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Surfer Santa and Debi Kleer
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  • Ian Swaby
  • July 27, 2025
The Bazaar celebrates Christmas in July and Jimmy Buffett's birthday

Christmas in the Caribbean celebrated the birthday of the musician, who was born on Christmas, as well as Christmas in July.

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  • Neighbors
A rendering by DSDG Architects of the new three-story addition at Sarasota Yacht Club,
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • July 26, 2025
City approval allows Sarasota Yacht Club to set sail on expansion

Unanimous City Commission approval clears the way for the Sarasota Yacht Club to expand its existing clubhouse and build a companion structure.

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A Sarasota County Sheriff's Office investigator leads Christopher A. Borchardtinto custody following his arrest July 25 on robbery charges.
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  • Eric Garwood
  • July 25, 2025
Sarasota man charged in two robberies of the same branch

USF Credit Union was robbed in June and July. The suspect lived a block away.

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Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota has been recognized with multiple awards from the American Heart Association.
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 25, 2025
SMH recognized with top AHA awards

The American Heart Association honors both Sarasota Memorial Hospital campuses for emergency cardiac and stroke care.

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Visit Sarasota County's newest tourism marketing campaign emphasizes golf opportunities in addition to retail and relaxation opportunities.
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 25, 2025
Visit Sarasota promotes alternative tourism activities in new campaign

Visit Sarasota County's late summer into fall campaign emphasizes shopping, serenity, golf and smaller crowds.

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  • By Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce
  • July 24, 2025
Siesta Classics

If you're seeking a getaway with a dash of adventure and local charm within driving distance, this list is for you.

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Barbara Briggs will be honored at a ceremony in Gainesville on July 31.
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  • Ian Swaby
  • July 24, 2025
Sarasota County judge among those honored at 4-H awards

Longtime Sarasota County 4-H volunteer Barbara Briggs has been selected for induction to the Florida 4-H Hall of Fame.

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City Attorney Joe Polzak and City Auditor and Clerk Shayla Griggs are leading the search for a city manager recruitment firm.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • July 24, 2025
Pool narrows for city manager search firms

Three finalists seeking to lead the search for a new Sarasota city manager will have two weeks to respond to commissioners' questions.

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Sarasota High rising senior Patrick Drymon went 7-for-17 at a national tournament this summer to earn All-Tournament Team honors.
    By
  • Vinnie Portell
  • July 24, 2025
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Patrick Drymon

The Sarasota High baseball player was named to an All-Tournament team at a national tournament.

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Karson Ligon was drafted with the No. 262 overall pick by the Toronto Blue Jays in the ninth round of the MLB Draft on July 14.
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  • Vinnie Portell
  • July 24, 2025
Former Riverview pitcher heads to Dunedin

Karson Ligon was drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays on July 14.

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The vacant property at 1715 N. Tamiami Trail stands between the U.S. 41 and The Strand condominiums to the rear.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • July 24, 2025
North Tamiami Trail apartment plan denied

Sarasota city commissioners side with residents of The Strand to nix the long-delayed plans to build 58 apartments on the 1700 block of North Tamiami Trail.

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There are an estimated 700 short-term rental properties throughout the city of Sarasota.
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • July 23, 2025
Changes coming to Sarasota's vacation rental ordinance

City commissioners learn citywide ordinance isn't really citywide as they approve staff recommended updates to law that regulates short-term rentals.

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Huey Magoo's On the Fly is located in Terminal B, next to Jimmy John's, at the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.
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  • Elizabeth King
  • July 23, 2025
Chicken tender restaurant makes airport debut at SRQ

A new fast-casual dining option is now open at the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.

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Leadership change made at Intercoastal Medical Group
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 23, 2025
Leadership change made at Intercoastal Medical Group

Co-founder Dr. John Steele steps down as president at age 83. He is succeeded by Dr. Mark Ramos.

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What’s best for NCF, USF?
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • July 23, 2025
What’s best for NCF, USF?

The governor should appoint a commission to determine what the best long-term structure should be for the Ringling, New College and USF.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
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