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Dr. Ashvin Patel is studying the use of a two-level disk replacement through a disk implant that could be done instead of spinal fusion. (Courtesy of Sarasota Memorial Hospital)
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • August 18, 2021
Physician Spotlight: Dr. Ashvin Patel

Dr. Ashvin Patel of Sarasota Memorial Hospital is studying new techniques for treating pain through spinal surgery.

  • Health
Riverview High senior girls swimmer Emma Weyant won gold in the 400 IM at the 2019 Phillips 66 National Championships. Photo courtesy Emma Weyant.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 29, 2019
Riverview swimmer not distracted by national success

Emma Weyant won the 400 IM at the 2019 Phillips 66 National Championships in California

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 22, 2017
Cops Corner: Sarasota 11.22.17

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
585 Halyard Lane in June, 2017
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • December 6, 2017
Yearlong height fight nearly over

It's been nearly a year since the town first considered new height restrictions: so what's taken it so long?

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 7, 2020
Longboat Key Cops Corner: A bottle of trouble

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Ina Gross died at her home Jan. 9, 2012. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 11, 2015
Warrant issued for Gross' son

An arrest warrant has been issued for Thomas Gross, charged with murdering his mother, Ina Gross, of Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
East County's Virginia Bell has been reunited with Spanky.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 17, 2020
Chip helps Spanky return to Bradenton home after six years

Shih tzu returned to Bradenton home after being most for six years.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kimberly Braun |
  • September 21, 2012
First of all, do no harm

First of all, do no harm

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
American Sniper Movie
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • December 22, 2014
TWIS holiday movie guide

TWIS holiday movie guide

  • Arts + Culture
Asphalt paving for segment one,  which runs from Proctor Road to Bahia Vista Street, is nearing completion.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • April 12, 2021
Portion of Legacy Trail to open in mid-summer

A ribbon cutting for segment one, which runs from Proctor Road to Bahia Vista Street, is anticipated for the summer.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Manatee County Emergency Management Chief Steve Litschauer was among the speakers at the 2019 seminar held at the Key Club's Harborside Ballroom.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • June 18, 2020
Longboat leaders, Chamber of Commerce to hold disaster preparedness 'Zoominar'

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed hurricane preparations for the town of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Pay increases are included for most teachers. File art.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 17, 2019
Pay raises on way for teachers, paraprofessionals in Manatee County

District, Manatee Education Association finalize deal but other negotiations continue.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 29, 2015
Cops corner: East County 4.30.2015

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
11-year-old Charlie Rayner practices riding with the help of his mom, Erin Rayner, the owner of Opportunity Farm. Charlie Rayner is riding 18-year-old Popcorn.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • January 27, 2021
EYE ON BUSINESS: New opportunities in East County

Riders of all ages jump at Opportunity Farm in east Bradenton

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 9, 2021
9.11 Remembered: 24 hours in Sarasota

President and his team stayed on Longboat Key.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dr. Mona Jain Middle School sixth grader Emery Houston does an online quiz in class. The School District of Manatee County is developing a model for school that will be a mixture of students being in class and doing e-learning,
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 3, 2020
School District of Manatee County might try e-learning blend

Superintendent envisions blended model of being in the classroom and e-learning for students next year.

  • East County
  • News
Transportation issues and beach issues were among the top things mentioned in this week's Goals and Objectives workshop.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 16, 2019
The line for Longboat's budget forms here

At town's annual Goals and Objectives workshop, ideas queue up for their (possible) place in the next budget.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Katherine Frayre practices at Celsius Tennis Academy.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 20, 2017
Celsius Tennis Academy instructor helps young player on difficult journey

Her daily trek, from Tijuana, Mexico, to Chula Vista, Calif., takes 3 1/2 hours each way.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • July 17, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, July 18

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

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  • Things To Do
  • By Phill Younger |
  • June 2, 2020
My View: It's time for a new bridge

While Manatee is adding new bridges, Sarasota focuses on roundabouts. We need a bridge connecting 10th Street to Ken Thompson Parkway.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
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