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  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 15, 2021
Binge Blog: Love breaks your heart

"Soul" and "Moonstruck" are this week's picks

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • February 12, 2015
Siesta Key property target of Craigslist scam

A Craigslist scammer took images from a real estate website to create a fake vacation rental post.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The city altered plans for a multi-use recreational trail along U.S. 41 in an effort to complement the nearby Sarasota Art Museum, the former Sarasota High School building.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 18, 2021
City, school board discuss U.S. 41 trail plans

Plans are moving forward for a new pedestrian and cyclist route near Sarasota High School, albeit with a few trees relocated from the initial proposal.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 21, 2009
Cops Corner

Cops Corner

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Jack Brill
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • January 29, 2019
Brill takes over as Sarasota's acting GOP chief

Brill wants to unseat Margaret Good

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Longboat Key had its last reported coyote sighting in 2018.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • November 5, 2020
Coyote sightings reported in Longboat Key

In October, Longboat Key had its first reported coyote sightings since 2018.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Burlgars fled primarily with cameras, lenses and other equipment.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 5, 2013
Photography store burglarized

Burglars stole more than $100,000 in inventory from Johnson PhotoImaging May 26.

  • East County
  • News
This Country Club East home at 15918 Kendleshire Terrace sold for $1.7 million. It has three bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 3,137 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • July 18, 2021
Country Club East home in Lakewood Ranch sells for $1.7 million

Here are the residential real estate sales for Lakewood Ranch and east Bradenton.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
  • By Jess McIntyre |
  • February 18, 2021
Back at the Ranch: Courting During COVID-19: Date Nights Reimagined

Need help kindling a little romance? Luckily, the area provides a plethora of pandemic-approved activities to enjoy a night together.

  • LWR Life
Photo by Don Daly
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 18, 2016
Theater review: 'The Wiz'

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe offers some fresh steps on the well-traveled Yellow Brick Road.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • In Memoriam |
  • May 19, 2020
Jonathan Brinton Detwiler

Jonathan Brinton Detwiler, 88, passed away May 11, 2020.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Shamar Beatty points to his family in the stands while walking across the field with his diploma. His sash and mask has photos of memories from his time at Lakewood Ranch High School. File photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 17, 2021
Venue change alters graduation dates for Lakewood Ranch and Braden River high schools

School District of Manatee County high schools push back graduation dates after switch to LECOM Park.

  • East County
  • News
Ed Furtado.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 17, 2021
East County Athlete of the Week: Ed Furtado

The golfer talks hole-in-ones and his origins in the sport.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 8, 2012
FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Nell Rude

Nell Rude is a Sarasota resident who recently created an exhibit titled "Tribute to American Heroes." Read more about Rude in our Candid Q&A.

  • Sarasota
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Downtown Sarasota is the third location for Fast n Fresh, owned by Lakewood Ranch residents Lesley and Michael Harb. Photo by Colin Reid.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • February 15, 2015
Fast n Fresh opens its doors in downtown Sarasota

The salad specialty restaurant opened for business last week at its new location on Osprey Avenue.

  • Siesta Key
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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • August 22, 2021
Siesta Key home sells for $4 million

The Mira-Mar home at 7949 Midnight Pass Road was the week's top seller in the Sarasota and Siesta Key area.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
The newly built home sits on more than an acre of Gulf-front land. Photo courtesy of Lynne Koy
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 14, 2013
NEWS BRIEFS

FedEx vice president buys $6.8 million Key home

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 18, 2020
Parade honors healthcare heroes in Lakewood Ranch

Community celebrates healthcare professionals at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center.

  • East County
  • News
Mark Famiglio, chairman and president of the Sarasota Film Festival, said the event organizers are prioritizing the health and safety of audiences and volunteers. File photo.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 13, 2020
Sarasota Film Festival postponed

The organizers of the annual film festival said the event will work to reschedule as Florida attempts to limit the spread of COVID-19.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 13, 2010
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