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Results for: Top-rated AC repair is provided by Reliable Standard Heating & Air in San Diego.

  • By Matt Walsh |
  • September 2, 2015
OUR VIEW | Sarasota statesman

It’s not overstating to say Bob Johnson would rank among the top five individuals who, over the past half-century, have been dedicated to the betterment of Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Jack Short |
  • September 3, 2015
Commissioners’ decision will set 2050 precedent

Sarasota County commissioners will set prices in deals that may serve as a model for development rights sales, a crucial component of 2050.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 24, 2014
Town adopts 2.1763 millage rate

With this year's increase in the property-tax rate, the town will bring in an extra $954,397. It will use it for pension costs and its 90-day operating fund.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • March 12, 2020
Make a law and voila!

Sarasota city commissioners once again defied logic. While supporting the smart move to allow residential uses in commercial zones, they spoiled the idea with counterproductive regulations.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 27, 2024
County delays new circuit court file storage building

Sarasota County commissioners task staff to explore the commercial real estate market for a better deal on an existing structure.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • July 25, 2024
Meet the team behind the new Sarasota Performing Arts Center

Renzo Piano Building Workshop architect Mark Carroll describes the firm's "light touch" philosophy.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 11, 2024
Residents air concerns about 85-foot hotel in Siesta Village

The 210-room hotel would sit on less than 1 acre. Representatives of the Benderson proposal hear from dozens about traffic, public safety and a potential slippery slope.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 16, 2020
Manatee County School Board District 3: Christine Dawson

Meet the candidate.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 14, 2022
Beachfront home sale is Longboat Key's second highest price of 2022

A waterslide and views of the shore are among the key amenities of the $11.5 million property.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • December 17, 2014
In the zone

Although Laurel Park residents have praised the neighborhood's zoning rules, questions linger about the effects those regulations have had on the area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 22, 2022
3 things Sarasota sports fans need to know this week

Notes on some college athletes you should drive to see, a big-time high schooler making a big-time move and a baseball alum finding success in an unlikely place.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 14, 2009
Cops Corner

Cops Corner

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • November 4, 2015
Studio Space: Kim Westad

Westad left a life in graphic design to get her hands dirty and create in clay.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • December 9, 2014
The Voice Within

John Burr instructs burgeoning actors and performers in the field of voiceover.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By David Conway |
  • February 5, 2019
City considers development review changes

After a push for more public input on proposed projects, Sarasota officials will review the ways the city approves new developments.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • December 11, 2024
Florida nonprofit eases the financial stress of cancer

The Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation covers the cost of living expenses for patients actively undergoing cancer treatment.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 6, 2012
Teeing Off

Riverview High junior Mason Fox shot a 36 to take top honors last month against Cardinal Mooney and Venice.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Roy |
  • December 24, 2010
TOP STORY, FEB.: 'Unconditional Surrender' to stay on bayfront

By a 3-2 vote, the city commissioners approved of an offer to accept a veteran's donation of the kissing sailor sculpture.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • February 26, 2020
Greg Trupiano, longtime part of Sarasota Opera, dies at 64

On every level, he was an integral presence behind the scenes

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 26, 2019
Prose and Kohn: The next level

At places like Marshall, Indiana and Mississippi State, area athletes are shining.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
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