Neighbors

Observer Staff
September 27, 2012

Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Mariana Sendova took this photo of the sun setting Sept. 25, over her backyard in Palmer Ranch.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nick Friedman
September 27, 2012

Athlete of the Week: Richie James

Riverview High junior wide receiver Richie James has been playing football for nine years and says he's driven by his love for the game.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
September 27, 2012

JUST THE STATS

3 - The number of days kicker Mitchell Howard had been on the Riverview High football team before kicking three extra points in the Rams 29-6 victory over Braden River Sept. 21.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
September 26, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: ODA vs. St. John Neumann

The Out-of-Door Academy dropped its second-consecutive district game with a 42-21 loss to St. John Neaumann. The Thunder turned the ball over seven times in the loss. ODA quarterback Evan Wilson connected with Austin Hoppe for a touchdown and also ran in for a score. Running back J.T. Fischer scored the Thunder's other touchdown on a 5-yard carry. ODA returns to non-district action Sept. 28 at Evangelical Christian.

East County
Sports

Loren Mayo
September 26, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Southside Elementary wishes beloved volunteer a happy 100th birthday (VIDEO)

Southside Elementary School today held a birthday party honoring volunteer Henrietta Daytz, who will celebrate her 100th birthday Saturday, Sept. 29. Principal Steve Dragon stopped by the school's Media Center to serenade her with a birthday tune.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
September 26, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: SCC Power Hour at Tommy Bahama

The Sarasota Chamber of Commerce had 65 people attend their Power Hour event Wednesday, Sept. 26 at Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
September 26, 2012

Lady Thunder bounces back with win

The Out-of-Door Academy defeated Sarasota Christian 25-21, 25-13, 25-20 Sept. 25.

East County
Sports

Observer Staff
September 26, 2012

Pirates of Cannons Marina face off

"'If ye be brave or fool to face a pirate's curse, proceed."

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
September 26, 2012

Longboat resident celebrates 95 years

Longboat Key resident Gladys Blair had a few more than 16 candles to blow out Friday, Sept. 14 - 95 candles, to be exact.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
September 26, 2012

Wedding bells ring for happy couple

Dr. Justin Iannello, son of Longboat Key residents Dr. Joseph and Karen Iannello, recently wed Dr. Maanasi Chandarana, daughter of Dr. Himanshu and Shurekha Chandarana, of Pinellas Park.