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Edward Viltz will face Gina Messenger in the General Election.
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  • Observer Staff
  • October 20, 2016
School Board — District 1: Edward Viltz

Viltz will face Gina Messenger in the general election.

  • East County
  • News
File photo. The force was strong with Jamie Murdick dressed as Princess Leia and London as Yoda during the the 18th annual Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 20, 2016
Your Sarasota Calendar: Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Oct. 20.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Riverview quarterback Mike Welcer will try and top last week's five touchdown performance this week on the road against Newsome on Oct. 21 at 7:30 p.m .
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 20, 2016
That's the ticket ...

Check out this week's top Sarasota area sporting events.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Margo Schnapf had 24 kills and 24 digs in Riverview volleyball’s 3-2 win over Venice on Oct. 13.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 20, 2016
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 10.20.16

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 10.20.16

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Cardinal Mooney senior setter Annie Shaw and her mother, Laurie Shaw, fight back tears during player introductions on Senior Night.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 20, 2016
Cardinal Mooney volleyball player's Senior Night is made unforgettable

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Sarasota triathlete Linda Bayne gets ready to practice swimming with the Sarasota Storm at Siesta Beach.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 20, 2016
Sarasota triathlete follows own rules on path to success

Her ultimate goal: Push her body to its limits

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Hoyt Architects produced this conceptual rendering of a Women’s Sports Museum along Sarasota’s bayfront — which has already upset City Commissioner Susan Chapman.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 20, 2016
Women’s Sports Museum sets its sights on Sarasota bayfront

A local group is pitching a bayfront home for a women’s sports museum. Will the concept be a hit with city leaders and residents?

  • Sarasota
  • News
In 2001, a statue of John Ringling was erected on a new median neck-out at South Boulevard of the Presidents — one of the many projects Marty Rappaport helped become a reality on St. Armands Circle.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 20, 2016
Longtime St. Armands Circle leader announces retirement

Colleagues and city officials say Marty Rappaport, the founder of the St. Armands Business Improvement District, had a lasting impact on the direction of the Circle.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • October 20, 2016
We recommend …

If you’re an independent voter or still undecided on the local races, this might help you decide. Reader beware: We always favor candidates who back the freedom agenda.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Courtesy photo. Treat SRQ
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 20, 2016
Cocktail party gets our vote

Treat SRQ declares its endorsement for the cocktail party.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
File photo. A condominium in The Tower Residences tops all transactions in this week’s real estate.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • October 20, 2016
Tower Residences unit sells for $2.9 million

The following residential real estate transactions took place between October 3 and October 7.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
    By
  • Robert Plunket
  • October 20, 2016
Dolphin Towers: Back on Top

A chic renovation signals a new life for a venerable high-rise.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
    By
  • Robert Plunket
  • October 20, 2016
Three Things

Family values: A place to stretch a child’s imagination and build family memories.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • October 20, 2016
We recommend …

If you’re an independent voter or still undecided on the local races, this might help you decide. Reader beware: We always favor candidates who back the freedom agenda.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 20, 2016
Cops Corner: Sarasota 10.20.16

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
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