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Rendering of an affordable housing project proposed by the late Sarasota entrepreneur Harvey Vengroff. Citing frustration with city regulations, Vengroff abandoned the idea after spending three years and $300,000 on it.
    By
  • Adrian Moore
  • May 2, 2019
Affordable housing requires whole solution

The answer to Sarasota's lack of affordable housing is simple, but few communities are willing to commit to what's necessary.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
The Longboat Center for the Arts closed in 2017.
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • May 2, 2019
Ringling reconsiders arts center venture: Now what? Don't give up

College's president didn't shut and lock the arts center door. When two sides want a deal to happen, they'll find a way.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • May 2, 2019
Disposed of properly

The department partnered with the DEA for its National Drug Take-Back Initiative.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • May 2, 2019
Honoring hunger fighters

The couple co-founded the Campaign Against Summer Hunger.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • May 2, 2019
Cops Corner: Sarasota 5.2.19

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Sarasota Crew is hoping to expand to a new location on Bayview Lane soon.
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • May 2, 2019
Sarasota Crew plans boathouse, still stuck in permit phase

The organization first bought parcels of land in order to expand in 2014.

  • Sarasota
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Lauryn Dougherty.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • May 2, 2019
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Lauryn Dougherty

The Riverview High senior talks learning pole vault and her dream vacation.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Although residents have complained about the lack of activity on the project, the city said there's little recourse to prod a development along.
    By
  • David Conway
  • May 2, 2019
Stalled Rosemary project draws concerns

The Vanguard Lofts project is partially constructed — and residents want to see the developer finish the job.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • May 2, 2019
A morning of cars and coffee in Sarasota

When auto enthusiasts get together, the stories often involve a lot more than spark plugs and fan belts.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jeff Harris, Martha Ballard and Steve Matthews
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 1, 2019
Florida Winefest and Auction awards $152,000 in grants

The grant award ceremony was held May 1 at the Community Foundation of Sarasota County.

  • Black Tie
Lakewood Ranch resident and Sirius Day Spa franchise co-owner Karen Medford said she loves the concierge concept of the spa and helping people feel good.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 1, 2019
Lakewood Ranch area spa offers sensational services

Sirius Day Spa franchisee works 'to create a brand."

  • East County
  • Business
Leslie Glass, founder of Reach Out Recovery, and David Denicoff
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 1, 2019
Returned Peace Corps Volunteers honors local service organizations at luncheon

The Celebration of Service Luncheon was held May 1 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
Commissioners will continue discussing the Fiscal Year 2020 budget at their May 17 budget workshop.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • May 1, 2019
Previous county cuts play role in rosier outlook

County Financial Manager Kim Radtke says she feels comfortable that the county is "on target" with its current 2019 budget.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Bear Grylls in "You vs. Wild." Photo source: Netflix.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • May 1, 2019
Binge Blog: Going deep

This week's picks, "You vs. Wild" and "The Silence of the Lambs," are an exploration of interactive TV and what makes a good villain.

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LANNDS is the indie-electronic collaboration of Florida-based songwriter Rania Woodard and producer Brian Squillace performing at HMF. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 1, 2019
Harvey Milk Festival founder Shannon Fortner offers inside look at annual event

The 10th anniversary of HMF marks a shift towards more educational events.

  • Arts + Culture
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