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  • April 30, 2018
Letters to the Editor

Readers chime in with their own takes on things.

  • Longboat Key
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The Patterson Foundation President and CEO Debra Jacobs with Community Foundation of Sarasota County President and CEO Roxie Jerde celebrate the 2016 Giving Challenge.
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  • April 30, 2018
Ready, set, give! 24-hour Giving Challenge 2018 launches at noon May 1

This year's Giving Challenge starts in less than 24 hours.

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    By
  • Bret Hauff
  • April 30, 2018
Colony termination challenged in court

Without approval to demolish the old condo units, St. Regis developer cannot move forward with plans.

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    By
  • Shane Donglasan
  • April 30, 2018
First Presbyterian Preschool's First Roots fundraiser raises money for school

The First Roots fundraiser was held at Michael's Wine Cellar.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Paradise Center Executive Director Suzy Brenner
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  • Katie Johns
  • April 30, 2018
The Paradise Center announces moving plans

The Center will relocate to Temple Beth Israel while it continues to raise funds for a permanent home.

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  • Observer Staff
  • April 30, 2018
Sale of Longboat Key penthouse tops 2018 list

Aria condominium sells for $5.4 million

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  • Observer Staff
  • April 30, 2018
Sarasota County plans grand opening for mid-county Tax Collector office

New site opens for business on Sawyer Loop Road.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Shane Donglasan
  • April 29, 2018
Physician musicians compete for Doctor Idol title

The Ear Research Foundation brought together eight bands featuring local doctors to compete in a battle of the bands.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 28, 2018
The Junior League of Sarasota hulas to the music

The Junior League Jamboree was hosted April 28 at Music Compound.

  • Black Tie
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  • Shane Donglasan
  • April 28, 2018
Siesta Fiesta celebrates 40 years

Craft show drew thousands to Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 28, 2018
Eventgoers brunch amongst the roses at The Ringling

Blossoms & Brunch was hosted April 28.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Bret Hauff
  • April 28, 2018
Volunteers clean up Longboat's Sister Keys

More than 60 people gathered Saturday morning to rid Sister Keys of debris and invasive species.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 27, 2018
Visible Men Academy shines for students

Shine On! was held April 27 at Visible Men Academy.

  • Black Tie
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  • Shane Donglasan
  • April 27, 2018
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe celebrates opening of new building

The grand opening marks the end of the first phase of a major renovation project.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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  • Cassidy Alexander
  • April 27, 2018
Bay Haven teacher contracted infectious disease

Sarasota County Schools assured the community Friday that this is an isolated incident and not a public concern for a community.

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