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Courtesy photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • March 8, 2017
The Rev. Bill Friederich sworn in

He was elected by the congregation in January to take over as the full-time minister of Longboat Island Chapel.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Shawn Trent stepped down as Lakewood Ranch High's football coach this week after nine years. He'll remain on as the school's athletic director.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 31, 2014
Mustangs coordinator named new head coach

Former Lakewood Ranch High offensive coordinator Mick Koczersut was officially named the Mustangs new head coach July 30.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • October 4, 2012
Ringling Plaza Walmart scheduled for planning board vote

The Planning Board is scheduled to vote on the 97,000-square-foot Walmart Supercenter project Nov. 14.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • April 16, 2018
'Chappaquiddick' is a strong biopic on the power of wealth

The tale of Senator Edward Kennedy's drunk driving tragedy sticks to the facts, allowing viewers to make their own judgment.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • September 18, 2013
Fast N Fresh temporarily closes its doors

The Cooper's Creek flagship location is closed until February so it can undergo a long-planned renovation.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 11, 2019
Sarasota's search for red tide solutions

Scientists, policymakers and everyday citizens take aim at ways to head off another outbreak.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The front of the Burns' home in Indian Beach still has some of its original 1954 modern flair.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • March 6, 2013
Home & Garden: Modern Chic

Doug and Carol Burns moved into their renovated home in March 2011, in Indian Beach.

  • Arts + Culture
Cardinal Mooney sophomore Jenna Santiago shoots on net against ODA.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 5, 2019
Prose and Kohn: Creative cats

The Cougars get creative on the pitch.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Choral Artists of Sarasota lift their voices in "Sounds of the Season." (Courtesy photo)
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • December 4, 2019
All the must-see holiday shows in Sarasota this year

Treat your ears to a selection of happy, holy holiday music throughout the area

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 9, 2014
Benderson proposes expansion to UTC site

The Sarasota County Planning Commission endorsed changes that would bring an additional 700,000 square feet of commercial and office space to the property without changing the maximum allowed density.

  • East County
  • News
The free route started in March 2017, and covers Beach Road and Midnight Pass Road from Siesta Village to Turtle Beach Park.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • February 21, 2018
Breeze Trolley aims for continued success

With its first year almost reaching 250,000 riders, SCAT plans to firm up a three-year contract for trolley operations.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 27, 2014
News Briefs

Longboat Key Town Hall to close for Labor Day; Trustee seeks sanctions against Colony Lender; Key Club, USF to launch new partnership

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Chuck Henry, administrator of the Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County, urged the public to follow best practices for minimizing the risk of exposure to COVID-19, such as hand washing and staying home when ill.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 13, 2020
Sarasota Memorial Hospital provides update on COVID-19 patient

The hospital said a 70-year-old seasonal resident who tested positive for the coronavirus disease is “doing fine,” but health officials continue to call for more testing capacity in Florida.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Lisa Nisenson |
  • March 25, 2013
"It's so much more than density" - getting the conversation right

"It's so much more than density" - getting the conversation right

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Maria Amodio |
  • June 23, 2010
LLSA Chamber Small Business of the Year Awards: Principal Financial Group

10 or Fewer Employees -- Finalist

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Olivia Danko rounds the bases in celebration against Sarasota. Photo by Kayleigh Omang.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 23, 2018
Mustangs excited by final countdown

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
Cellist David Finckel and his wife, pianist Wu Han, performed Jan. 24 at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Courtesy photo
  • By Edward Alley |
  • January 28, 2019
Impressive weekend of orchestral concerts show need for new music hall

Sarasota Orchestra and The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center concerts shine.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 18, 2017
Longboat Key firefighters tee off first golf classic

About 85 golfers participated in the event on Nov. 18.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Manatee County Commission meeting will be held at the county's government offices, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 29, 2016
Gate issue resurfaces for Riva Trace

Manatee County commissioners will consider an access issue at their land-use meeting Thursday.

  • East County
  • News
  • In Memoriam |
  • December 27, 2019
Kenny Soderblom

Husband, father, Veteran, musician and friend; who had a love for life, his country and his beautiful wife Leah and wonderful daughter Siri.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
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