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Alex Mahadevan
July 12, 2013

Police investigate north Sarasota shooting

The Sarasota Police Department is investigating a shooting that left two injured late Thursday, July 11.

Sarasota
News

Pam Eubanks
July 12, 2013

LECOM welcomes dental students

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine will welcome its second class of dental students today.

East County
News

Observer Staff
July 11, 2013

July 11: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Sarasota deputies bust crime ring; Lakewood Ranch Planning Commission considers changes; Selby Great Room renovations are in bloom; Destination: Osprey

Longboat Key
News

Jen Blanco
July 11, 2013

Wave Runners make a splash

The Lakewood Ranch YMCA Wave Runners captured a third-place trophy at the TBAY Invitational in June 29-30 in Lakeland.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
July 11, 2013

Pirates to hold football camp

Braden River High will hold its Pirate Youth Football Camp from 8 a.m. to Noon July 22-26.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
July 11, 2013

SLL wins district crowns

The Sarasota National 9/10 All-Stars and the Sarasota American 10/11 and 11/12 All-Stars all won Florida District 16 titles.

Sarasota
News

Jen Blanco
July 11, 2013

Extra Innings to offer camps throughout the summer

Extra Innings will hold weekly indoor comprehensive baseball and softball clinics through Aug. 8.

Sarasota
News

Alex Mahadevan
July 11, 2013

Armed homeowner foils burglary

A Siesta Key resident chased a man out of his home and into the Grand Canal early Thursday, July 11.

Siesta Key
News

Robin Hartill
July 11, 2013

Linley Street boat ramp construction completed

Construction of the boat ramp in the Longbeach Village was finished ahead of schedule.

Longboat Key
News

Pam Eubanks
July 11, 2013

Planning Commission considers changes to future Lakewood Ranch plans

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
July 11, 2013

Lee Wetherington opens new Lakewood Ranch model

Lee Wetherington Homes has opened Th Solivita model in Lakewood Ranch's Country Club East community.

East County
Real Estate

Nick Friedman
July 11, 2013

Selby Great Room renovations are in bloom

Construction on the outdated Great Room began Monday, July 8.

Sarasota
Neighbors

David Conway
July 11, 2013

Sarasota seeks to decode new zoning rules

As Sarasota begins the planning stages of rewriting its zoning regulations, downtown Bradenton has entered its second year under form-based code.

Siesta Key
News

Nick Friedman
July 11, 2013

McCrane keeps an eye on Sarasota's safety

As Sarasota emergency management chief, Ed McCrane's job is to keep residents and tourists prepared for the worst.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
July 11, 2013

New College alumna and internet law expert Jennifer Granick recently co-wrote op-ed columns in The New York Times and The Atlantic arguing that the National Security Agency's mass surveillance of phone calls, emails and other online communications is illegal.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
July 11, 2013

Puppy parade

The Sarasota Downtown Merchants Association is putting on a doggy parade Saturday, July 20. Fashionable pups can win prizes for best dressed.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
July 11, 2013

Friendly fishing

Morgan Leslie caught a shark and eight other fish July 2, at Suncoast Charities for Children's Friendliest Catch Outing. The event was part of the 29th annual Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Festival.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nick Friedman
July 11, 2013

The Institute for the Ages operates with purpose

Director Tom Esselman says the institute, which serves as a conduit between innovators and the older population, has found its niche as it enters its second year in operation.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
July 11, 2013

Proposed Sarasota city budget increases

The city budget, which dedicates significant resources to covering rising pension costs, is still $2.5 million short of being balanced.

Sarasota
News

David Conway
July 11, 2013

Historical column seeks home in park

A downtown property owner wants to donate the sandstone pillar to the city. It could be placed in Five Points Park.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
July 11, 2013

Give up? They didn't at Iwo

What does it say about a community whose behind-the-scenes City Hall manipulators scotch an effort to bring to Sarasota's bayfront one of the greatest American icons depicting one of the greatest moments in American history?

Sarasota
Opinion

Observer Staff
July 11, 2013

DID investigates street pavers at Palm and Main

At the Downtown Improvement District meeting July 9, board members discussed the use of thermoplastic pavers instead of brick pavers in repairing four crosswalks at Palm Avenue and Main Street. The current plan would close the intersection for 16 days and cost $57,000. There was interest in discovering whether the thermoplastic option would be both quicker and cheaper.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
July 11, 2013

SCAT service changes begin July 13

Several Sarasota County Area Transit routes will undergo changes to their schedule, while other routes will be adjusted. The changes are scheduled to take effect Saturday.

Siesta Key
News

Observer Staff
July 11, 2013

Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

Yaryna Klimchak
July 11, 2013

Moments in time

Getting to Siesta Key Beach in mid-July 1976 was as difficult as it is today during season.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Nick Friedman
July 11, 2013

Hello Muddah, Hello Fadduh, here I am at: Sarasota Jungle Gardens Zoo Camp

Nature enthusiasts learned all about different types of reptiles and other animals Monday, July 8, at the Sarasota Jungle Gardens Zoo Camp.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
July 11, 2013

Swinging to Perfection: Kadi Pallastrone

Pine View High School senior Kadi Pallastrone has won the past five Greater Sarasota Junior Golf Association tournaments in which she's competed for the 16-to-18 female division.

Sarasota
News

Adam Hughes
July 11, 2013

Two-bedroom home on Casey Key sells for $2,275,000

A home on Casey Key tops all transactions in this week's real estate. Paradise Yacht Club Inc. sold the home at 3917 Casey Key Road to John Briggs III and Leslie Briggs, trustees, of Nokomis, for $2,275,000. Built in 1956, it has two bedrooms, three baths and 2,679 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $2.85 million in 2005.

Sarasota
Real Estate

Observer Staff
July 11, 2013

Weather photo: Sarasota

Jay Kaufman submitted this sunset photo, taken on Siesta Key over Memorial Day weekend.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
July 10, 2013

New College of Florida receives high marks in publication

Fiske Guide named New College as a 'Best Buy' college, one of 41 in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
July 10, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : K-9 Rescue Dog Visit and Storytime

Children learned about Sarasota K-9 Search and Rescue Wednesday, July 10, at Selby Public Library as part of the summer children's programs. Team Leader of Sarasota K-9 Search & Rescue and co-founder of the organization Pat Abrams brought in her 3-year old search and rescue German shepherd Ana and a 17-week old pup in training Kaleb. Abrams also read a book from her series 'Noah and the Search Dogs.' Children learned what these heroic dogs do and fed them treats. They also made a dog yarn craft.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
July 10, 2013

July 10: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Rowing bid receives presidential support; Manatee County property values on the rise; Turtle nests on track for strong season; IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Polo Grill

Longboat Key
News

Yaryna Klimchak
July 10, 2013

Destination: Osprey

Travel down U.S. 41 with a curious outlook and you are bound to find breathtaking views, interesting shops and history waiting to be discovered. Enjoy the ride and discover fascinating finds along the way.