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  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 10, 2015
Letters to the Editor: Our readers respond ...

We asked last week on this page: 'Never again?' It was referring to the Holocaust and implied that Islamic terrorists' atrocities resembled those of the Nazis. We said it was time for the U.S. to act forcefully. Our readers responded - forcefully.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Some programs vying for mental health district money would help keep those with mental health issues out of jail.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • April 8, 2021
Officials discuss mental health district millage rate

As commissioners discuss how much will go to mental health taxing districts, local groups ask for funds.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch Charter Academy is one step closer to opening in August 2022 with the approval of its contract with the School District of Manatee County.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • August 18, 2021
Lakewood Ranch Charter Academy one step closer to becoming a reality

With contract approval, Lakewood Ranch Charter Academy focuses on a location.

  • East County
  • Schools
Mike Ohlman steps to the plate. Photo courtesy Toronto Blue Jays.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 28, 2017
Lakewood Ranch grad makes MLB debut after eight years in minors

Mike Ohlman's journey to the Toronto Blue Jays was an unlikely one.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Katie Johns |
  • September 10, 2018
Longboat Key Public Works continues 9/11 tradition

Public Works employees placed 2,977 American flags along Gulf of Mexico Drive Sept. 10, which will remain standing all day on Sept. 11.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • January 19, 2022
Annexing Siesta: Who wins?

On the surface, it sure looks like the city of Sarasota would be a bigger beneficiary than Siesta Key taxpayers.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • March 4, 2020
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, March 5

A look at our favorite events taking place this week

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
“What I’m discovering is you really have to get a consensus,” Bill Saba said.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • September 9, 2021
Saba withdraws request to name bay on Longboat Key

Landowner sought agreement with town to establish Conrad Bay on the north end, as an homage to his grandparents.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Martha Ballard and Jean Powell
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • July 23, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Towles Court Art Walk

Art enthusiasts and artists enjoyed a stroll through the Towles Court art district Friday, July 20, as part of the monthly art walk event, which is held every third Friday. Galleries extend their hours and invite guests to walk from gallery to gallery, exploring the art, enjoying light snacks and live music.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sandy Humenik is the Florida Center for Early Childhood's 2020 Volunteer Champion for Children.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 1, 2020
Lakewood Ranch resident earns volunteer award

Lakewood Ranch resident to be honored as Florida Center for Early Childhood's 2020 Volunteer Champion for Children.

  • East County
  • News
Billy McFarland in "Fyre: The Greatest Party that Never Happened." Photo source: Netflix.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 11, 2019
Binge Blog: Dreams deferred

This week brings two documentaries, "Shirkers" and "Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Happened" about dreams, of both the failed and stolen variety.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
On Tuesday, Ocean Properties Ltd. announced it had reached an agreement with Key Club Associates, LP, to purchase all of the Longboat Key Club and Resort’s assets from Loeb Partners Realty LLC for an undisclosed price. Courtesy photo.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 31, 2012
Year in review: October 2012, 'It's official: Ocean Properties to purchase entire Key Club'

Delray Beach-based Ocean Properties will purchase all of the Longboat Key Club and Resort's assets this month and has plans for a future renovation project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
In September, representatives from the town and IPOC met in a Sarasota courtroom to present their cases for a challenge to the town’s code changes.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 15, 2012
Judge rules in IPOC's favor

A Sarasota County Clerk of Court Judge issued an order this week that will mandate a referendum for additional tourism uses within Islandside.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jamie Aymerich, Candice McElyea
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • November 6, 2014
Heart & Sole: Elegant Fashion Show and Luncheon

Heart & Sole: Elegant Fashion Show and Luncheon

  • Black Tie
Read one of our favorite Cops Corner entries from the archives.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 29, 2011
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the Sarasota Observer archives.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Delray Beach-based Ocean Properties Ltd. will acquire the Chart House property at 201 Gulf of Mexico Drive in October.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 30, 2013
Web Year in Review: September 2013, Key Club to purchase Chart House

Ocean Properties Ltd., owner of the Resort at Longboat Key Club, announced plans Monday to expand its club footprint on the southern tip of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Chris Brown owns several businesses on Siesta Key, including Beach Club and The Hub Baja Grill, but he increased his presence in the city of Sarasota with the recent purchase of a Main St. building.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 18, 2013
Chris Brown buys Main Street building

The Sarasota business owner, who bought the building at 1400 Main St. earlier this year, purchased an adjacent piece of property from the same owner last week.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • May 21, 2018
Two more candidates going for Sarasota County School Board seat

This makes three candidates challenging Jane Goodwin for her District 5 seat.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 23, 2009
Birth Announcements 09.24.09

The Observer celebrates new addition to our East County families.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
With Nate's Honor Animal Rescue expanding in Lakewood Ranch, would the county be  smart to try to establish a public-private partnership with the nonprofit?
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 5, 2021
Letter writer says Manatee County needs new animal shelter

As Manatee County considers building a new animal shelter in East County, some letter writers back public-private partnerships.

  • East County
  • Opinion
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