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Lucy Tobias walks in her garden.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • September 11, 2024
Author Lucy Tobias describes the joys of exploring nature at a slow pace

Tobias just released "Floating in Florida," which takes her enjoyment of Florida into its waters.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Deputy City Manager Patrick Robinson (right) has removed himself from consideration to replace the retiring City Manager Marlon Brown (left).
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • September 11, 2024
Search begins for new Sarasota city manager

With Deputy City Manager Patrick Robinson eliminating himself from consideration, city commission hears options.

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Man avenges social media slur the old-fashioned way
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  • Observer Staff
  • September 11, 2024
Man avenges social media slur the old-fashioned way

After a woman called him "gay" online, an ex-friend posts fliers around a residential complex suggesting she is an STD superspreader. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Cardinal Mooney's RJay Mosley catches a deep ball from Devin Mignery against Booker High. Mosley would score on the play.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 11, 2024
Early season takeaways for Sarasota football programs

Two area teams appear to be postseason contenders, while the other three have work to do.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Extraordinary content
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  • Emily Walsh
  • September 11, 2024
Extraordinary content

Winning awards is one thing, but making a difference in our readers’ lives and helping our partners grow is our mission.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Trey Hamer, 11, works with other youth soccer players at the new indoor facility, The Fitballer.
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  • Ian Swaby
  • September 10, 2024
New Sarasota facility brings soccer training indoors

The Fitballer offers professional training for kids and adults.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
The 40th Sarasota Grand Prix boat races will be held this weekend at Lido Beach.
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  • Observer Staff
  • September 10, 2024
Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix returns this weekend

The 40th annual Sarasota Powerboat P1 is the second-longest powerboat race in the country.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
James Griffith, Coral Pleas and Terry McKee will participate in the first event in the Sarasota Speakers Series Sept 23.
    By
  • Jim DeLa
  • September 10, 2024
New speaker series in Sarasota hopes to inspire rising entrepreneurs

"Disruption, Innovation & Opportunity" is set for Sept. 23.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A rendering by SB Architects of the west (right) and east towers proposed to replace the Hyatt Regency hotel adjacent to The Quay.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • September 9, 2024
Hyatt redevelopment makes first appearance before city panel

Kolter Group plans two towers with 224 condos and 166 hotel rooms.

  • Sarasota
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  • Observer Staff
  • September 9, 2024
Tourism numbers continue downward trend

Direct spending is down only slightly despite larger percentage decline in Sarasota County visitors.

  • Sarasota
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Sarasota County Chief Deputy Tax Collector Sherri Smith and County Commissioner Mike Moran listen to a question along with moderator Morgan Bentley at the Sarasota Tiger Bay Club candidate forum.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • September 9, 2024
Surprise debate erupts at Tiger Bay Club candidate forum

Barbara Ford-Coates' chief lieutenant steps up to go toe-to-toe with Sarasota Tax Collector opponent Mike Moran.

  • Sarasota
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Bill Sadlo, president and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties stands with honorees Harriet Moore, director of Strategic Engagement at Sarasota County Schools and Jack Cox, president and owner of Halfacre Construction.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • September 8, 2024
Boys & Girls Clubs honors community leaders Harriet Moore and Jack Cox

The annual event celebrated contributions to the community's young people while supporting the teen programs at Boys & Girls Clubs.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Baird Inc. has acquired the building that includes El Melvin on Main Street.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 8, 2024
Two Main Street restaurant buildings acquired for $8.5 million

Restaurant operations will be unaffected as Baird Inc. purchases El Melvin and Café Amici properties.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Valeria Torres, Brian Guzman-Orozco, Yesica Mojena and Angelinna Lopez Ferrales practice letter sounds with Deb Petti.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • September 7, 2024
School district revises approach to reading instruction with literacy plan

More literary "coaches" are on the scene to consult with teachers and administrators.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Sarasota Chamber to host third Fall for Sarasota event
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 7, 2024
Sarasota Chamber to host third Fall for Sarasota event

Business teams collaborate with local non-profits for three days of volunteer service.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
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