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Robin Hartill
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 12, 2013
YOUR NEIGHBOR: Tom Freiwald

Tom Freiwald recently gave the commencement address for the University of Phoenix West Florida to a crowd of approximately 2,000 students and their families.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The full report comes less than three months before the start of the next hurricane season.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • March 15, 2018
After-Irma report helps guide county's planning for future hurricanes

Among the top priorities in the Hurricane Irma after-action review: shelter operations, public communication and employee training.

  • Sarasota
  • News
EarthCam on Oct. 19.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • October 16, 2020
Beach day from far away

EarthCam makes Longboat views accessible everywhere.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
If Rams junior quarterback Jeremiah Dawson, here looking to pass to Charles Lester III (1), plays well, the Rams can have success in the second half of the year. (File photo.)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 11, 2022
Sarasota football teams retake the field Friday after prolonged break in action

A look at everything that happened before Hurricane Ian mandated a pause — and a look at what could happen next as the postseason looms.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Bill Schustik explains the stories behind songs to his audience. Photo by Nick Friedman
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 9, 2014
Bill Schustik to perform 'Legends of the Sea'

Think you know your swabs and pirates? Think again.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 4, 2009
All call: Welcome Back breakfast

Every year, it's a tradition that The Longboat Observer rolls out its annual 'Welcome Back' issue with coffee and breakfast treats for our readers. Visit the Observer office, 5570 Gulf of Mexico Drive, between 9 and 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11 to be among the first to receive your hot-off-press Welcome Back issue, along with a complimentary breakfast. Bring your friends and family for an opportunity to chat with Observer staffers and each other.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Steve DiBio has been accumulating hot dog recipes for years. (Photo by Harry Sayer)
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • August 11, 2022
Downtown hot dog eatery Doggystyle highlights culture across the country

Steve DiBio runs the Main Street restaurant that offers regional-specific hot dogs including New York, Chicago and Philadelphia styles.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Carolyn Johnson is SCOPE’s 2015 Boundary Crosser award recipient. The painting pictured was created by her mother and is one of her favorites.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • September 10, 2015
Conversation with Carolyn Johnson

Carolyn Johnson is the recipient of the 2015 SCOPE Boundary Crosser award.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Work continues on the 44th Avenue East expansion with a bridge being built over the Braden River. The segment of road connecting Creekwood Boulevard and Lakewood Ranch Boulevard was ranked on the county's MPO list. File photo.
  • By Scott Lockwood |
  • January 13, 2022
Manatee Commission prioritizes road projects

Finishing the 44th Avenue extension to Lakewood Ranch receives high priority from Manatee County Commission.

  • East County
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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 21, 2017
Cops Corner: Sarasota 9.21.17

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Lakewood Ranch High senior Nathan Bennett moved to the area before his sophomore season and brought a wealth of hockey knowledge from Minnesota. Photo courtesy Nathan Bennett.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 22, 2020
A Minnesotan keeps hockey dreams alive in Lakewood Ranch

Nathan Bennett leads the Manatee Admirals in points.

  • East County
  • Sports
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 2, 2015
Week's best bets: Monday, Feb. 2

Week's best bets: Monday, Feb. 2

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
East Manatee Fire Rescue firefighters deliver critical patients to a pre-HAZMAT area so they can be rinsed of chemicals from a chlorine bomb.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 8, 2017
East County first responders ready to slam terror

Operation Inshore Slam prepares first responders for the worst.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 21, 2010
Code changes move forward

The majority of the Town Commission agreed with the Longboat Key Club and Resort's suggested code clarifications and changes Friday, April 16.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ana Isabelle performs in Asolo Rep's production of "EVITA." Photo by Cliff Roles
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 29, 2017
Josh Rhodes and Asolo Rep reinvent the story of a controversial icon

An interview with Josh Rhodes, director and choreographer of Asolo Rep’s groundbreaking production of 'Evita.'

  • Arts + Culture
Riley Simmons signed with Mississippi State on March 19. Courtesy photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 31, 2021
Mustang throws herself into the spotlight

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 16, 2014
Cops Corner: East County

The following information was gathered from incident and arrest reports obtained from the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Ranger Zack Westmark helps Bill Jones of South Sarasota, a frequent biker at the park, use the new bike work station funded by Friends of Myakka River. (Miri Hardy photo)
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • May 18, 2021
Myakka State Park's cycling day puts focus on nature from a new perspective

May 22 event will include a variety of special activities for cyclists at the park.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
City Commission candidate Jen Ahearn-Koch.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 2, 2017
City Commission candidate questionnaire: Jen Ahearn-Koch

At-large candidate Jen Ahearn-Koch shares her thoughts on the key issues ahead of the March 14 election.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 18, 2019
Westcoast Black Theater Troupe marks 20 years with soulful celebration

The 20th anniversary celebration was held Nov. 18 at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

  • Black Tie
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