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Corey Murphy tees off at Bobby Jones Golf Club — a municipal-owned course to which the city is attempting to attract more visitors.
    By
  • David Conway
  • July 29, 2015
What does the future hold for Bobby Jones Golf Club?

Amid privatization talks, the committee tasked with mapping out a plan for the long-term viability of Bobby Jones is keeping all its options on the table.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat Key Marine Patrol is working to call a service department to have the boat removed from the beach Wednesday.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • July 29, 2015
Old boat washes ashore Tuesday morning

A boat registered in Portugal that’s covered in barnacles and full of water and sand washed ashore Tuesday morning behind the Water Club.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Nina Taylor
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • July 29, 2015
Nina Taylor Pet Salon to take over Alicia’s Grooming

The grooming salon to open Sept. 1.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
Video footage from the booking shows the officer repeatedly attempting to toss pieces of what appears to be food into a man's mouth.
    By
  • David Conway
  • July 28, 2015
SPD officer under investigation after tossing food at arrestee

The Sarasota Police Department has placed an officer on leave after becoming aware of his treatment of an individual at the Sarasota County jail.

  • Sarasota
  • News
"There's a difference between a row of houses and a community," said Dave Fox, a Tara Preserve resident who participates in the water volleyball group . "(These groups) build a sense of community."
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • July 28, 2015
Tara CDD affirms support for resident activities in community pool

The board dismissed a complaint about a resident volleyball club excessively using the facilities.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 28, 2015
Riverview alum wins silver medal

Hunter Leeming, a 2011 graduate of Riverview High won a silver medal in the Men’s Eight at the 2015 World Rowing Under 23 Championships July 22 through July 26, in Plovdiv, Bulgaria.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • July 28, 2015
In Bloom: Director of Botany for Selby Gardens

Director of Botany Bruce Holst recalls his 20 years with Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat Key Marine Patrol is working to call a service department to have the boat removed from the beach today or tomorrow at the latest.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • July 28, 2015
Old boat washes ashore overnight

A boat registered in Portugal that’s covered in barnacles and full of water and sand washed ashore behind The Water Club early this morning on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jay Price
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • July 28, 2015
Plymouth Harbor announces newest board member

Jay Price will serve as a member-at-large trustee for the Plymouth Harbor Foundation Board.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
Sheriff Brad Steube will have completed 40 years with the sheriff's office when he retires.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 28, 2015
Manatee sheriff announces retirement

Brad Steube will retire in January 2017 when his term expires.

  • East County
  • News
Rudy Vazmina won four medals at the 2015 National Senior Games.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 28, 2015
Masterful Stroke

Sarasota resident Rudy Vazmina won four medals at the 2015 National Senior Games July 4 through July 9, in Minnesota.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Henry Schneiderman, Chuck Dillin and Leslie Hall pose with Officer Sean Gleason and K-9 Officer Hixon.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • July 28, 2015
SPD K-9 unit receives bulletproof vests

Three ballistic protective vests were donated to the Sarasota Police Department K-9 unit Tuesday from the Retired Law Enforcement Association of Southwest Florida.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Concession sold 20% more home sites year to date from 2014.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • July 28, 2015
East County community tops land sales numbers

Compared to the first quarter of 2014, The Concession has sold 20% more home sites this year.

  • East County
  • News
Alliance Chairman David Fink, Meals on Wheels PLUS CEO Maribeth Phillips, LWRBA Executive Director Heather Kasten and Susan Goldstein, and Meals on Wheels PLUS's Kristen Theisen pose for a photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 28, 2015
Alliance stamps out hunger

Members of the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance used their July membership luncheon to help local children.

  • East County
  • Business
Mia Vazquez turned 1 year old July 10.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • July 27, 2015
Your Towns

First birthday bash; Laverne and Shirley and designer revamps home.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The Manatee Cal Ripken 10U baseball team beat Glen Allen (Virginia) 1-0 to win the 2015 Babe Ruth Southeast Regional Tournament.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 27, 2015
Manatee wins Southeast Regional crown

The Manatee Cal Ripken 10U baseball team went 5-1 to win the 2015 Babe Ruth Southeast Regional Tournament July 22 through July 25, in Glen Allen, Va.

