Heroes shock victim back to life
February 18, 2010
Three YMCA employees didn't wait for 911 to arrive when a member passed out. Instead, they had him breathing on his own before the emergency vehicle arrived nine minutes later.
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February 18, 2010
Denise M. Pope has joined Tidewell Hospice as its executive vice president of philanthropy.
Pursuit of downtown visitors center to continue
February 16, 2010
The Downtown Improvement District board will keep pushing the Sarasota Convention and Visitors Bureau to locate an office on or near Main Street.
Barbetta court hearing canceled
February 15, 2010
Two groups suing County Commissioner Joe Barbetta wanted a judge to seize his computer, but because the two sides may reach an agreement, the court date was called off.
Renovated Osprey hotel ready for grand opening
February 12, 2010
The owners of Bentley's Resort say they have converted a two-star motel into a four-star hotel.
SYC foundation races to meet Cuba regatta deadline
February 11, 2010
The yacht-club foundation needs OFAC approval by Feb. 15 to proceed with plans.
City to discuss pension reductions
February 11, 2010
Lowering the retirement payout for both police and general city employees could save taxpayers more than $230 million.
Police panel debates mission
February 11, 2010
Police Advisory Panel Chairwoman Susan Chapman rehashed events during a police-brutality investigation, but some of her fellow panel members felt it was a waste of valuable time.
Mystery man no longer
February 11, 2010
To address his critics in city government and among city residents, City Manager Bob Bartolotta has dramatically increased his visibility and accessibility.
Visitors center proposed for Palm Avenue garage
February 11, 2010
Downtown Improvement District board member Andrew Foley suggested leasing a space in the soon-to-be-built parking garage to better serve Sarasota tourists.
- May
24 Open House with Artist Nancy Hall: Fourth Fridays
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm - May
24 Meetings with Ancient Ones - Messages, Guides and Readings
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm - May
24 Fridays and Saturdays: Twinkle!
8:00 pm - 10:30 pm - May
25 Free Summer Olympics for the kids
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Jolly good fellow
05/23/13
Just as Observer advertising representative Bob Lewis loves to garden, he also cultivates relationships with all of his co-workers and clients. -
Going for the gold
05/23/13
Sisters Francesca and Elizabeth Martel returned victorious Monday, May 20, after a weekend at the Special Olympics of Florida State Summer Games, in Orlando. -
Culinary roots
05/16/13
Trevor Kunk is the chef de cuisine at Blue Hill in New York City’s Greenwich Village, which the James Beard Foundation just named "most outstanding restaurant."
