Your Observer

By Donna Swan
July 21, 2010

Deal Us in: Double, rebid or pass?

South bid one diamond, and West made a weak jump overcall of two hearts. What should South bid when North and East have passed?

Longboat Key
News

Observer Staff
July 21, 2010

WEATHER: Vibrant Vista

Charles Preston Rawls submitted this sunrise photo, taken at Island Park, in downtown Sarasota. Please send your sunset (or sunrise) photos to The Longboat Observer, 5570 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, Fla., 34228, or e-mail them to [email protected].

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Robin Hartill
July 20, 2010

Mote's Waldo returns to Florida Keys

The robot was deployed Monday to gather information about oil impact.

Longboat Key
News

Kurt Schultheis
July 20, 2010

P&Z e-mail spat ensues

The chairwoman of the Planning and Zoning Board and one of its planning board members disagreed in town e-mails Tuesday.

Longboat Key
News

By Sue Seiter
July 20, 2010

Peace members enjoy kayaking trip

A women's fellowship group at Peace Presbyterian Church recently enjoyed a day kayaking on Sarasota Bay.

East County
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
July 20, 2010

Local water skiers qualify for National Championships

Three members of the Sarasota Ski A Rees Water Ski Show Team recently qualified to compete in the 36th Division 1 Show Ski National Championships Aug. 13-15 in Janesville, Wis.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
July 19, 2010

Community Golf Scores 07.06.10 to 07.15.10

East County golfers post amazing numbers on area courses.

East County
Sports

Kurt Schultheis
July 19, 2010

Sarasota County schedules paving meeting

The other half of Gulf of Mexico Drive will be repaved in August. The project will be completed in February 2011.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
July 19, 2010

OBITUARY: Rolliston Linscott Jr.

Rolliston Linscott Jr., 94, was a 19-year resident of Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Robin Roy
July 19, 2010

City makes police panel recommendation

Commissioners could adopt the measures suggested by the Police Advisory Panel to improve the Sarasota Police Department.

Sarasota
News

By Elaine Glickman
July 19, 2010

Jewish community gathers for wine tasting

More than 120 people came out for the special event at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.

East County
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
July 19, 2010

STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Posh on Palm

Posh on Palm is a cottage-style boutique that specializes in shabby chic home decor, French furniture and soaps, vintage linens, clothing and flea market finds.

Sarasota
News

Stephanie Hannum
July 16, 2010

Ty Tojo Performs at Rosemary Rising (VIDEO)

Circus Sarasota's Ty Tojo performs his juggling act at Rosemary Rising.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
July 16, 2010

MAN ON THE STREET: George Steinbrenner

East County Little League players, coaches and parents share their thoughts on the recent death of New York Yankees owner George Steinbrenner.

East County
Sports

Kurt Schultheis
July 16, 2010

IPOC challenges code amendments

The Islandside Property Owners Coalition has challenged seven code changes proposed by the Longboat Key Club and Resort.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Roy
July 16, 2010

Inmate death investigation nears close

Preliminary findings show the July 9 death of a Sarasota County Jail inmate was due to natural causes.

Sarasota
News

Robin Hartill
July 16, 2010

Store Around the Corner: McCarver & Moser Jewelers

McCarver & Moser Jewelers has operated on St. Armands Circle for 30 years.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Kurt Schultheis
July 16, 2010

Islander Club groins hold sand (VIDEO)

The two permeable, adjustable-type groins built behind The Islander Club are home to birds and fishermen.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
July 16, 2010

Key Club pledges $100,000 to Operation Condor

The commitment is meant to encourage Condor Air to offer direct flights from Frankfurt to Sarasota.

Longboat Key
News

Michael Eng
July 16, 2010

WEEKEND BEST BET: Jambalaya Bayou Blast

The event, which will feature a Louisiana-style buffet, will raise money to help seabirds affected by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
July 16, 2010

Central Park opens this weekend

The 360-acre community will have about 800 homes when completed.

East County
Real Estate

Pam Eubanks
July 15, 2010

Sarasota approves rowing facility plans

Plans for Nathan Benderson Park include a 2,000-meter rowing course and other public amenities.

East County
News

Observer Staff
July 15, 2010

Police officer smitten with kitten

When police responded to a crime last week, they discovered an 8-week-old kitten in need of food and flea treatment.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
July 15, 2010

Law firm receives patriotic award

State Rep. Ron Reagan presented the Employer Support of Guard and Reserve's "Patriotic Award" and the "Above and Beyond Award" July 8, to Michael Resnick and Peter Krotec, of law firm Syprett Meshad.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Robin Roy
July 15, 2010

City proposes higher tax rate

The city of Sarasota's millage rate will likely rise this year, but most taxpayers' bills will be lower than last year's.

Sarasota
News

Robin Roy
July 15, 2010

Life-changing decisions

Living on Sarasota's streets for two years, 54-year-old Joel Murrill had little hope of breaking free. But helping others finally paid off for the former airline mechanic.

Sarasota
News

Robin Roy
July 15, 2010

Ice rink may grace downtown

A group of downtown business leaders is proposing an annual event in which a large skating rink would be built on First Street, between Five Points Park and the library.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
July 15, 2010

News Briefs 07.15.10

The latest long-term forecast from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration concerning the oil spill is great news for Sarasota County and its tourism industry.

Sarasota
News

Loren Mayo
July 15, 2010

Tarpon Queen makes appearance

Tarpon Queen Nicole Coudal made an appearance at the 80th annual Sarasota All-Release Tarpon Tournament.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Robin Roy
July 15, 2010

GOP won't pick and choose

The Republican Party of Sarasota County rejected a move by some members who wanted the party to choose a candidate to endorse in the Republican primary elections.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
July 15, 2010

OUR VIEW: Get rid of a dumb law; vote 'yes'

The late Nobel economics laureate Milton Friedman once wrote in his famous book, "Free to Choose," that even though business executives espouse the virtues of free enterprise, when it comes to seeking favors from government, business interests are always the first in line.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Rod Thomson
July 15, 2010

MY VIEW: Bust the incentives addiction

There are cycles, there are vicious cycles and then there are local government incentives to attract businesses.

Sarasota
Opinion

Observer Staff
July 15, 2010

Cops Corner 07.15.10

A woman told police a man selling steaks door-to-door approached her home. His sales pitch was aggressive.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

Adam Hughes
July 15, 2010

Oyster Bay Estates home sells for $3 million

Gary and Julie Hester sold their home at 1137 N. Lake Shore Drive to Rudolph and Lois Lucek, of Longboat Key, for $3.05 million.

Sarasota
Real Estate

Stephanie Hannum
July 15, 2010

RECIPE AND A RESERVATION: Columbia Restaurant

Columbia Restaurant owners Richard and Casey Gonzmart share an exclusive recipe with YourObserver.com readers.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
July 15, 2010

Bay City Ballers win state championship

The Bay City Ballers defeated four teams from across the state of Florida to win the USSSA Basketball Tournament June 11-13 in Tampa.

East County
Sports

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