  • East County
  • Sports
An Artspace project — such as the Sailboat Bend lofts in Fort Lauderdale — could be managed in perpetuity by the nonprofit organization to ensure it remains affordable.
    By
  • David Conway
  • July 27, 2015
Arts Alliance readies Artspace fundraising push

In need of $40,000 for the next stage of a possible artist live/work housing project, the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County is asking the public to help chip in.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • July 27, 2015
CYD appoints new board members

Community Youth Development alumna among announced members of board of directors.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • July 27, 2015
Manatee County Commissioners to receive transit progress report

The report lists highlights of past fiscal years and future needs.

  • East County
  • News
Paula Perkins, Bené Hunter and Megarie van Sickel helped reopen operations July 27 in Lakewood Ranch.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • July 27, 2015
Red Cross move builds on East County presence

Many East County residents are surprised to learn there's a Lakewood Ranch location of the Red Cross. But a recent consolidation could give new blood to the facility.

  • East County
  • News
The home, at 552 S. Spoonbill Drive, has five bedrooms and five full and two half baths.
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • July 27, 2015
Bird Key house for sale for $6,250,000

The home, at 552 S. Spoonbill Drive, has five bedrooms and five full and two half baths.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Courtesy photo. Friends and family were aboard for the ribbon cutting ceremony for TNT Freedom Fishing Charters.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • July 27, 2015
TNT Freedom Fishing Charters launches

A ribbon cutting ceremony for the new business took place on Friday, July 24th.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat Key Turtle Watch reported lounge chairs that blocked a nest and the ability for sea turtles to make it to the Gulf July 15.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • July 27, 2015
Beach furniture ordinance questioned

A Longboat Key commissioner has asked the town manager to add a beach furniture discussion item to a future workshop agenda.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Olivia Vafeas and Claire Steiner dance before the fashion show.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • July 27, 2015
UTC hosts Sunday Soiree

American Girl doll fans and their mothers attended a fashion show and tea party July 26 at The Mall at University Town Center.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 25, 2015
Singing saves at Palm-Aire

Opera for Animals: Singing is Saving hosted its Young Artist program July 25.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • July 24, 2015
FYI Friday: Bomb scare forces SMH lockdown

This week's FYI Friday features news about a suspicious birdhouse, more roundabouts in downtown Sarasota and more!

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 24, 2015
New volleyball club to hold tryouts

The Ranch Academy of Volleyball Excellence will hold tryouts for its mini club season from 2-4 p.m. July 30, at Lakewood Ranch High, 5500 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.

  • East County
  • Sports
Ed Adams
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • July 24, 2015
Ed Adams elected to board of Sister Cities International

Longboat Key winter resident Ed Adams to serve on the board of directors of Sister Cities International.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce Vice President Kevin Cooper welcomes guests and members to the Power Hour Luncheon at Chart House.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • July 24, 2015
Chamber members catch up with Power Hour luncheon

July is Member Appreciation month for the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Memorial Hospital estimates a St. Armand’s facility could treat at least 9,000 patients annually.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • July 24, 2015
St. Armands clinic variance requests revived

Sarasota Memorial Hospital reduced its building footprint for a Circle clinic to eliminate concerns the city of Sarasota’s Board of Adjustment had with building footprint and extra parking spaces.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • July 24, 2015
Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce goes to Fleming’s

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce held its monthly Business After Hours at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar on July 23.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
GreyHawk Landing residents rallied to have more toys allowed in the pool.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • July 24, 2015
Residents dive in to pool rules

After receiving more than 142 names on a petition, GreyHawk Landing residents sink arguments against having floatable toys in their community pools.

  • East County
  • News
Officials cut the ribbon around 5:30 p.m.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 24, 2015
Gettel Hyundai opens

Sam Woolf headlined the event.

  • East County
  • Business
Metric Engineering's Mike Martin answers questions about the project.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 24, 2015
Public drives enthusiasm for interchange project

FDOT showed off plans for the University Parkway/I-75 interchange at an open-house style meeting Thursday night.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • July 23, 2015
Beware: form-based vision

The ‘transportation summit’ was a prelude to a grander scheme for an urban-planner’s dream.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Mariana Albarez, Aliyan Perez and volunteer Daniele Spring
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • July 23, 2015
Woodland Community Church vacation Bible school journeys off the maps

The East County church themed this year's camp on travel.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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