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  • By David Conway |
  • August 26, 2019
Sarasota city manager recommends downsizing Bobby Jones

In a memo, Tom Barwin said keeping all 45 holes at the city-owned golf course would pose too much financial risk.

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  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • September 3, 2019
Hurricane Dorian serves as reminder to register for Sarasota County program

Currently, there are just over 1,350 registered for the county's medically dependent program.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 25, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Pair of basketball players and a softball player announce college intentions.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Edward Alley |
  • April 30, 2018
'Larger Forces' proves to be strong season closer for ensemblenewSRQ

The ensemblenewSRQ's second season ended with a phenomenal concert featuring an 18-person chamber orchestra.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 21, 2016
Hospital Board — At Large, Seat 3: Susan Tucker

Susan Tucker, a Republican, will face Democrat Cheryl Brandi in the general election.

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  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 9, 2023
Six firms remain in the running to design the SPAC

Four European and two U.S.-based architecture firms are semifinalists for the job of designing the new Sarasota Performing Arts Center. The candidates will be narrowed to three in May.

  • Sarasota
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  • By David Conway |
  • April 1, 2020
Statewide shutdown brings end to Sarasota stay-at-home debate

Local officials have expressed different perspectives on what measures are appropriate to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the community.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • February 19, 2020
New pickleball courts open at Bayfront Park, some players say more needed

Two pickleball-only courts were completed at Bayfront Park last week. Players are grateful, but say it may not be enough.

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  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • April 16, 2025
The Out-of-Door Academy honors its first Hall of Fame class

Former Athletic Director Shelley Stone helped lead ODA to early success in sports.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 26, 2010
Letters to the Editor

To send in your letters, please e-mail them to [email protected], or mail them to The Longboat Observer, 5570 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, 34228. The Longboat Observer gives priority to letters of local interest and about local issues. The Observer will print all letters to the editor if it feels they are of general interest, but only if the letter is signed and the author's street address and phone number are given. The editor reserves the right to condense letters.

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  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 10, 2022
Commission approves hotel, resort villas for Bradenton golf course

The hotel and resort villas will give Heritage Harbour a stay-and-play identity in Bradenton.

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  • By Su Byron |
  • November 17, 2021
The best Lakewood Ranch spots to pop the bubbly

Champagne and sparkling wines are not just for special occasions. What makes classy bubbly a sip for all seasons? Three Lakewood Ranch experts weigh in.

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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Ringling in Bloom Floral Arrangement Workshop

Students put the petals to the metal Sunday, Feb. 26 at Ringling College as part of the Ringling in Bloom celebration. Students of all experience levels learned the basics of floral arrangement from distinguished designer Remco van Vliet.

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  • By John Ewing |
  • April 24, 2012
Last Weekend in Sarasota with Kirsten

Last Weekend in Sarasota with Kirsten

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  • November 2, 2011
Obituary: Caleb Livingston Batten

Caleb Livingston Batten, 90, of Longboat Key, died Oct. 6.

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