active participants in the recent baptism of Wellspring Olson Thomas, son of the Revs. Clay Thomas and Tricia Dillon Thomas.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Elizabeth Poss Colebrook reached a new decade Saturday, Jan. 5. The 90-year-old celebrated her birthday with daughters Susan, Kristina and Deborah, as well as about 50 friends at her Harbour Court home. Colebrook has lived on Longboat Key since 1990.
  • By Katie Hendrick |
  • January 8, 2013
PHOTO OF THE DAY: The Big 9-0

Elizabeth Poss Colebrook reached a new decade Saturday, Jan. 5. The 90-year-old celebrated her birthday with daughters Susan, Kristina and Deborah, as well as about 50 friends at her Harbour Court home. Colebrook has lived on Longboat Key since 1990.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 17, 2013
Estuary Program seeks committee members

The Sarasota Bay Estuary Program (SBEP) is seeking new members to serve on the Citizens Advisory Committee.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Larry Bustle, a retired U.S. Air Force veteran and a former mayor of the city of Palmetto, has served as the District 1 commissioner since 2008, and was re-elected to his post in November.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 28, 2012
Bustle named commission chair

Larry Bustle was named chairman for the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • March 8, 2020
CAN Community Health names new CANDance fundraising champion

The 2019 fundraiser's wrap party was held March 8.

  • Black Tie
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 23, 2016
Curtain Raiser Dinner kicks off new season at the Sarasota Opera

The annual event was held on Sunday, Oct. 23 at Michael’s On East.

  • Black Tie
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