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Mike and Makayla Harrison love the history and horsemanship involved in riding the Florida Cracker Trail. Photo by Pam Eubanks
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 17, 2015
On the trail

Riders embarked Feb. 14 on a 110-mile cross-state ride on the Florida Cracker Trail.

  • East County
  • News
CDD 2 Supervisor Jerry Twiggs, a condo owner, says condo residents have asked for years for a change in methodology, but the concept gained traction over the last year.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 31, 2019
Lakewood Ranch CDD 2 assessments adjusted

Assessments to change for condos, homes in Country Club's CDD 2 in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
In May, representatives for JWM Management outlined a concept for a mixed-use project on the Fillmore lot. The city has not received a formal offer, but the inclusion of public parking could shape the proposed purchase price.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 6, 2021
Despite parking questions, St. Armands lot remains on the market

The city has invited interested buyers to submit proposals for acquiring the Fillmore Drive parking lot, but it’s unclear how garage construction may affect any sale price.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tony Sciame, a Tara Golf and Country Club resident, sank aces on the same hole seven days apart.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 13, 2017
Tara golfer beats the odds — twice

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
The site of the tree lighting.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 26, 2019
Tree lighting kicks off season at Longboat's Town Center this week

Town is gearing up for first event, then four concert series events in 2020.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
City of Sarasota emergency personnel saved a duckling that fell into a storm drain near Sarasota Memorial Hospital.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 8, 2013
July 8: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Emergency workers rescue duckling on U.S. 41; 29th Annual Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Festival Parade of Boats in honor of Wallenda; FWC gives good marks to Save Our Seabirds; Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 15, 2012
Fundraiser set for Main Street

Residents wishing to help children achieve academic and personal success now can lace up their sneakers and race for the cause.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Brion Whitley is making a comeback from a leg injury that caused him to miss the 2019-2020 season. Photo courtesy Dave Winder - Murray State Athletics.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 3, 2020
Prose and Kohn: Bring it on

Collegiate athletes represent Sarasota in winter sports, especially basketball

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Sand is being pumped onto the north end of the island this week.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 11, 2011
Crews resume work on beach project

The project, which will bring 133,000 cubic yards of sand to the north end, was delayed for two weeks because of a generator motor.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By John Ewing |
  • March 21, 2013
Saturday's car show in Bradenton is a "Big" deal

Saturday's car show in Bradenton is a "Big" deal

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Vero Beach’s Rhonda and Macy Levin enjoyed the 2020 fireworks show at Nathan Benderson Park with Sarasota’s Randy and Noel Bryan and Venice’s Nina and Jen Teise.
  • By Mark Bergin and Brendan Lavell |
  • July 1, 2021
Mirth on the Fourth . . . again

The COVID-19 pandemic prompted the cancellations of many Fourth of July events in 2020.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Demolition of Pattigeorge's took place in June 2018.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 4, 2020
Town moves ahead on new rules for restaurant parking

Buccaneer owners submit plans for 8,600 square foot bayfront spot.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 15, 2016
Garden Club learns about marine conservation

Kim Bassos-Hull, a senior biologist at Mote Marine Laboratory, spoke to the group about her research and conservation efforts.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • December 24, 2013
Town leery of county's 911 offer

A Sarasota County offer to take over the town's 911 dispatch services would save money, but commissioners worry the town will sacrifice its level of service.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
“What’s Laid Down” is available on Spotify or on CD for $10. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 25, 2018
Planting the Seed: Physical Plant breathes new life into local music scene

The psychedelic/folk/rock band's successful album release show could signify a comeback for the local original music landscape.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • January 30, 2017
Opera employees celebrate 20 years

Five longtime Sarasota Opera employees celebrate two decades with the arts organization.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • December 2, 2019
Well, that's a fine 'how do you do'

There’s no place like home, or how it feels when you find it.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The Legacy Trail was constructed in 2007, and the County Commission has been working on extending it since 2013.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • August 28, 2017
UPDATE: County commission approves contracts to buy land for Legacy Trail extension

Though one commissioner raised concerns about funding for the multi-million dollar project, the commission unanimously approved moving forward with the extension.

  • Sarasota
  • News
San Marco’s anchor tenant space has been vacant since the plaza opened.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 10, 2015
New owner secures San Marco anchor space

A new owner believes opportunity is ripe at San Marco Plaza’s anchor space, once planned as a second location for the now-closed Golden Apple Dinner Theatre.

  • East County
  • News
JoJo Fusco with triptych "The Blue Lagoon."
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • May 17, 2021
JoJo Fusco brings abstract nature to All Angels

Gallery director Carol Doenecke used her local art connections to find Fusco, who is the church's featured artist.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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