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  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 6, 2016
Ron Johnson legacy: A blueprint on life

The former Longboat Key mayor and longtime civic and community leader died June 27.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Armando Linde
  • By John McGuire |
  • March 21, 2017
Armando Linde resigns from the Longboat Key Town Commission

Linde began his term in March 2016.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Parking Manager Mark Lyons is trying to avoid the missteps of earlier efforts to implement paid parking — including meters that generated complaints before being removed in 2012.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 27, 2014
DID continues paid parking debate

Following a presentation from the city's parking manager, Downtown Improvement District members softened their opposition to the reintroduction of paid parking.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Kate Hampton. Photo by Matthew Holler.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 22, 2017
Theater review: 'Gidion's Knot'

“Gidion’s Knot” untangles the fate of a transgressive prodigy in a Florida Studio Theatre Stage III production.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • December 6, 2016
Theater review: 'Six Women with Brain Death'

'Six Women with Brain Death' takes audiences on a wild ride at Venice Theatre.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Laura Wallace, Walter Killings, Shirley Pearson, Karen Pashkow, Jurome Killings and Sandra Johnson
  • By James Peter |
  • June 25, 2023
Longboat Island Chapel outreach event overflows with donations

More than a vanload of shoes, clothing, personal items and toiletries was donated to the Mt. Carmel Resource Center.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 2, 2023
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Ahmad Hunter

The Booker High rising senior running back ran for more than 1,200 yards as a junior.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The proposed height of a parking garage was a central issue during public meetings about the Selby Gardens master plan proposal. The City Commission voted to approve a site plan that included a four-story, 450-space garage.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 5, 2021
City approves Selby Gardens master plan

More than three years after Selby’s proposal first became public, the City Commission approved a site plan for the initial phase of a campus renovation project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Vice Chair and Planning and Zoning board member Ken Marsh submitted his letter of resignation on Oct. 14.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • October 22, 2020
Ken Marsh resigns from Planning and Zoning Board

Ken Marsh submitted his resignation letter on Oct. 14.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • June 17, 2010
Sarasota Small Business of the Year Awards: Golden Apple Dinner Theatre

Cultural Organization of the Year -- Finalist

  • Sarasota
  • News
Donald "Duck" Dunn, right, performed with dozens of local musicians, including Tampa mainstay Ronnie Dee. Photo courtesy of Shellma Jackson.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 16, 2012
Donald 'Duck' Dunn dies at 70

Legendary bassist Donald 'Duck' Dunn, an East County resident, died May 13, in Tokyo.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 13, 2012
Comment: Contending with Mother Nature

It was a typical spring afternoon in Florida.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 20, 2012
School Board ends short Wednesday schedule

After a unanimous vote by the Manatee County School Board, schools will be on a daily uniform schedule for the first time since 2007.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 11, 2011
Our View: Wave the No. 1 ranking

The Siesta Key Village Association and Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce want banners to be flying from both approaches to the island, loudly proclaiming that drivers are entering the home of the best beach in the nation. Rightly so. Everyone should be proud that we have such a jewel.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 20, 2011
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Reader lauds stances on teachers, spending; Manatee district needs financial lessons

  • East County
  • Opinion
Woody Harrelson stars as evil cop Dave Brown in "Rampart." Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • March 21, 2012
Film Review: 'Rampart'

Woody Harrelson has come a long way from slinging drinks at "Cheers."

  • Arts + Culture
Tonya Atchison, Small Business Person (11 or more) winner Michael Garey and Emily Walsh
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • August 7, 2020
Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce plans for Small Business Week

The Chamber is determined to honor its members, no matter what form the celebration takes.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
After weeks of tension with the Sarasota Farmers Market board of directors, Phil Pagano said he will resign his position and focus his energy on his popcorn business instead.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 23, 2020
Longtime farmers market director steps down

A dispute between Phil Pagano and the board of directors had led to a change in leadership for the Sarasota Farmers Market.

  • Sarasota
  • News
This aerial shows Rye Road's intersection with State Road 64.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 20, 2016
Input sought for possible S.R. 64/Rye Road project

FDOT seeks public opinion before considering construction.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Crazy4WEB
  • By Kathryn Parks |
  • October 23, 2013
30 Numbers from 'Crazy for You' that will blow your mind

30 Numbers from 'Crazy for You' that will blow your mind

  • Arts + Culture
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