News Briefs
December 1, 2011
Osprey Avenue closure not to start until Jan. 16; Teen Driver Challenge offered for two weekends
City of Sarasota negotiating with two hotel developers
December 1, 2011
Sarasota has two companies interested in placing a hotel on a vacant parcel next to the Palm Avenue parking garage.
Traffic signal upgrades producing problems
December 1, 2011
The county is upgrading several traffic signals within the city limits. In the meantime, those signals aren't synchronized.
Siesta Drive roundabout plans to affect SCAT stops by mall
December 1, 2011
With planning still in the design phase, the Sarasota City Commission Jan. 3 is scheduled to discuss an interlocal agreement with Sarasota County involving changes planned for Siesta Drive, including a roundabout.
Osprey Library opens at Spanish Point
December 1, 2011
The Osprey Library at Historic Spanish Point will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, and 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays.
Southside kindergartners make colorful mosaics
December 1, 2011
Southside Elementary kindergartners held a dedication for their stepping-stone project Wednesday, Nov. 30, in the school’s courtyard.
Homeless residents enjoy a big Thanksgiving event
December 1, 2011
The Sarasota Ministerial Association held its 11th annual celebration with Sarasota's homeless residents as its guests the day before Thanksgiving, at First Baptist Church in downtown Sarasota.
Island Beat: Key people getting into the holiday spirit
December 1, 2011
With Light Up the Village marking the formal beginning of the holiday season on the Key, plans are being finalized for the annual Christmas Lighting Contest for Condominiums.
Tatum Ridge Elementary PTO donates 1,400 books to Cyesis
December 1, 2011
Just in time for the holidays, representatives of the Tatum Ridge Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization visited the Cyesis teen parent program at Riverview High School, bearing lots of books.
The Observer Holiday Gift Guide
November 30, 2011
Are you ready for the most wonderful time of the year?
- May
26 Tribute to Heroes Parade - Main St LWR
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm - May
28 Braden River Soccer Club Try-outs
6:00 pm - May
29 LWRBA May Membership Lunch
11:30 am - 1:00 pm - May
31 May YLA Breakfast "Legendary Leaders"
7:30 am - 9:00 am
