Big Pass manatee-protection zone considered

January 11, 2010

A request to extend a boat safety zone along Big Pass and North Siesta Key channel will be discussed at County Commission Tuesday.

Wallenda house receives historical marker

January 8, 2010

The Sarasota home that the Wallendas, the famous circus family, owned for decades received a special honor Friday.

Garage builder promises to inform public

January 7, 2010

From hiring a former mayor as a liaison to starting a construction-update Web site, Suffolk Construction is making an effort to keep residents and businesses up to date on the project.

Toy store's beloved sign stolen

January 7, 2010

Funtoysia's distinctive wooden sign that adorned the toy store for 25 years was stolen on Christmas Eve. Storeowners are offering a reward for its return.

New garage designs sought

January 7, 2010

The City Commission asked the design-and-build team of the Palm Avenue parking garage to submit non-traditional designs for the project.

Patterson Foundation to honor family's giving legacy

January 7, 2010

The Patterson Foundation will honor Jim and Dorothy Patterson's heritage through nine targeted areas of giving.

News Briefs 01.07.10

January 7, 2010

Observer Updates 01.07.10

January 7, 2010

Christopher Moody, who ran a hedge fund with alleged Ponzi schemer Art Nadel, is nearing the end of a process in which he is ordered to sell all of his material assets.

Kitty kingdom

January 7, 2010

Cat Depot will launch the grand opening of its new 10,000-square-foot, five-star adoption center Jan. 15 through Jan. 17.

Business Observer 01.07.10

January 7, 2010

Gerry Radford, chief financial officer of Tidewell Hospice, qualified as a certified hospice executive. The program is only available to hospice, home-care and senior managers with significant experience in the field.