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A perfect Sarasota sunset from the Kalin penthouse, located in Sarabande on Palm Avenue. The view extends over the marina, past the keys and out to the Gulf of Mexico.
    By
  • Robert Plunket
  • August 18, 2016
Sophisticated lady

A downtown penthouse is a tribute to Alyce Kalin’s impeccable taste.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Barbara Knowles captured this shot of a David statue at sunset on a rainy evening at the Ringling Museum of Art.
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  • Observer Staff
  • August 18, 2016
Sarasota weather page photo: August 18

Barbara Knowles captured this shot of a David statue at sunset on a rainy evening at the Ringling Museum of Art.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 18, 2016
Sarasota-Manatee candidates to meet at forum

University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee will host state legislature candidates Saturday, at Selby Auditorium.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Courtesy photo. Item #76
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • August 18, 2016
On the scavenger hunt

Sarasota residents dressed up as storm trooper at Yoder's for international scavenger hunt.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Author Ben Alexander uses his book to strike up conversation with Lois Davis.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • August 18, 2016
A few good men

Eligible bachelors are wanted for Stir it up! 60 and plus speed dating.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Courtesy photo
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • August 18, 2016
World War II munitions could cost the county

Sarasota County is facing a $1 million payment after a surprising find during a Siesta Key beach renourishment project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mike Moran is running for the District 1 seat on the county commission.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • August 18, 2016
Sarasota County Commission: Mike Moran

We asked Republican candidate for the County Commission, District 1 seat, Mike Moran, about his stance on a come-as-you- are homeless shelter and how he thinks Sarasota should prepare for growth.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Riverview volleyball captain Margo Schnapf, pictured in the Kennedy Caucus Room of the U.S. Senate, was one of two girls from Florida chosen to participate in Girls Nation. (courtesy)
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 18, 2016
Rams outside hitter Margo Schnapf juggles responsibility

Riverview volleyball captain was one of two girls chosen to represent Florida at Girls Nation, in Washington, D.C.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Mark and Annette Gabrick groove to "What is hip?" at Friday Fest at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • August 18, 2016
Sarasota Calendar 8.18.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Aug. 18.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jorge Blanco's sculpture, "BRAVO!", is an advisory board's top choice for a new public sculpture — but only after a round of revoting.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 18, 2016
Discord arises on public art project

A question is dividing the residents responsible for placing sculptures in the center of the city’s roundabouts: What, exactly, should public artwork look like?

  • Sarasota
  • News
Courtesy photo. A two-property sale on Casey Key tops all transactions in this week’s real estate.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • August 18, 2016
Casey Key properties sell for $5.5 million

The following residential real estate transactions took place between August 1 and August 5.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Republican incumbents in both races hope to ward off challengers for spots on the Sarasota County Hospital Board
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 18, 2016
CANDIDATE PROFILES: Sarasota County Hospital Board, Seats 1 and 3

In the upcoming Aug. 30 primary, five Republican candidates are competing for a spot in two general election races.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Frank DiCicco says his neighbors in the eastern part of the county encouraged him to run for the commission seat.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 18, 2016
CANDIDATE PROFILE: Frank DiCicco, County Commission District 1

Frank DiCicco is positioning himself as an outsider willing to challenge the influence of developers in local politics — and he believes this year, that message will resonate with Republican primary voters.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 18, 2016
Cops Corner: Sarasota 08.18.16

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Former ODA outfielder Desmond Lindsay tied a team record for the Brooklyn Cyclones, finishing with seven RBI Aug. 12.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 18, 2016
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 08.18.16

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 08.18.16

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