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City staff will investigate the possibility of prohibiting large trucks from using Main Street as a through route.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 25, 2016
City investigates Main Street truck prohibition

Rumblings about noise and pedestrian safety have led city officials to consider preventing large trucks from cutting through Main Street.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Troy Syprett outlines his proposal for the Lido pool and pavilion at an Aug. 18 workshop.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 25, 2016
Lido pavilion plans raise questions about access

Revised plans for a restaurant and tiki bar on Lido Beach got a warmer reception, but some residents are still concerned about private control of public property.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Randall LaBolle's hula bike.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • August 25, 2016
Resident displays Polynesian flair

Randall LaBolle rides to work in Burns Court on a hula-themed bike.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
File photo. Sailboats scatter across Sarasota Bay for the 69th annual Labor Day Regatta.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • August 25, 2016
Sarasota Calendar 8.25.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Aug. 25.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • August 25, 2016
Do-over in District 23 …

The Republican District 23 Senate race features four experienced lawmakers who would serve respectably. But their views on Medicaid change our point of view.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 25, 2016
Cops Corner: Sarasota 08.25.16

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • News
After riding the bench last season, Mike Welcer landed Riverview High's starting quarterback job for his senior season.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 25, 2016
Riverview quarterback puts team first

Rather than just being a backup quarterback last season, Mike Welcer changed positions to help benefit the team.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Booker running back Jamal Benson will look to light up the scoreboard when the Tornadoes host Riverview in their season opener Aug. 26.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 25, 2016
That's the ticket ...

Check out this week's top Sarasota area sporting events.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 25, 2016
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 08.25.16

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 08.25.16

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Longboat Key Police Department Cop's Corner
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 24, 2016
Cops Corner: Longboat Key 8.24.16

Longboat Key Police Department reports for the week of Aug. 17-24.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Ringling students painted fire hydrants and signs as part of the event. Photo by Cheryl Eason.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 24, 2016
Dog-gone hydrants on fire

Nate's Hydrants for Hounds fundraiser a success with help of Ringling art students.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The meeting will be held at the county's administrative building, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 24, 2016
Manatee Commission talks healthcare, special events

How will Manatee County move forward?

  • East County
  • News
There have been at least four vacancies on St. Armands Circle this summer, but they are filling up quickly.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 24, 2016
Martha’s Vineyard’s Black Dog to open on St. Armands Circle

The 45-year-old tavern-turned-retailer aims to open it’s first Florida store in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • August 24, 2016
Do-over in District 23 …

The Republican District 23 Senate race features four experienced lawmakers who would serve respectably. But their views on Medicaid change our point of view.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Photo courtesy of Bob McFarland
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 24, 2016
Sarasota Paddleboard Company makes waves

The new location is open for pre-booked tours; full-service offerings will start in March.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Photo by Amanda Morales
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 24, 2016
Longboat Key: Your Calendar

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Courtesy photo
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • August 24, 2016
Bay Isles home sells for $3.5 million

The home has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 5,011 square feet of living area.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Lido and Taffy
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 24, 2016
Raise a paw to the playful pups of Longboat Key

To celebrate National Dog Day Aug. 26, nine Longboaters share what makes their furry friends so lovable.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Photo by Justin Demutiis Photography.
    A time to celebrate |
  • August 24, 2016
Just Married: Lea Mei and James Buchanan

Lea Mei and James Buchanan were married Friday, May 6.

  • Sarasota
  • Celebrations
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 24, 2016
Longboat Key letters to the editor

Readers sound off on Floridays' referendum, Democratic party comments and school board elections

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Brazilian pepper plant
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 24, 2016
Brazilian pepper a hot topic

Lakewood Ranch CDD supervisors increase budget to deal with invasive plant.

  • East County
  • News
Sophia Masterson shines during a recent Young Artist Program performance through the annual Opera for Animals, Singing is Saving fundraiser at Palm Aire Country Club.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 24, 2016
Sophia sings

Lakewood High graduate studies a career that sounds great.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Braden River's Craivon Koonce and Raymond Thomas celebrate during the Pirates 38-10 Kickoff Classic victory versus River Ridge Aug. 19. (courtesy McKenzie Moritz)
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 24, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Ready to pass the time with high school football?

  • East County
  • Sports
The Haven preschool client Rebekah Ithier gets a kiss from Goose Godby. Courtesy image.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 24, 2016
Your Town

Sweaty but happy

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • August 24, 2016
Lake Club home tops sales at $1.61 million

Built in 2007, 16311 Baycross Drive has three bedrooms, three-and-two-half baths, a pool and 4,464 square feet of living area.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
After switching from wide receiver to defensive back last season, Braden River junior Tyrone Collins has received nine scholarship offers.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 24, 2016
Tyrone Collins becoming hottest corner in town

Pirates' junior cornerback racks up nine major college football scholarship offers.

  • East County
  • Sports
ODA senior Greta Holland tallied 15 digs to lead the Thunder volleyball team to a 3-0 preseason victory versus Southeast Aug. 18.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 24, 2016
East County High 5 Moments: 08.25.16

East County High 5 Moments: 08.25.16

  • East County
  • Sports
Lakewood Ranch senior Ande McDonald will lead the Mustangs in their season opener against Riverview Aug. 26.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 24, 2016
That's the ticket ...

Check out this week's top East County sporting events.

  • East County
  • Sports
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 23, 2016
Longboat Key Chamber members network during after hours

The members enjoyed a cash bar, appetizers and complimentary massages.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The meeting starts at 5:45 p.m.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 23, 2016
Bashaw renovations net savings

The School Board tonight will consider a change order for savings of more than $600,000.

  • East County
  • Schools
Sarasota County has requested the Army Corps of Engineers withdraw their "finding of no significant impact" regarding a city of Sarasota plan to dredge Big Pass.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • August 23, 2016
County commission intervenes in Big Pass dredge

Sarasota County commissioners unanimously voted to request an environmental impact statement regarding the Big Pass dredge.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Tube Dude owner Scott Gerber recently moved his business from St. Armands Circle to downtown Sarasota.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 23, 2016
Sarasota’s Tube Dude repays economic incentives

Owner Scott Gerber has repaid $56,000 in tax dollars originally intended for business expansion.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Owen Booth tells his father Willy about his first day of kindergarten.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • August 23, 2016
Southside Elementary wraps up first day of classes

Southside Elementary students sum up their first day of school experiences.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Four Republican candidates are competing in two Sarasota County Charter Review Board primary races.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 23, 2016
CANDIDATE PROFILES: Sarasota County Charter Review Board, District 2 and 5

Four Republican candidates explain their thoughts on the responsibilities of the county Charter Review Board.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Riverview High volleyball team opened its season victorious Aug. 22.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 23, 2016
Riverview volleyball opens season with win

The Rams defeated the Gulf Coast HEAT 3-0 Aug. 22.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • August 22, 2016
Cops Corner: East County 08.25.2016

Enjoy this week’s edition of Cops Corner!

  • East County
  • News
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