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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 10, 2015
County changes vote on Waterline Road project

The controversial Waterline Road project still has 195 units, but includes more buffering along the roadway.

  • East County
  • News
Ellie McCaw and Jordan Boyer in "Dry Land." Photo by Ryan Finzelber.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • June 28, 2016
Theater review: 'Dry Land'

In Urbanite Theatre's latest production, the kids are not alright.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort has been shuttered for more than seven years.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • March 29, 2017
Judge affirms Colony rec lease decision

Judge Steven Merryday ruled March 16, that a recreational lease associated with a portion of the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort did not transfer in a 2014 foreclosure sale.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Popcorn Bob |
  • July 5, 2013
Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

Enjoy this week's Movie Magic reviews.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 19, 2009
Siekmann responds to county commissioner

Longboat Key Vice Mayor Robert Siekmann responded to Manatee County Commissioner Joe McClash's stance on the town's breakwater project in a letter submitted to The Longboat Observer last week.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 24, 2016
Briefs: Longboat Key 2.25.16

Validation hearing set for Gulf of Mexico Drive bonds.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • November 23, 2016
'Guys and Dolls' honors tradition at Asolo Rep

Director/choreographer Josh Rhodes brings fresh energy to a classic musical.

  • Arts + Culture
Phil King's business acumen helped grow and guide the Glasser-Schoenbaum Human Services Center during his tenure there, from 2009 to 2014. Courtesy photos
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • November 6, 2014
'Right man, right time'

Phil King grew up poor in Kentucky. He never forgot that in his job at Glasser-Schoenbaum.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 27, 2009
Community Golf Scores 10.14.09 to 10.25.09

East County golfers post amazing numbers on area courses.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Edward Alley |
  • November 22, 2016
Music review: 'Guys and Dolls'

Asolo Rep's production was authentic and musically faithful in every way.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Lisa Nisenson |
  • April 18, 2013
Inventing the next American (and SW Florida) economy

Inventing the next American (and SW Florida) economy

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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 21, 2011
Mar Vista upstairs dining grounded until next year

The restaurant will soon begin minor renovations, however, patrons will have to wait until next season for upstairs dining.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 23, 2010
Key Club mulls modifications

Longboat Key Club and Resort officials are considering moving the Islandside project's wellness center to the north parcel.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Residents are tasked with electing three district representatives to the City Commission this year.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 1, 2015
Candidates emerge for commission seats

As two recently appointed city commissioners settle into their new positions, candidates - including those appointees - are beginning to file paperwork for the March city election.

  • Sarasota
  • News
produce their films locally. They even held auditions for their second film, “Catching Junior Tate,” inside the Lakewood Ranch Cinemas.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • June 19, 2013
Dream Deferred: Karl and Rhonda Wilson

Karl and Rhonda Wilson had to face and accept real life before pursuing a lifelong dream.

  • East County
  • News
Shanahan
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 27, 2011
Athlete of the Week: Parker Shanahan

Twelve-year-old Parker Shanahan let his bat do the talking this week, going 5-for-7 with a pair of home runs while helping lead Lakewood Ranch Little League's 10- and 11-year-old All-Star team to a runner-up finish at the Section IV Tournament July 15-16, in Haines City.

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  • Sports
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 12, 2014
ULI final report draft still needs modifications

An Urban Land Institute report draft received Tuesday afternoon still seeks input from staff and commissioners.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 12, 2014
Sidelines

Rage advance in Region C Cup; Ellenton coach nominated for award; Mooney blanks Admiral Farragut; ODA boys lacrosse picks up district win

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jessi Smith |
  • February 4, 2012
Ringling Underground Brings Live Music to the Museum Courtyard

Ringling Underground Brings Live Music to the Museum Courtyard

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Sean Labsan is this week's standout player
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 28, 2013
JUST THE STATS

5 - The number of singles matches the Riverview High girls tennis team won in its 6-1 victory over Manatee Feb. 20.

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  • Neighbors
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