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Harriet Sokmensuer
March 13, 2014

Shine bright like a diamond

Ten-year-old Montserat Vasquez can now add jewelry designer to her list of hobbies.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 13, 2014

Floral engagement

The Ikebana International Sarasota Chapter held its 46th annual exhibition Feb. 22 and Feb. 23, at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 13, 2014

Cheers!

Darwin's on 4th's brewery, Darwin Brewing Co., earned a silver medal in the Best Florida Beers porter category for its Charapa Spiced Porter at Tampa Bay Beer Week March 1 through March 9.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
March 13, 2014

Return to her roots

Emmy-winning anchor and Riverview graduate Sharyl Attkisson will return to Sarasota this month to make her first public appearance after announcing her decision to leave CBS.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
March 13, 2014

Traffic spurs noise complaints

Residents of Wellington Chase, a neighborhood within Palmer Ranch, want the county to install sound walls along Honore.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
March 13, 2014

Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

Observer Staff
March 13, 2014

News Briefs

Boaters' Coalition says no to Big Pass dredge; Sarasota Police Foundation searches for board; Sheriff's Office braces for spring breakers

Sarasota
News

David Conway
March 13, 2014

Committee recommends long-term CRA extension

As commissioners consider the future of the city's Downtown Community Redevelopment Agency, an advisory committee will recommend a 30-year extension - with some changes.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
March 13, 2014

Our view

The key to a cultural park

Sarasota
Opinion

Observer Staff
March 13, 2014

Letters to the Editor

The Observer's readers weigh in on local issues.

Sarasota
Opinion

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 13, 2014

Pineapple Antiques Show returns for 38th year

The Rotary Club of Sarasota Sunrise will host the 38th annual Pineapple Antiques Show Friday, March 21, to Sunday, March 23.

Sarasota
News

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 13, 2014

Garden tour offers escape to paradise

The Sarasota Garden Club invites members and nonmembers to explore five unique, private Sarasota gardens at the club's inaugural Gardens in Paradise tour Saturday, March 15.

Sarasota
News

Jen Blanco
March 13, 2014

Going the distance

Sarasota High runners Emily Harding and Angelina Grebe are seeking to continue their cross-country success on the track this season.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
March 13, 2014

High five moments of the week

The top five sports moments of the week.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
March 13, 2014

Sidelines

Booker boys tennis improves to 7-0; Mooney blanks Admiral Farragut; Sarasota Christian scores district win; ODA boys lacrosse picks up district win

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
March 13, 2014

Just the Stats

The week in sports by the numbers.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 13, 2014

Your Neighbor: Fred Nagel

Glenridge resident Fred Nagel built model ships for more than 40 years.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
March 13, 2014

It's Read Everywhere

Headed on a great vacation? Make sure to take your Observer along! Visit YourObserver.com/itsreadverywhere to submit your entries. We can't wait to see where The Observer will travel next!

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 13, 2014

School Board

Check out the latest happenings at Sarasota schools.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 13, 2014

Student Spotlight: Kasey Weaver

Riverview High School student Kasey Weaver is an intern at Stantec, an engineering firm based in Canada with a location in Sarasota.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Adam Hughes
March 13, 2014

Home in Cherokee Park sells for $1,625,000

A home in Cherokee Park tops all transactions in this week's real estate.

Sarasota
Real Estate

Observer Staff
March 13, 2014

Weather: Sarasota

Osprey resident Kathy Schwartz submitted this sunset photo taken near Casey Key.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
March 12, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: ODA Girls Lacrosse vs. Cardinal Mooney

The Out-of-Door Academy girls lacrosse team defeated rival Cardinal Mooney 16-3 in district action March 11.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
March 12, 2014

Siesta Key condo burglar captured

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office has charged a career criminal from Pinellas County in connection with a series of condominium burglaries on Siesta Key.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 12, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Children's Day at Phillippi Farmhouse Market

Families enjoyed spring break at the third annual Phillippi Farmhouse Market Children's Day Wednesday, March 12. Children had their faces painted and took part in arts and crafts provided by Art Center Sarasota. The all-day event included story-telling and agility-focused games provided by Krisztina's Amazing Games.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
March 12, 2014

High winds, rough seas in the forecast

The National Weather Service has issued a series of advisories due to anticipated high winds and hazardous sea conditions.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 12, 2014

Beach Bites introduces used bookstore

Owner Jeff Madden hopes guest can use the books as their beach reads while they enjoy Siesta Beach.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
March 12, 2014

ODA swings past Admiral Farragut

The Out-of-Door Academy boys tennis team defeated Admiral Farragut 7-0 March 11.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
March 12, 2014

Comito leads ODA to district W

Kimmy Comito scored seven goals and added four assists to lead The Out-of-Door Academy girls lacrosse team to a 16-3 victory over district rival Cardinal Mooney March 11.

East County
Sports

Nick Friedman
March 11, 2014

The Good News: Suzanne Gregory

For the Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast, providing access to nature is crucial to its mission.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 11, 2014

Girls Inc. girls set sail at weeklong camp

Girls of Girls Inc. are spending their spring break at Girls Set Sail Monday, March 10 to Friday March, 14. Girls Set Sail is a weeklong camp that allows participants to explore Sarasota Bay with the help of local organizations such as Mote Marine, the Sarasota Sailing Squadron, the Sarasota Police Department and MarineMax.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
March 11, 2014

School tax referendum vote kicks off

Early voting is under way for the renewal of a one-mill tax referendum, which generates about $40 million in supplementary revenue each year for Sarasota County schools.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
March 10, 2014

Boaters' Coalition says no to Big Pass dredge

On Saturday the group joined a growing chorus of opposition to the Army Corps project, injecting for the first time in the debate the voice of stakeholders not focused on Siesta Key.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 8, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Sertoma Club Celebrity Roast

The Sertoma Club of Greater Sarasota held its 'Celebrity Roast' featuring Sarasota County Sheriff Tom Knight Saturday, March 8. The roast was held at the Hyatt Regency Sarasota and included dinner and cocktails. While Roastee, Tom Knight, was made fun of, it was all in good fun. In the past, the Sertoma Club has roasted President of Ringling College of Art and Design Larry Thompson and Public Defender Elliot Metcalf.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 8, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Sun Circle Art Festival

Residents and art lovers spent their day at Sapphire Shores Park for the Sun Circle Art Festival Saturday, March 8. Attendees enjoyed live music while shopping for artwork by professional and aspiring artists.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 7, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Chamber Clays Tournament

The Sarasota Chamber of Commerce held its 6th annual Clays Tournament Friday, March 7. Nearly 75 chamber members competed in teams of four or five on twelve different open ranges. Members enjoyed friendly competition at the all-day event, which was held at the Sarasota Trap, Skeet and Clays in Nokomis.

Sarasota
Neighbors

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