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Mary Freeman bids on a raffle item for the Best Grandmother package, which included children's books and movie tickets.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • March 21, 2019
St. Michael the Archangel's fashion show is a fanta-sea

The church is raising money for a new Parish center.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Fire Station #13 is located on Siesta key and will be rebuilt as a two-story building.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • March 21, 2019
Sarasota County Fire Department progresses with plans to rebuild stations

Three stations in Siesta Key and Sarasota are next in line for upgrades.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mooney junior JP Jackson leaps to take a shot against ODA.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 21, 2019
Mooney boys lacrosse remains unsatisfied

The Cougars are 7-1, but believe their best is still ahead of them

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Cardinal Mooney freshman Madison Smithers looks to the basket for a layup against Sarasota Christian.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 21, 2019
FHSAA announces new winter sports classifications

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Marie Wyatt, Kitty Bystrom, Pat Helmuth and Marge Nuzzo
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • March 21, 2019
Seaplace takes a dip in the pool

Longboaters threw the party on March 20.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • March 21, 2019
Longboat Key weather page photo: March 21

Tina Mulligan captured this moment from Longboat Key after it rained.

  • Longboat Key
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  • Observer Staff
  • March 21, 2019
East County weather page photo: March 21

Richard Bottorff captured this moment off State Road 70 near Myakka City as a calf stopped before jumping around and having a great time.

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  • Observer Staff
  • March 21, 2019
Sarasota weather page photo: March 21

Sepp Gmuender captured this shot of the sun setting over Longboat Key from Sarasota near The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Residents and historic preservation advocates have expressed dismay about the state of the Burns Court building, but the city said no protections are in place for the 1926 structure.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 21, 2019
Burns Court project raises preservation concerns

Critics are worried about significant renovations to a building in a historic district, but city officials say they’re working to strengthen regulations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Residents living near Selby Gardens have begun posting yard signs showcasing their opposition to proposed renovations.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 21, 2019
Residents show split on Selby Gardens plans

Although many living around the botanical garden remain active opponents of a proposed campus renovation, some residents are more open to the idea.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Bay Conservancy Group formed to partner with the city on the long-term management of the bayfront, but some officials and residents are cautious about moving too fast toward an initial agreement.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 21, 2019
City extends consideration of bayfront partnership

Bayfront planners want to move quickly in pursuit of a partnership with the city. Critics are asking: What's the rush?

  • Sarasota
  • News
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
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  • Observer Staff
  • March 21, 2019
Cops Corner: Sarasota 3.21.19

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • March 21, 2019
Longboat Town Hall showcases local talent

On March 20, Longboat Key Town Hall was buzzing with activity for the 4th Annual Artists' Reception.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • March 20, 2019
All Angels gets jazzed up

On March 20, nearly 90 church members gathered for a Jazz Night complete with live music from the Al Hixon Band.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • March 20, 2019
Temple Beth Israel celebrates Purim

On March 20, Temple Beth Israel members gathered for a reading of the Megillah, Purim play and party.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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