St. Armands, hospital could see meters
February 9, 2012
With parking meters operational downtown, city staff will explore the idea of meters for St. Armands and Sarasota Memorial Hospital.
New College president to retire
February 9, 2012
Dr. Gordon 'Mike' Michalson says he hopes to spend more time with his family after he retires from the school in July.
DID approves $1.9 million project
February 9, 2012
The Downtown Improvement District has approved a Main Street project that it intends to fund with a 20-year bond.
Energy Economic Zone program parameters set
February 9, 2012
After spending more than two hours Wednesday in discussions about a controversial economic pilot program, the Sarasota County Commission voted 4-1 in favor of changes in the proposed ordinance for the program and asked staff to return with the document for another public hearing Feb. 22.
Symposium focuses on research treatment
February 9, 2012
The 15th annual Suncoast Parkinson’s Disease Symposium, held Feb. 4, drew nearly 1,000 patients, caregivers and physicians, who came to learn about the latest advances in Parkinson’s studies and treatments.
City commission combats graffiti
February 9, 2012
The Sarasota City Commission agreed at its Monday, Feb. 6 regular meeting the city would work to wipe graffiti clean from city buildings in a more efficient manner in the future.
Observer readers share their stories of true love
February 9, 2012
Turn on the Tony Bennett and pop open the rose-colored champagne. For this Valentine’s Day, we asked readers to send in their love stories and letters. Apparently, Cupid has been busy over the years shooting his arrows in unexpected places — including the Internet. So, fall in love with these stories, which could give Nicholas Sparks some inspiration.
U.S. 41 roundabouts to be unveiled in May
February 9, 2012
Once built, two roundabouts planned for U.S. 41 at 10th and 14th streets are intended to slow traffic to 35 mph.
Dog washes no longer welcome at park
February 9, 2012
Dog owners are complaining about the county asking a mobile dog-washing business to stop coming to the 17th Street Paw Park in Sarasota.
Police complaints committee feud grows
February 9, 2012
Members of the city's Police Complaints Committee have refused to accept a suggestion that briefer reports cannot be produced for their review, and they are questioning whether investigations into police misconduct are wasting taxpayer dollars.
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9 Book signing & presentation
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm - Feb
9 Valentine's Day Special Open House
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Feb
10 Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce to Launch "The Year of The Member" at Upcoming Annual Kick-Off Breakfast
7:30 am - 9:15 am - Feb
10 Shine a Light on the Stars
11:30 am
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PHOTO GALLERY: Booker High School Jazz Ensemble's Death By Chocolate
02/06/12
Booker High School’s Vocal Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo hosted this fundraising event to fund their trip to compete in the Berklee Jazz Festival in March. The students performed Broadway favorites, jazz standards and modern songs while the audience enjoyed coffee and chocolate. -
PHOTO GALLERY: Cardinal Mooney Walkathon
02/06/12
Cardinal Mooney High School hosted its 11th annual walkathon to raise money for All Children’s Hospital Saturday Feb. 4. Students and families joined staff to walk for a cause. Eleven years ago, the high school lost several students to leukemia and decided to start this fundraising event to raise funds for research. The walkathon, which includes a dance-off, concession stands and field-day activities, was sponsored by Harmor Mobility, Sarasota Lanes, Petland and Tropicana. -
PHOTO GALLERY: First Friday Dance at Senior Friendship Center
02/06/12
The Sarasota Senior Friendship Center hosted its First Friday Dance on Friday, Feb. 3. Seniors gathered to socialize and bust a move to the sounds of Kentucky-based band, Memories.
