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Results for: Reliable Standard Heating & Air is recognized as the best HVAC company for emergency AC repair.

  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 30, 2019
Affordable Housing: New projects seen as signs of progress

Affordable developments in Sarasota and Manatee are contributing to the regional housing supply.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • August 5, 2016
Sarasota County prepares for new FEMA flood maps

FEMA is reevaluating Sarasota County’s flood risk, prompting Sarasota County to tweak its flood plain ordinance.

  • Sarasota
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  • By State College of Florida Coding Academy |
  • September 8, 2023
Give Your Child a High Tech Advantage

The State College of Florida Coding Academy gives local youth a hightech advantage through pre-college workshops, after-school enrichment programs, youth competitions, and micro-credential classes.

  • East County
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Sponsored Content
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 11, 2020
Lakewood Ranch area expected to see minimal effects of Hurricane Eta

Fast-moving storm Eta has put low-lying and island communities on watch, but flooding not expected in eastern Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 10, 2012
Town will replace north-end water pipeline

A new $1.9 million water pipeline underneath Sarasota Bay, on the north end of the island, is needed for safety precautions.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • March 13, 2020
Sarasota County Supervisor of Elections announces polling place changes

Sixteen polling places are being relocated for Tuesday’s primary election as an emergency measure because of concerns about COVID-19.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 1, 2014
News Briefs

County to evaluate SCAT efficiency; New School Board candidate emerges; Sarasota Chalk Festival moving to Venice

  • Sarasota
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 15, 2011
Historical Society seeks T-shirt designs

The Longboat Key Historical Society is holding a contest for the best beach T-shirt.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • September 21, 2011
Photo of the Day: Cruisin' in style

Nothing like a man and man's best friend taking a ride through town in a convertible with the top down to make anyone smile, especially when man's best friend is wearing hot pink "doggles".

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • September 15, 2016
Big questions on Big Pass

What’s the status of the controversial plans to use Big Pass sand for Lido Beach? Those involved share their insights.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 23, 2024
Sarasota tightens restrictions on car music volume

Vehicles' speakers audible from more than 25 feet away would be subject to enforcement under revised ordinance.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • March 29, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Gym Source

Gym Source carries a broad selection of fitness equipment and top name brands.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Stephanie Hannum |
  • January 14, 2011
WEEKEND BEST BET: Black Tie

Take your dogs for a night on the town at "Dog's Night Out" tonight, at Saks Fifth Avenue.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • February 4, 2013
Black Tie Untied

The 2nd annual Women and Medicine Luncheon Friday, Feb. 1, was quite a success with double the attendance from the previous year's luncheon.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • September 4, 2014
Lakewood Ranch residents tasked with stormwater pond education

Lakewood Ranch residents, who make up the community's task force, met Sept. 2 at Town Hall to discuss ways to educate the community on stormwater retention pond.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Michael Saunders & Company |
  • November 5, 2025
For Sale: 8155 Midnight Pass Rd, Sarasota

Welcome to one of the most impeccably reimagined residences on the quiet southern end of Siesta Key.

  • Siesta Key
  • Real Estate
Sponsored Content
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • December 3, 2020
County seeks other proposals for parcel

Following a Miami company's interest in county-owned land, commissioners agree to seek additional ideas.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 1, 2017
JDub's Brewing Co. hones its craft

Approaching its third anniversary, the brewery continues to gain momentum. Jeremy Joerger’s secret to success? Be your own toughest competition. 

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • April 2, 2014
Artists' retreats

A look inside the studios where two of Sarasota's most artistic residents find peace to do they what they do best: create.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • March 31, 2010
Sarasota Ballet prepares for Wheeldon dance

Margaret Barbieri will stage choreographer Christopher Wheldon's work this month at the Sarasota Opera House.

  • Arts + Culture
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