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  • In Memoriam |
  • July 7, 2021
Lt. Col. John “Sean” McGrath, U.S. Army (Ret.)

Lt. Col. John “Sean” McGrath, U.S. Army (Ret.) passed away June 28, 2021.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 28, 2014
Our View

A decision not to regret

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
The commission also discussed three underfunded pension plans at its meeting Thursday, Nov. 18.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 18, 2010
Commission postpones trolley decision

The Town Commission hopes a trolley agreement can be reached that doesn't require the town to contribute $100,000 to the service.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Noise from parties on the water can get out of hand near Longboat Key and the town attorney wants to ensure municipal codes against such disturbances can be enforced.
  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • October 5, 2016
Longboat Key town attorney lobbies against Bondi water noise opinion

Can a municipality do anything about it when noise from boaters reaches levels intolerable to residents?

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Elisa Rodriguez, Diana Aleman, Marlene Marcos, David Christopher, and Erica Manteiga of Just the Funny. Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • July 4, 2018
FST offers locally sourced laughter at its 10th Sarasota Improv Festival

Florida-based performers get their share of laughs at Florida Studio Theatre's 2018 Sarasota Improv Festival.

  • Arts + Culture
"Water bottles were the easiest material and the most obvious reminder that we need to do more to recycle," Andrea Mihalyffy says.
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • March 16, 2011
Local artist finds beauty in waste

Andrea Mihalyffy's 'waste chimes' will change the way you see plastic water bottles. Meet the artist making a statement.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 22, 2009
Chili's to host harmonious blood drive

Florida Blood Services will have a bloodmobile in the East County from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., May 30, at Chili's, 6125 Exchange Way, Lakewood Ranch. To attract donors, the Sarasota Chorus of the Keys will perform.

  • East County
  • News
Ivana Milicevic and Antony Starr in "Banshee." Photo via MaxGo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 14, 2020
Hinge Blog: You fight better than you …

"Banshee" and "Blade Runner 2049" are this week's picks.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The Ohana seawall extends well into the Gulf of Mexico. File photo
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • January 24, 2022
Longboat leaders discuss difficulties of walking around Ohana seawall

Longboat Key staff will not continue negotiations with the Ohana property owners for a lease or easement agreement.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
"Race" runs through May 12. Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • May 6, 2019
David Mamet’s 'Race' fills the stage with fighting words and disturbing questions

The Venice Theatre production is smart, surprisingly funny and highly entertaining while also encouraging audiences to think.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Shaina and Kevin Swan are appearing in social media videos to answer questions about living with ALS.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 19, 2020
A Life Story Foundation of Lakewood Ranch tries videos to raise ALS awareness

A Life Story Foundation of Lakewood Ranch tries YouTube videos to raise ALS awareness.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Fifth grader Tasman Henry started a club to get more kids, and their families, exploring nature. Photo courtesy Julie Henry.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • January 15, 2018
Fifth grader creates nature club to get families outside

Tasman Henry is a force of nature, and she's using her new club to get families to stop and notice what's around them.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 2, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Jan. 3

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Fifth graders Kailey Holdsworth, Sophia Ashley and Ava Bell have fun getting their hands dirty and are eager to plant their tomato plants.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 8, 2020
Lakewood Ranch students dig into EarthBox project

Lakewood Ranch students dig into EarthBox project in Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
Adept Audiology's Lyndsey Nalu said hearing occurs in the brain, which is why it is important to treat hearing loss early.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 25, 2019
Hearing: It's in your brain

Loss of hearing can result in fatigue, memory loss and social isolation.

  • Health
bettys
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • December 12, 2014
Weekend's best bets: Friday, Dec. 12

Weekend's best bets: Friday, Dec. 12

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • December 14, 2011
Publix receives P&Z recommendations

The supermarket chain's site plan and three outline development plans will move forward to the Longboat Key Town Commission.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 21, 2017
Asolo supporters celebrate opening of ‘The Originalist’

Guests enjoyed dinner and cocktails before the performance on Jan. 20.

  • Black Tie
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • June 21, 2018
Protecting yourself from Mother Nature

Sun, rain, heat, lightning — there's a lot going on outside in the summer. Here's what you should know about your health and the weather.

  • Health
Summerfield resident Alan Roth checks to see the signal strength of his cell service in his home. He has trouble making and receiving calls from home.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 28, 2018
Lakewood Ranch residents frustrated by cell coverage

Some in the development still struggle with unreliable reception.

  • East County
  • News
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