Sarasota

Robert Plunket
February 26, 2014

Three Things: Beauties of Bird Key

It's hard to believe that 30 years ago Bird Key was considered a bastion of genteel Midwestern retirement. Now, it's transformed itself into a glamorous island of multimillion-dollar mansions and one of the best addresses in Florida.

Arts + Culture

Observer Staff
February 26, 2014

Premier SothebyÃ¢ï¿½ï¿½s names Loeffler top 2013 agent

Cheryl Loeffler achieved $36.9 million in closed sales for 2013, including $23.05 million in sales on Longboat Key.

Sarasota
Real Estate

Black Tie Staff
February 25, 2014

'All that Jazz'

Black Tie

Nolan Peterson
February 25, 2014

SCAT plans for new shelters at Siesta Beach

The project, which will face the County Commission March 5, will not conflict with the ongoing Siesta Beach Renovations.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
February 25, 2014

Volunteers needed for Great American Cleanup

Volunteers can choose to cleanup one of 27 parks, beaches and natural areas across Sarasota County including Ken Thompson Park and Venice Beach.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
February 25, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: St. Thomas More Spring Fling fashion show

The St. Thomas More Women's Club held its annual Spring Fling fashion show and luncheon Tuesday, Feb. 25 at Michael's On East. More than 300 women attended the event, which included fashions provided by Dillard's. Afterwards, raffle prizes and baskets were given away.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nick Friedman
February 25, 2014

The Good News: Jamie Uihlein

Four years ago, following a successful cancer treatment, Jamie Uihlein and his family created the Polo Under the Palms fundraiser to give back. This year's event will feature a local charity for the first time.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Black Tie Staff
February 24, 2014

Sarasota Opera Co-Producers Luncheon

Black Tie

David Conway
February 24, 2014

Sarasota organizations push for bayfront planning

Led by Visit Sarasota County, a group of organizations have teamed up to begin the process of creating a new master plan for bayfront land around the Van Wezel.

Sarasota
News

Nolan Peterson
February 24, 2014

Man charged with strip club death

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office has a Bradenton man in custody for a deadly altercation outside of the Cheetah Club Sunday.

Sarasota
News

Harriet Sokmensuer
February 24, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: SCORE 2014 Award Luncheon

The Manatee Chapter of SCORE held its annual award luncheon Monday, Feb. 24 at Michael's On East. The national program honored chapter volunteers, members and mentors for their dedication and service to helping small businesses in Sarasota and Manatee County. Chris and Jennifer Mannering of Bounce Down Under, were awarded 2014 Clients of the Year.