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Last year's Division One champions Linda Gillott, Mark Malinowski, Mark Schlobach and Beverly Perez
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  • Katie Johns
  • November 23, 2016
Ace your game at the Observer Challenge Tennis Tournament

The 17th annual tournament will take place Dec. 9-11.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The proposed Siesta Promenade project at Stickney Point Road and U.S. 41 has received criticism from nearby residents — including some who feel the Benderson Development plans are co-opting the island’s identity.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 23, 2016
Mainland businesses capitalize on Siesta Key success

You don’t have to be walking distance from Siesta Key Beach to take advantage of the island’s increasingly high profile.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Meghan Sasser
  • November 23, 2016
Gratitude for our liberties

The persecution of the Pilgrims before they celebrated their first Thanksgiving has many parallels to today’s events. They make us thankful for the liberties we enjoy.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Residents of condos such as the Savoy on Palm have expressed concerns about flooding.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 23, 2016
Palm Avenue condo owners seek flood relief

Although residents are reporting issues following heavy rainfall, city and county staff can only do so much to address the problem.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Some residents expressed optimism about clearing a path for redevelopment at the shopping center, but others questions what a new project might look like.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 23, 2016
Residents ask for input on Ringling Shopping Center plans

The city moved ahead with plans to rezone the Ringling Shopping Center, but residents are worried about the property's uncertain future.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Visit Sarasota County hopes to make the area a sailing hot spot.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 23, 2016
Sarasota scores record tourism numbers

Even after the region set a personal best for tourism revenue, officials see room for even more improvement.

  • Sarasota
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Zachary Kurnov
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  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 23, 2016
The ‘kids' table’ weighs in on Thanksgiving dinner

After years of silence, the kid's table is finally speaking about about what it would like to see in this year's Thanksgiving feast.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota County commissioners have approved plans for as many as 425 homesites on the former Sunrise Golf Club.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 22, 2016
Sarasota County Commission approves 425-home development

Mattamy Homes aims build up to 425 homesites on and around the former golf course near the intersection of Clark Road and I-75.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Traffic troubles remain a top concern for residents and officials.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 22, 2016
Commission rejects staff traffic plans

As the city works on refreshing its transportation policies, the City Commission wants to take a new path for addressing congestion issues.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 21, 2016
Pollo Tropical signs lease near Sarasota Memorial

The chain is slated to replace the former Square 1 Burgers restaurant on South Tamiami Trail.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 19, 2016
Riverview Foundation rendezvoused for downtown disco

The Riverview Foundation hosted its annual Riverview Rendezvous fundraiser.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 19, 2016
Fine art festival brings art to Five Points Park

Residents browsed through artwork from local and regional artists during the fourth annual Sarasota Fine Arts Festival.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Riverview, the last Sarasota-area football team standing, was bounced from the playoffs by Dr. Phillips, 21-0.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 18, 2016
Sarasota Football Final: 11.18.16

Riverview eliminated from playoffs by Dr. Phillips.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 18, 2016
All Faiths hosts drive-thru turkey giveaway

All Faiths Food Bank takes over Robarts Arena parking lot to host annual turkey giveaway.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 18, 2016
Super Cat II tennis tournament registration looming

The tournament will return to Longboat Key for its 14th year from Nov. 29 to Dec. 4.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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