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By Katie Johns |
November 29, 2017

Armel Jewelers shines through 50 years

After visiting Sarasota in the late 1960s, Sid and Arlene Melnick knew a location on St. Armands was meant to be.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Kelly Carson |
June 28, 2017

For all its warts, America really is great

My family has been at the forefront of our nation's history since the beginning.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Jen Blanco |
April 27, 2016

Sarasota marks Modern Pentathlon's final stop

The Modern Pentathlon World Cup Final will be held May 5 through May 8.

East County
Sports

By Pam Eubanks |
April 8, 2015

Conversation with Hunter Norton

Mill Creek resident Hunter Norton, an attorney with Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, focuses his practice on business, construction and civil litigation.

East County
News

By Dana Kampa |
January 21, 2025

Sold-out Sharktoberfest packed to the gills

Despite hurricane-related setbacks, the third annual Sharktoberfest saw robust support from community members looking to support marine research while enjoying craft brews.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
March 15, 2025

History series offers enlightenment to Longboat Key Club members

The trio of history lectures were completely sold out this season, covering topics including the French Revolution.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Liz Ramos |
October 23, 2024

Motivational speaker talks resiliency with Lakewood Ranch Prep students

After students face school threats and two hurricanes, Anthony Razzano shares his story of overcoming adversity.

East County
Schools

By Observer Staff |
January 21, 2026

911 caller turns out to be all wet

Denied late night access to a bar, a man weaves an unlikely tale about the bouncer and smells noticeably foul of waste. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Robin Hartill |
October 14, 2009

'Tis the stone-crab season

For generations, the Moore family has worked in the stone-crab business. Now, the family restaurant is gearing up for its 43rd season.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Cassidy Alexander |
October 17, 2017

Funding already a concern for Siesta Key parking solutions

The discussion about parking options is happening at the same time the county is looking to make budget cuts totaling millions of dollars.

Sarasota
News

By Matt Walsh |
February 18, 2016

Make beach parkers pay

The renovated facilities at Siesta Key Beach are a smart investment — improving infrastructure and a crucial economic driver. Next to be addressed: Pay for parking.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Dana Kampa |
September 14, 2025

Family legacy at Columbia Restaurant carries to next generation

Casey Gonzmart Sr. is passing the torch to family members as he steps down as chairman of the board of the 1905 Family of Restaurants.

Sarasota
Business

In Memoriam |
June 22, 2021

Ronald Thomas George Platt, OBE

It is with deep sadness that we share the news that Ron, a resident of Longboat Key for 30 years, passed away on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at his home surrounded by his children at the age of 94.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

In Memoriam |
September 23, 2021

Dorothy Jane Illingworth (Hutcheon)

Dorothy Jane Illingworth (Hutcheon) passed away on 8/30/2021 at Lynchburg General Hospital in VA with family at her side after a brief illness, just shy of her 94th birthday.